Injection Molding Operator Jobs
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The Injection Molding Process Engineering position is responsible for starting-up, maintaining, and troubleshooting injection molding machines and assuring parts are running to quality standards. This position plans and assigns work, implements policies and procedures, and recommends improvements in production methods, equipment, operating procedures, and working conditions.
Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Balance quality, productivity, cost, safety, and morale to achieve positive results in all areas. Work to continuously improve in all areas.
- Troubleshoot injection molding machines and adjust parameters as needed.
- Assist with mold changes and adjust molding parameters to ensure quality parts.
- Work with robots to optimize processes and cycle times
- Manage shift priorities
- Supervisor coverage when needed
Processing Responsibility
This position manages all machines in the department/shift and is responsible for performance management.
Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 80 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
*Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
*This is a full-time position. Hours of work are Monday through Thursday, 3:30 pm to 2:15 am, 40 hours per week. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.
Required Education and Experience
- 2-5 years of experience in injection molding processing.
Preferred Education and Experience
Injection Molding Processing Experience.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Will you be able to reliably commute to our Highland, MI, 48357, location and then to our Davisburg, MI, 48350, location once our transition for this department is completed?
- How many years experience do you have with creating processes on injection mold machines?
- How many years of experience do you have in troubleshooting injection molding machines and robots?
Experience:
- Injection Molding: 2 years (Required)
Language:
- English (Required)
Shift availability:
- Night Shift (Required)
Work Location: In person
The Injection Molding Process Engineering position is responsible for starting-up, maintaining, and troubleshooting injection molding machines and assuring parts are running to quality standards. This position plans and assigns work, implements policies and procedures, and recommends improvements in production methods, equipment, operating procedures, and working conditions.
Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Balance quality, productivity, cost, safety, and morale to achieve positive results in all areas. Work to continuously improve in all areas.
- Troubleshoot injection molding machines and adjust parameters as needed.
- Assist with mold changes and adjust molding parameters to ensure quality parts.
- Work with robots to optimize processes and cycle times
- Manage shift priorities
- Supervisor coverage when needed
Processing Responsibility
This position manages all machines in the department/shift and is responsible for performance management.
Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 80 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
*Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
*This is a full-time position. Hours of work are Monday through Thursday, 3:30 pm to 2:15 am, 40 hours per week. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.
Required Education and Experience
- 2-5 years of experience in injection molding processing.
Preferred Education and Experience
Injection Molding Processing Experience.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Will you be able to reliably commute to our Highland, MI, 48357, location and then to our Davisburg, MI, 48350, location once our transition for this department is completed?
- How many years experience do you have with creating processes on injection mold machines?
- How many years of experience do you have in troubleshooting injection molding machines and robots?
Experience:
- Injection Molding: 2 years (Required)
Language:
- English (Required)
Shift availability:
- Night Shift (Required)
Work Location: In person
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Who's Hiring
- SpaceX10
- EPTAM Precision7
- Tesla6
- Applied Medical6
- Saint-Gobain4
Top Industries Hiring
- Aerospace & Defense
- Medical Devices
- Education
- Electronics & Hardware
- Automotive
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in injection molding operator jobs.
- 1-3 years of hands-on experience operating injection molding machines in a production environment
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, work orders, and material data sheets
- Experience with mold startups, shutdowns, and in-process parameter adjustments
- Proficiency performing first-article inspections using calipers, micrometers, and other gauging tools
- Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices or ISO quality system requirements
- High school diploma or GED with willingness to work rotating or overnight shifts
Tips for Your Injection Molding Operator Job Search
Tailor your resume to machine specs
List the specific tonnage ranges, shot sizes, and machine brands you have run, such as Engel, Husky, or Arburg. Hiring managers scan resumes for these details because they signal you can step onto the floor without a ramp-up period.
Highlight process setup separately from production
Many operators can run a production cycle but fewer can set up molds, adjust barrel temperatures, or troubleshoot short shots. If you have setup experience, call it out in its own bullet so it does not get buried under general production duties.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists injection molding operator openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that name your material
Thermoplastics, silicones, and thermosets require different handling, and employers often prefer candidates with material-specific experience. Filter your search by material type and use that same terminology in your application to pass keyword screening.
Prepare a defect-troubleshooting example for interviews
Interviewers for injection molding roles routinely ask how you diagnosed and corrected a defect like flash, sink marks, or warping. Prepare one specific example with the root cause you identified and the parameter adjustment you made to resolve it.
Negotiate shift differential before accepting an offer
Many injection molding roles run 24-hour operations across rotating or overnight shifts. Ask explicitly about shift differential pay and rotation schedules before you accept, since the posted rate often reflects only the day-shift base.
Injection Molding Operator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most injection molding operators?
The most active employers for injection molding operators right now are SpaceX, EPTAM Precision, and Tesla, and the most openings are in Michigan, Texas, and Ohio, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand tends to be strongest in automotive supply chain and medical device manufacturing regions.
How many injection molding operator jobs are remote?
About 16% of injection molding operator openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting that most of the role requires hands-on machine operation. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote flexibility are quality documentation, process engineering support, and training coordination rather than direct machine operation.
How do you become an injection molding operator?
Start by earning a high school diploma or GED, then look for entry-level press operator or production associate roles that offer on-the-job training with injection molding equipment. Build familiarity with common thermoplastics, machine controls, and basic quality inspection. Pursuing a certificate in plastics technology or manufacturing processes from a community college can accelerate your path to full operator status and setup responsibilities.
Can you get hired as an injection molding operator with little experience?
Yes, many manufacturers hire candidates with no direct injection molding background for entry-level machine operator or press tender roles, then train them internally. Emphasize any production, assembly, or quality inspection experience you have, along with mechanical aptitude and comfort working in a fast-paced environment. Willingness to work off-shifts often opens more entry-level doors because those positions are harder to fill.
What does the injection molding operator interview process look like?
Most injection molding operator interviews start with a phone or in-person screen focused on your machine experience, shifts you can work, and comfort with physical production environments. A plant floor walk-through or practical assessment where you identify machine components or describe a troubleshooting scenario is common at mid-size and larger manufacturers. Final interviews often involve a shift supervisor or plant manager and cover quality standards, attendance expectations, and safety procedures.
Where can I find and apply to injection molding operator jobs?
You can find and apply to injection molding operator jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find the roles that fit your experience level, machine background, and preferred location, then apply directly to each listing from the page.
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