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Surge Staffing

Injection Molding Manager

Lafayette, IN · On-site

$65K - $75K/yr

Injection Molding Supervisor Location: Lafayette, IN Pay: $65,000$75,000/year Shift: 1st Shift We ... Stable full-time opportunity * Leadership role with growth potential * Competitive pay * Team ...

Baxter Enterprises

Injection Mold

Westminster, SC · On-site

$13.52 - $18.04/hr

Baxter Manufacturing, a full service supplier to the plastics industry, has immediate openings for 1st, 2nd and 3rd shift full-time injection mold operators . Starting wage up to $17.02 per hour.

Simos

Injection Molding Manager

Lafayette, IN · On-site

$31.25 - $41.83/hr

Advancement Opportunities * $65k-$87k Employment Type & Shifts * Full Time * Direct Hire * 1st ... injection molding preferred. * Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.

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How much do full time injection molding jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for full time injection molding in the United States is $24.94, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.15 and $28.37 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Full Time Injection Molding Technician, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Full Time Injection Molding Technician, you need knowledge of plastics processing, strong mechanical aptitude, and often a high school diploma or technical certification. Familiarity with injection molding machines, troubleshooting tools, and quality control systems like SPC is typically required. Attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective teamwork are crucial soft skills in this role. These skills ensure efficient machine operation, consistent product quality, and safe, productive manufacturing environments.

What are some common challenges faced by full-time injection molding technicians, and how can they be overcome?

Full-time injection molding technicians often encounter challenges such as machine downtime, material inconsistencies, and maintaining strict quality standards. Troubleshooting equipment issues and adjusting machine settings are daily tasks that require strong problem-solving skills. Developing familiarity with different materials and mold designs can help technicians quickly adapt to new products. Proactively communicating with maintenance and quality control teams also helps minimize production delays and ensures smooth operations.

What are Full Time Injection Molding jobs?

Full Time Injection Molding jobs involve operating and overseeing machines that shape plastic or other materials into specific forms using molds. As a full-time employee, you are typically responsible for setting up the machines, monitoring production quality, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring safety protocols are followed. These positions often require attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, and sometimes experience with manufacturing processes. Full-time roles generally offer more stable hours, benefits, and the opportunity for advancement within the manufacturing or plastics industry.

What is the difference between Full Time Injection Molding vs Part Time Injection Molding?

AspectFull Time Injection MoldingPart Time Injection Molding
Work HoursTypically 40+ hours per weekLess than 30 hours per week
CertificationsUsually requires basic manufacturing certificationsMay require similar certifications but on a part-time basis
Work EnvironmentManufacturing plants, production linesSame environment, fewer hours
Employer UsageCommon in full-scale production facilitiesUsed for supplemental or flexible staffing

Full Time Injection Molding involves working standard full-time hours in manufacturing plants, focusing on consistent production. Part Time Injection Molding offers flexible hours, often used for temporary or supplemental work. Both roles require similar skills and certifications but differ mainly in hours and employment structure.

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Infographic showing various Full Time Injection Molding job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 96% Full Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 30% Physical, 69% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $51,874 per year, or $24.9 per hour.
Injection Molding Process Technician

Injection Molding Process Technician

Career Transitions, LLC

Edinburgh, IN • On-site

$24 - $29/hr

Full-time

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

Injection Molding Process Technician

Full-Time

Edinburg, IN

Meet your Talent Advisor Desmond Nugent

A process technician is a multi-function role. Responsibilities include the start-up and processing of molding machines, robots, and auxiliary equipment, participation in sampling of new equipment, and troubleshooting processes as necessary to maintain function and quality. It is expected that a process technician be able to perform mold setter and machine operator duties as staffing and production demand change.

The main requirements are listed below and subject to change.

Injection Molding Process Technician Physical Duties/Requirements:

  • All necessary duties required to safely install molding equipment (see Mold Setter job description)

  • Following directions passed down from supervisor/management

  • Assist in samplings, continuous improvement, and other engineering projects

  • Use of hand tools and power tools to perform job function

  • Operating the injection molding machine controls

  • Prepare machine for production

  • Setting up robot positions

  • Advanced setup of hot stamp machines, label applicators, in-mold labeling (IML) equipment, robot tooling, material dryers, blenders, color carts, vibratory welders, and cooling fixtures

  • Perform quality checks

  • Debug robot/machine sequence program issues

  • Troubleshoot various process related issues with products (i.e., flash, burns, voids, warp)

  • Troubleshoot various issues with auxiliary equipment, robot tooling, and molding components

  • Use of a multimeter to troubleshoot electrical issues

  • Minor repairs on mold tooling (i.e., clearing out flash, cleaning vents, replacing fittings, etc.)

  • Minor repairs on the machine/auxiliary equipment (i.e., replace fuses, clean strainers, etc.)

  • Performing a line clearance

  • Use of purging compounds to clean out the machine barrel and mold.

  • Starting up and shutting down presses, water cooling, and air supply system

  • Operating a forklift

Injection Molding Process Technician Specific Knowledge Requirements:

  • Work safe knowledge of the equipment (i.e., crane movements, machine safety, electricity, etc.)

  • Ability to work as part of a team and/ or independently on a project without constant supervision

  • Understanding of fundamental injection molding processes going from pellet to part

  • Basic understanding of machine/robot sequence programming

  • Basic understanding of mold tooling

  • Understanding of water cooling and air supply system

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