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As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for hourly injection molding process engineer in the United States is $92,018.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $74,500.00 and $103,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectHourly Injection Molding Process EngineerProduction Technician
ResponsibilitiesDesign, optimize, and troubleshoot injection molding processes to improve quality and efficiencyOperate machinery, monitor production, and perform basic troubleshooting
Required SkillsKnowledge of molding processes, process control, and quality standardsMechanical skills, equipment operation, and safety procedures
Work EnvironmentManufacturing floor, process development labsProduction line, machine operation areas
CertificationsOften requires technical certifications or training in plastics or manufacturingSafety and equipment operation certifications

The Hourly Injection Molding Process Engineer focuses on process development and optimization, requiring technical expertise, while the Production Technician handles daily machine operation and basic troubleshooting. Both roles are essential in manufacturing but differ in scope and responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Hourly Injection Molding Process Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 16% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $92,018 per year, or $44.2 per hour.

Injection Mold Process Engineer

Hog Slat

Clinton, NC • On-site

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago

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Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

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Job description

JOB SUMMARY:
Hog Slat, Inc. is seeking a Injection Molding Professional with expertise in the continuous improvement and development of manufacturing methods for existing and new product lines.
As an Injection Molding Process Engineer focused on our Grower Select Products Division, primary responsibilities will include knowledge of fabrication processes, tooling and production equipment capabilities to assure a continuous supply of high quality products at the lowest cost. Hog Slat, Inc. is the world's largest provider of production solutions for today's poultry and hog producers. This position will work closely with all departments in our organization to provide value-added solutions for our customers while contributing towards the Company's financial objectives.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to lead a team through change is a necessity. This position will be based at the Fabrication Facilities in Clinton, North Carolina.
This position is located near our global headquarters in rural eastern North Carolina, which is less than an hour from the Raleigh metro area, approximately an hour's drive to the coast, and only a few hours away from the mountains of N.C.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned as business conditions change.
• Injection Molding Process engineering with knowledge in tooling design, fabrication and new process implementation
• Set-up, optimize, trouble shoot, and operate all machine tools and equipment in the injection molding department and associated systems
• Responsible for the development and implementation of manufacturing process standards
• Communicate closely and effectively with area operations personnel
• Work under minimum supervision
• Program and adjust molding machine production parameters to optimize output
• Interface with production control on work scheduling
• Ability to perform cavity and core changeovers
• Sign off on first articles and ensure appropriate procedures in place for changeovers and first shots.
• Develop, recommends, and implements measures to improve production methods, and equipment performance leading to reduced scrap.
• Develop or revise standard operation procedures and observe team to ensure compliance with standards and procedures
SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:
The IDEAL CANDIDATE will have the following experience/educational background:
• 5-10 years' experience
• Strong tool design and fabrication methods experience
• Understanding of 3D Modeling and mold flow analysis
• Experience or training in project definition, design, and process control
• Robotic gate cutting and sprue picking programming experience
• Ability to work under pressure with minimal supervision
• Must have good analytical abilities, be creative and take initiative
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Hog Slat, Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity religion, natural origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other reason prohibited under Federal State or local laws. All employment decisions are based on valid job-related requirements.

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