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Injection Molding Technician jobs are open across automotive, consumer goods, medical devices, and plastics manufacturing, at every level from entry-level operator to senior process technician, with specializations in process setup, quality control, and mold maintenance. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Injection Molding Maintenance Technician – 3rd Shift
Location: Wyoming, MI
Pay: $38–$42/hour + shift premium
Shift: 3rd Shift
Employment Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire
Direct injection molding maintenance experience required.
About the Role
A growing manufacturer is seeking an experienced Injection Molding Maintenance Technician to support molding machines, robotics, automation, and auxiliary equipment.
This is a hands-on troubleshooting role requiring strong electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, PLC, and automation skills.
What You’ll Do
- Troubleshoot and repair plastic injection molding machines.
- Diagnose electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and controls-related failures.
- Maintain robots, conveyors, auxiliary equipment, and automated systems.
- Troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipment, sensors, motors, and drives.
- Perform preventive maintenance and emergency breakdown repairs.
- Read electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical schematics.
- Identify root causes of equipment failures and complete corrective repairs.
- Support equipment reliability and reduce production downtime.
Qualifications
- 3+ years of industrial maintenance experience.
- Hands-on maintenance and repair experience with injection molding machines.
- Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills.
- Experience with hydraulics and pneumatics.
- Experience troubleshooting PLC-controlled or automated equipment.
- Ability to read schematics and technical drawings.
- Ability to independently diagnose and repair equipment problems.
- Availability for 3rd shift and overtime as needed.
Preferred Experience
- PLC troubleshooting or programming
- Industrial robotics
- Servo motors and drives
- Injection molding auxiliary equipment
- Automated manufacturing systems
- Preventive or predictive maintenance
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) / retirement benefits
- Paid time off and holidays
- Shift differential
- Training and advancement opportunities
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $38.00 - $42.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Do you have 3+ years of injection molding maintenance experience?
- Can you work 3rd shift?
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 technician jobs.
- 1-3 years of hands-on injection molding machine operation or setup experience
- Ability to perform mold changes, startups, and shutdowns independently
- Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings and process sheets
- Familiarity with quality inspection tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges
- Knowledge of common thermoplastic resins and their processing parameters
- High school diploma or GED, with technical or vocational training preferred
Tips for Your Injection Molding Technician Job Search
List your machine tonnage experience clearly
Employers filter candidates by press size, so your resume should name the tonnage ranges you've run, not just 'injection molding machines.' Listing specific brands like Arburg, Engel, or Husky alongside shot sizes helps hiring managers see your fit instantly.
Highlight process troubleshooting wins specifically
Generic 'troubleshooting experience' won't stand out. Describe defects you diagnosed and corrected, like sink marks, short shots, or gate blush, and what parameter adjustments fixed them. That specificity signals hands-on process knowledge, not just machine monitoring.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists injection molding technician 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 match your material experience
Job listings often specify resin families like ABS, nylon, or polypropylene. Apply to roles where your material background aligns closely, since reprocessing unfamiliar resins is a common gap employers flag in interviews.
Prepare to walk through a setup from memory
Many interviews include a verbal walkthrough of a mold change or first-article inspection. Practice describing your exact sequence, including purging, clamping, and cycle verification, so you can answer confidently without relying on notes or vague generalizations.
Negotiate shift differentials, not just base pay
Injection molding runs around the clock, so second- and third-shift premiums can meaningfully affect your total compensation. When an offer comes in, ask specifically about shift differential rates before accepting, since these vary widely across facilities.
Injection Molding Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most injection molding technicians?
The companies hiring the most injection molding technicians right now include SpaceX, EPTAM Precision, and Tesla, with the largest share of openings in Michigan, Texas, and Ohio, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Automotive suppliers and medical device manufacturers consistently account for a significant portion of active postings.
How many injection molding technician jobs are remote?
About 16% of injection molding technician openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most roles in this field. The sub-areas most likely to offer any remote flexibility are process documentation, quality systems support, and training coordination rather than production floor positions.
How do you become an injection molding technician?
Most injection molding technicians start by completing a high school diploma or GED, then gain foundational skills through a vocational program, community college manufacturing course, or entry-level press operator role. From there, hands-on experience with mold changes, process adjustments, and quality inspection builds the competency employers expect at the technician level.
Can you get hired as an injection molding technician with little or no experience?
Yes, some manufacturers hire entry-level candidates as press operators or molding assistants and train them on the floor. Candidates with no direct experience improve their chances by emphasizing any related manufacturing background, familiarity with plastic materials, mechanical aptitude, and willingness to work rotating shifts, since those signals matter to hiring managers evaluating trainability.
What does the injection molding technician interview process look like?
The process typically starts with a phone screen covering your machine experience and shift availability, followed by an in-person or video interview where you may be asked to walk through a mold change or describe how you'd troubleshoot a specific defect. Some employers include a facility tour or a brief hands-on assessment at the press before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to injection molding technician jobs?
You can find and apply to injection molding technician jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search for roles that match your machine experience, shift preference, and industry background, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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