Injection/Blow Molding Process Setup Technician NEW

Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
Pretium Packaging – USA
Job Description Job Description Build quality at the source

Imagine walking onto the production floor on Day Shift and taking a line from idle to in-spec in minutes. At Pretium, your craftsmanship and problem-solving ensure every mold change, setup, and adjustment translates into safe, high-quality products that make a difference.

What you’ll achieve

As the process setup specialist for plastic extrusion and injection blow molding, you’ll prepare, install, and calibrate molds and tooling; optimize process parameters; and collaborate across teams so production hits quality and throughput targets-safely and reliably.

Core responsibilities

• Execute meticulous mold care: clean, polish, and lubricate molds, pins, locking rings, and cores to remove flash, plastic buildup, and debris.
• Lead mold installation, alignment, and removal; manage changeovers and accessory device swaps.
• Configure blow molding conditions-temperature profiles, parison programs, and blow pin settings.
• Resolve defects such as flash, thin walls, and uneven distribution to curb quality downtime.
• Adjust machine pressure and timing to meet specification and production speed goals.
• Inspect and weigh finished parts; apply precision measurement tools to verify specifications.
• Perform minor mechanical repairs and routine maintenance on tooling and machinery.
• Record production data, downtime, and material usage with accuracy and completeness.
• Train Maintenance and Setup teammates; be the technical resource others count on.
• Partner with Maintenance, Production, and Quality to boost uptime and process capability.
• Deliver thorough end-of-shift handoffs to Production and Scheduling; complete end-of-shift reports.
• Maintain maintenance logs and update equipment records in CMMS (MaintainX).
• Support equipment installations, upgrades, and process improvement initiatives.
• Communicate clearly with peers and operations leadership when issues arise.
• Practice and promote LOTO, GMP, and PPE standards; model safe behaviors.

What sets you up for success

• 3-5+ years in manufacturing with hands-on blow molding experience.
• Sharp mechanical troubleshooting skills; adept with hand tools.
• Working knowledge of plastics/polymers and hydraulic/pneumatic systems.
• Fluent with manuals, blueprints, and schematics; vigilant about quality and precision.
• Experience with CMMS and preventive maintenance scheduling (MaintainX preferred).
• Self-directed, collaborative, and proactive.
• Comfort with physical work: lifting molds; bending, twisting, and climbing.
• Willing to work overtime when needed.

Rewards & growth

• Competitive pay up to $33.50/hr DOE, plus overtime opportunities.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• PTO and 10 paid holidays per year.
• A team that values your input and celebrates craftsmanship.

Equipment you’ll run

• Injection Molding Machine
• Blow Molding Machine

Preferred background

• Plastic Extrusion Experience
• Tool/Die/Mold Setup Experience

In this role, you are accountable for food safety, food quality, and site safety.

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