Injection Mold Process Technician
Marmon Holdings · Ripley, MS
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Process
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level process role at Marmon Holdings (industrial) in Ripley, MS. Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
- Tools it names
- 5S, SPC, Injection molding, Tooling
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Manufacturing Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $60k–$91k.
Median of the low and high ends of 52 live postings that list pay, out of 947 manufacturing technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 135 other live process postings in the US.
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Similar roles usually ask 3+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Team leadership 36%
- Root cause 22%
- ✓ Tooling 21%
- ✓ Injection molding 21%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for SPC, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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This plant: Marmon Holdings in Ripley
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Responsibilities
The list below highlights the essential job
responsibilities
but is not exhaustive.
- ◆Starts up jobs on the press and instructs the operator in the methods and procedures required for quality-oriented operation and production.
- ◆Must be able to work alone and in groups and use time wisely.
- ◆May be required to perform mold installations and setup to assure the machines can start up on time to keep production flowing.
- ◆When not performing the regular process tech role, may be required to relieve the operator for breaks, and or if the team is shorthanded.
- ◆Maintains the equipment in good daily operating condition by performing minor PM and machine inspections.
- ◆Assists the Process Engineer and or supervisor in developing and preparing standard set-up procedures and machine settings for the operation.
- ◆Sets up the injection molding machine, plus additional support equipment for the operation, and makes critical adjustments for a quality molded product.
- ◆Changes over molds in injection molding machines and material hoppers.
- ◆Maintains machine conditions and makes adjustments to assure quality operations are maintained.
- ◆Sets up and operates other equipment in the area for preparing or finishing injection molded products.
- ◆May assist the Material Handler in the mixing and prep of needed materials to assure that materials are ready and on the press at startup.
- ◆Responsible for maintaining accurate and timely data recorded in process books.
- ◆Completes statistical process control charts and related quality documentation.
- ◆Completes visual inspection of parts for quality
requirements
according to work instructions.
- ✓Responsible for tracking parts produced, scrap, and regrind during setup and startup of the jobs.
- ✓Notifies the supervisor of any faulty equipment or mechanical conditions, keeps the work area clean and orderly; and maintains equipment and tools in good working order to 5S standards.
- ✓Required to train other Process Techs, operators, and support personnel as needed.
Qualifications, Skills, Competencies
- ✓Ethics - Treats people with respect.
- ✓Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures.
- ✓Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time.
- ✓Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction.
- ✓Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
- ✓Quantity - Completes work in a timely manner and uses time wisely.
- ✓Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Uses equipment and materials properly.
responsibilities
and
qualifications
required of employees assigned to this job.
Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law .
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EcoWater Systems LLC
As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway— you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.
General Overview
The Process Technician is responsible for machine startups, possible tooling changes/setups, and assuring that parts are made to quality standards. There will be troubleshooting of the individual machine and molding processes, some maintenance and minor repairs of the molds, possible setup of tooling/molds base on changes as applicable to ensure a safe, clean, and efficient production environment, resulting in finished products that adheres to the quality standards of EcoWater Ripley, MS. The Process Technician is seen as the main troubleshooter of press problems on the shift with an understanding of all facets of the operation of molding and the capabilities to lead and train other employees in the functions of their respective positions in molding.
Overall
Work Environment
- •The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
- •May be exposed to plastic resin odors as a byproduct of the manufacturing process.
- •Routinely exposed to machine oils and lubricants commonly found in injection molding and equipment.
- •The employee is required to wear personal protective equipment and follow all safety guidelines and standards.
· Some exposure to shop elements such as noise, dust, fumes, odors, and heat or cold.
Physical Demands/Work Environment
- •This position will need to stand, bend, squat, kneel, crawl & reach. This position requires consistent use of arm(s), wrist, elbow with repeated squeezing and grasping. Will be required to lift up to 40 pounds.