Plastics Injection & Blow Molding Process Technologist
Associate-level Process Engineering roles on Crosslinked list a median of $91k (24 that show pay).
Set up molds and cells and troubleshoot processing on injection and injection blow molding machines.
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Worth knowing
Why it is interesting. Hands-on setup and optimization across a range of injection and injection blow molding machines and molds.
Might not be for you. Production-floor troubleshooting and uptime focus, not materials R&D.
Adjacent materials roleProcess Technologist setting up molds and cells on injection molding and injection blow molding machines, with resin dryers, troubleshooting processing issues
- Seniority
- Technician
- Work
- On-site
- Type
- Full-time
- Degree
- Associate
- Experience
- 1+ yrs
- Industry
- Medical devices
- Role
- Process Engineering
Role details
Bring more to life—through precision plastics processing
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At Beckman Coulter Life Sciences, part of Danaher, we innovate so scientists can move faster and make a tangible impact on human health. In our plastics manufacturing operation, your expertise helps transform ideas into dependable products that accelerate life‑saving work.
Role snapshot
As a Process Technologist, you will support production by setting up and optimizing molds and cells, resolving processing issues, and keeping complex plastics equipment running reliably. You’ll be based on-site in Indianapolis, IN, report to the Process Engineering Technician Supervisor, and collaborate closely with our Plastics Manufacturing Engineering team.
What a day looks like
- Prepare molds and cells for production on a variety of injection molding and injection blow molding machines.
- Configure and verify EOAT, automation handling equipment, temperature control units, mold controllers, material loaders, and resin dryers.
- Monitor support systems and utilities such as air compressors and chillers to ensure stable processing conditions.
- Troubleshoot unplanned downtime events; quickly diagnose, correct, and document processing issues across a range of molds and machines.
- Partner with operators, fellow process technicians, supervisors, and maintenance to stabilize cycles, improve uptime, and hand off robust setups.
What you’ll bring
- Associate degree and 1+ year of relevant experience.
- Comfort working safely with hand and power tools, a multimeter, a tensiometer, and precision instruments (calipers, micrometers, etc.).
- Sharp problem‑solving skills, clear communication, and a collaborative approach.
Where purpose meets process
We serve the life sciences, diagnostics, and biotechnology communities—where time matters most. From automating repetitive workflows to reducing rework from complex results, our innovations help get answers faster. Discover how the Danaher Business System powers continuous improvement.
Benefits and support
We offer comprehensive, competitive benefits that support your life at work and beyond. Explore details at Danaher Benefits Info.
Preferred proficiencies
- Injection molding
- Blow molding
- Tool/die/mold setup
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