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Injection Molding Setup Technician
UGP Plastics —Ajax, ON
- $24–$28 an hour
- Full-time
- Supervising experience
- Team management
- Quality Control
- Dental care
- Paid time off
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Injection Molding Setup Technician
UGP Plastics —Ajax, ON
Forklift or overhead crane certification. We produce precision molded components for customers across automotive, retail display, and industrial markets.
$24–$28 an hour
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Injection Molding Setup Technician

UGP Plastics
Ajax, ON

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Job details

Full-time
$24–$28 an hour
3 days ago

Qualifications

Grinders
ISO 9001
Manufacturing facility experience
Overhead cranes
Supervising experience
Team management
Injection molding
Quality Control
Blueprint reading
Robotics
Hand tools
Production scheduling
Leadership
Plastics production machine setup and calibration
Mechanical knowledge

Full job description

Job Title: Molding Setup Technician / Supervisor

Location: Ajax, ON (on-site)

Job Type: Full-time, Afternoon Shift

Pay: $24–$28/hour, based on experience

About Us

UGP Plastics is a custom injection molding manufacturer based in Ajax, Ontario, in business since 1954 and ISO 9001:2015 certified. We produce precision molded components for customers across automotive, retail display, and industrial markets. We're looking for a hands-on Molding Setup Technician / Supervisor to keep our molding operations running smoothly and efficiently while providing leadership on the shop floor.

What You'll Do

Mount, set up, and remove molds on injection molding machines safely and efficiently
Set and adjust process parameters (temperatures, pressures, cycle times, cushion, etc.) to bring jobs to a stable, repeatable running condition
Perform material and color changeovers, purging, and dryer setup
Run first-off / startup quality checks and hand off to operators once the process is qualified
Troubleshoot process, mold, and machine issues during production to minimize downtime and scrap
Supervise and support operators on the floor, providing direction and training as needed
Prioritize changeovers and manage workflow to hit the production schedule and shipping commitments
Assist with auxiliary equipment (robots, conveyors, grinders, temperature controllers)
Document setups and parameter sheets; follow ISO 9001:2015 quality procedures
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area (5S)

What We're Looking For

3+ years of injection molding setup experience in a manufacturing environment
Strong understanding of the injection molding process and thermoplastic materials
Ability to read setup sheets, work instructions, and basic prints
Comfortable with hand tools, overhead cranes, and mechanical adjustments
Mechanical aptitude and solid troubleshooting skills
Leadership or supervisory experience an asset
Able to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods
Reliable, safety-focused, and able to work independently on the afternoon shift

Nice to Have

Experience with two-shot / multi-material molding, insert molding, or robotics
Scientific molding / decoupled molding knowledge (RJG or similar)
Forklift or overhead crane certification

How to Apply

Apply directly through Indeed with your resume. We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Pay: $24.00-$28.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

Dental care
On-site parking
Paid time off
Vision care

Ability to commute/relocate:

Ajax, ON L1Z 1E2: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Experience:

Injection Molding Setup: 3 years (required)

Work Location: In person

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