Who We Are

On July 1, 2025, IPL Plastics merged with Schoeller Allibert to form IPL Schoeller (the ‘company’). The Company’s operations are split across North America (11 manufacturing plants) and Europe (16 manufacturing plants).

The company is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland. IPL Schoeller is a leading manufacturer of sustainable rigid packaging solutions across a range of end market segments including returnable transit packaging, consumer and industrial packaging, environmental containers and agricultural packaging. The company employs c.4,100 employees across North America (1,600 employees) and Europe (2,500 employees.)

The role

Location: Leominster MA
Hours: Sunday - Tuesday, alternating Wednesday's, 7pm - 7am

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Safety First: Adhere to all prescribed safety precautions and utilize personal protection equipment (PPE) as required. Promote a safe work environment.

• Equipment Mastery: Oversees the setup and operation of equipment, material use, labeling, and related activities on assigned shift.

• Mold Management: Assist with the installation of molds/dies, assist the maintenance staff with mold changes using a hoist crane, and maintain molding machines.

• Process Optimization:

  • Manage molding machine setup, including ancillary equipment.

  • Follow and document process parameters to ensure repeatable results.

  • Process molding parameters to achieve quality parts and optimized cycle times.

  • Respond promptly to machine alarms.

  • Develop and implement repeatable molding processes.

• Maintenance & Repair:

  • Carry out prescribed maintenance and repair operations on injection molding machines and related equipment.

  • Diagnose problems and implement effective solutions.

  • Repair/replace components, switches, sensors, etc. o Assemble, disassemble, and maintain molds and wire switches.

  • Maintain a required inventory of spare parts.

  • Participate in the development of preventative maintenance and standardized work procedures.
    
    

• Troubleshooting & Problem Solving:

  • Use troubleshooting skills to improve and develop repeatable molding processes.

  • Manage and troubleshoot work stoppages due to handle-installer malfunction.

  • Investigate equipment deficiencies and recommend modifications/improvements.
    
    

• Documentation & Record Keeping: Maintain accurate time and production records.

What you will bring to the role:

• Working knowledge of machines, conveyors, and robotic operations

• Intermediate knowledge of injection molding processing

• Mold maintenance experience

• Materials knowledge (plastics, metals, etc.)

• Basic 5S procedures

• Husky Injection Molding Machine knowledge is a plus

• Strong attention to detail with excellent prioritization and follow-up skills

• Must be able to work under time pressure, prioritize, and complete tasks in a timely manner

If you have the above experience and are looking for a role where you can make a real difference, apply today to find out more!