Plastic Injection Tech Level 2
About the job
- High school education or equivalent, with a technical education or background.
- Three to five years of injection technician experience.
- Experience setting up, troubleshooting, and starting injection molding equipment and robotics systems.
- Familiarity with various types of plastic material and knowledge of Milacron injection molding equipment up to 1000-ton capacity.
- Knowledge of ENGEL molding machines up to 1000-ton capacity.
- Scientific molding training completed at Level II or higher.
- Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with employees at all levels of the organization.
- Ability to troubleshoot molding equipment.
- Set up, start up, troubleshoot, and monitor injection molding machines and related equipment to ensure production.
- Measure and visually inspect products for surface and dimensional defects.
- Adjust machine settings, injection pressure, and cycle times for a wide range of plastic materials to ensure proper quality and function of parts.
- Ensure that part and material containment measures are implemented.
- Troubleshoot molding problems.
- Notify maintenance of equipment issues and notify the mold repair department and supervisor of mold issues.
- Monitor production software for machine stoppages, cycles outside standards, color changes, and mold changes.
- Conduct root cause analysis of factors affecting overall product quality.
- Enter scrap into the production monitoring system, and weigh and document purging before disposal.
- Communicate part quality issues, process issues, safety issues, and resolutions to the next shift.
- Occasionally lead the department in the absence of the shift supervisor.
- Run scrap and downtime reports from the monitoring system, and communicate large scrap numbers and major downtime codes.
- Use a personal computer, dial and digital calipers, gauges, and hand tools.
- Follow safety rules and keep the work area clean and orderly.
About the company
Lasko Products makes and sells home comfort appliances like electric fans, room heaters, and air purifiers. Its products are designed to improve indoor comfort and air quality and are sold through retail and online channels around the world. The company emphasizes durability and value, with manufacturing locations in Tennessee and Texas and a long history dating back to 1906, highlighting a strong American-made identity. Lasko differentiates itself through its established brand, focus on quality, and broad distribution, aiming to provide reliable, long-lasting appliances for homes and businesses. Its goal is to meet everyday comfort needs while expanding its manufacturing footprint and international distribution.
Company Size
501-1,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
West Chester, Pennsylvania
Founded
1906
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Lasko launched a Costco-exclusive 42-inch outdoor misting tower fan on May 28, 2025.
- Lasko's 2025 smart-fan lineup added Alexa, WiFi, and smart air-purifier products.
- Solur's April 2026 CEO mandate targets faster product launches and expansion into adjacent categories.
What critics are saying
- Consumer litigation over Lasko heater temperature claims reached federal court in July 2025.
- The August 2026 sale of Lasko's Columbia distribution center signals operational contraction.
- A repeat heater or fan recall would damage the brand and threaten retail shelf space.
What makes Lasko Products unique
- Lasko named Sri Solur CEO on April 28, 2026, prioritizing innovation and adjacent categories.
- Lasko sells fans, heaters, humidifiers, and air purifiers through major retail and Costco channels.
- Lasko's 1906 Pennsylvania manufacturing brand equity and U.S.-made positioning still resonate with shoppers.
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Benefits
- Professional Development Budget