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Moldtronics, Inc

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At Moldtronics, we provide molding, machining, design, mold building, and manufacturing services ... Visual inspection of parts under a magnification glass. Small Machine Operator Qualifications:

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How much do glass molding machine jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for glass molding machine in the United States is $17.48, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.62 and $18.75 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a glass molding machine?

Glass molding machines are specialized industrial machines used to shape molten glass into various forms and products, such as bottles, jars, or intricate components for electronics and automotive industries. These machines automate the process of heating, forming, and cooling glass, ensuring consistent quality and precision in mass production. Operators typically monitor the machinery, adjust settings, and perform maintenance to ensure smooth operation. Glass molding machines are essential in the manufacturing of both household and industrial glass products.

What skills and qualifications are needed to work as a glass molding machine operator?

To thrive as a Glass Molding Machine Operator, you need a solid understanding of machinery operation, basic mechanical aptitude, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with industrial safety protocols, machine controls, and sometimes experience with programmable logic controllers (PLCs) is typically required. Attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication help operators ensure product quality and collaborate with team members. Mastering these skills is crucial to maintain safety, minimize defects, and optimize production efficiency in a manufacturing environment.

What are common challenges faced by glass molding machine operators, and how can they be addressed?

Operators of glass molding machines often encounter challenges such as maintaining precise temperature controls, minimizing defects like bubbles or cracks, and ensuring the consistent quality of molded glass products. These issues can be managed by regularly calibrating equipment, closely monitoring production parameters, and promptly addressing mechanical or material inconsistencies. Effective communication with maintenance and quality assurance teams is also essential to quickly resolve any issues and maintain smooth operations.

What is the difference between Glass Molding Machine vs Glass Cutter?

AspectGlass Molding MachineGlass Cutter
Primary FunctionAutomates shaping and forming glass into specific productsManually or mechanically cuts glass into desired sizes or shapes
Work EnvironmentManufacturing plants with heavy machineryWorkshops or factories focused on glass processing
Required SkillsMachine operation, mechanical skills, quality controlPrecision cutting, handling glass safely, manual dexterity
CertificationsMachine operation certifications, safety trainingNone typically required, but safety training is common

While both roles involve working with glass, the Glass Molding Machine operator focuses on automated shaping processes, whereas the Glass Cutter handles manual or mechanical cutting tasks. They are complementary in glass manufacturing but serve different functions within the industry.

How much do glass molding machine operators make?

Glass molding machine operators typically earn between $30,000 and $50,000 annually, depending on experience, location, and industry. Skilled operators who work with advanced machinery or in specialized environments may earn higher wages and often require knowledge of machine maintenance and safety protocols.

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Infographic showing various Glass Molding Machine job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 84% Full Time, 9% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 3% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $36,361 per year, or $17.5 per hour.

Process Technician

Plymouth, MI • On-site

Fuyao Glass America Inc
Construction • 1 - 5K employees
Learn more about Fuyao Glass America Incexternal

Full-time

Re-posted 19 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Monitor daily schedules and address unscheduled downtime or missed production opportunities with root cause analysis and corrective actions.

  • Evaluate and improve the functionality and reliability of facility systems and equipment by studying performance results and implementing changes.

  • Maintain safety standards, participate in educational opportunities, and attend daily meetings to discuss efficiencies, scrap, and issues.

Job description

 

About Fuyao 

Fuyao Automotive North America Incorporated (FANA) is in the general warehousing and glass manufacturing industry in Plymouth MI. We provide automotive glass for the North America market and currently have glass manufacturing relationships with some of the top automotive manufacturers in North America including GM, Honda, Chrysler, Kia, BMW and Hyundai. We operate several production lines for a variety of vehicle models from each of these automotive manufacturers. 

Our Parent Company 

Fuyao Glass Industry Group Co. Ltd. (FYG) is a leading international manufacturer of automotive and industrial glass located in the People's Republic of China. The company has been listed on the Shanghai Stock Exchange since 1993 and employs more than 8,000 people in China, Hong Kong, Europe, Australia, Russia and the United States. Being the largest automotive glass supplier in China, FYG controls over 60% share of Chinese OEM market and over 30% share of Chinese replacement market. Fuyao customers in China are some of the leading automotive manufacturers in the world including GM, Ford, Honda, Toyota, Audi, Volkswagen, Citroen, and Mercedes-Benz to name a few. 

 

JOB DESCRIPTION

Summary/Objective
The Process Technician position is responsible for ensuring smooth running processes with minimum amount of downtime for process related issues. 

Essential Functions

  1. Meets and Monitors daily schedules, providing root causes and corrective actions for any unscheduled downtime and or missed production opportunities.
  2. Monitors all scrap produced that affect efficiencies and daily outputs
  3. Evaluate functionality and reliability of facility systems and associated equipment by conferring with departments, identifying problems and requirements.
  4. Maintains 5s standards across all shifts holding each line accountable for 5s compliance.
  5. Improves function and reliability of facility systems and associated equipment by studying performance results; identifying, recommending and implementing changes, expansions, and additions as it pertains to the current production lines.
  6. Maintains safe and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures; complying with legal codes and regulations.
  7. Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; technical publications.
  8. Attends daily meeting with supervisors to go over efficiencies, scrap, and people related issues and reports findings to the team.
  9. Conducts training for new hires to help guide them to the next level.

Competencies

  1. Basic knowledge of injection molding processes and machine functions
  2. Problem Solving/Analysis.
  3. Project Management.
  4. Communication Proficiency.
  5. Ethical Conduct.
  6. Time Management
  7. Injection Molding experience min 1-3 years
  8. Production  planning and troubleshooting experience
  9. Technical leadership and understanding
  10. Minimum 3 years automotive experience required


Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment

This job operates between manufacturing and office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines as well as interfacing with the operation of machinery on the floor.

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. This position may require:

  1. Will require frequent standing and use of hands and arms
  2. Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds and frequently bend and twist from the waist
  3. Frequently required to use hand and finger motions, handle or feel objects, reach with hands

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

Travel 

Sometimes travel to our external trainer may be required.

Required Education and Experience

  1. Basic mechanical aptitude and manufacturing plant experience.

 

Preferred Education and Experience

  1. 3 years’ maintenance experience, understanding of injection molding machine systems and processing, basics robotics experience including program touch ups.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.


Please Note:
We kindly ask that applicants do not visit our office in person to submit applications or inquire about the position. All applications must be submitted online through the designated platform.

Due to the volume of applications, we will only contact candidates whose qualifications closely match the requirements of the role. We appreciate your understanding.


Fuyao Automotive North America, Inc., Core Foundation Competencies including Ethics, Integrity, Values & Trust. Fuyao Automotive North America, Inc. is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Fuyao Automotive North America, Inc is a Drug-Free Workplace.