Injection Molding (Automation) Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Join a team where precision meets innovation.

Are you passionate about driving innovation in manufacturing and bringing new products to life? Join Cadence, a leader in contract medical device manufacturing, as an Injection Molding (Automation) Technician and play a pivotal role in supporting the manufacturing of quality medical devices. This Staunton, VA onsite position is ideal for an individual with expertise in scientific molding and injection molding process development who thrives on delivering high-quality solutions in a dynamic environment.

What You’ll Do:

• Collaboration: Partner with design, quality, and supply chain teams to ensure manufacturability, quality, and scalability of new and existing products ensuring seamless transitions from design to production.
• Develop Manufacturing Processes: Design and optimize robust, repeatable, and scalable processes for injection molding and plastics-based manufacturing.
• Process Validation: Oversee process validation activities ensuring compliance with industry standards.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness in manufacturing processes.
• Troubleshooting: Provide technical support to resolve production issues related to injection molding and automation.

What You’ll Bring:

• Experience: 5+ years of experience in manufacturing, scientific/injection molding processes and development. Automation experience a plus. Master Molder/RJG certifications are a plus.
• Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of injection molding processes, tooling, and materials; experience with mold design and troubleshooting is a plus.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Proven ability to analyze and resolve complex manufacturing challenges.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across departments.
• Project Management: Experience managing multiple projects with tight deadlines and budgets.

Why Join Our Team

• Work on advanced, custom-built automation systems in a clean, high-tech environment.
• Play a direct role in manufacturing life-changing medical devices.
• Be part of a culture that values continuous improvement and technical excellence.
• Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and career advancement opportunities.