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Injection Moulding Machine Operator Jobs in Minnesota

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MN 3rd Shift - Machine Operator I

Vadnais Heights, MN

$17.25 - $18/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

In this hands-on role, you'll help produce plastic parts by operating molding machines, removing ... Previous experience in manufacturing or plastic injection molding preferred. * Previous experience ...

Centro, Inc

Machine Operator

Benson, MN · On-site

$20 - $22/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Set up molds; load/unload and maintain molds properly * Follow Product Summary Reports (PSRs) and quality processes * Monitor product during production and adjust machine settings as needed

Seaway

2nd Shift Machine Operator

Vadnais Heights, MN · On-site

$17.25 - $18/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

In this hands-on role, you'll help produce plastic parts by operating molding machines, removing ... Previous experience in manufacturing or plastic injection molding preferred. * Previous experience ...

Seaway

MN 3rd Shift - Machine Operator I

Vadnais Heights, MN · On-site

$17.25 - $18/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

In this hands-on role, you'll help produce plastic parts by operating molding machines, removing ... Previous experience in manufacturing or plastic injection molding preferred. * Previous experience ...

LEI Packaging LLC

Machine Operator

Foley, MN · On-site

$22 - $30/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Operate a state of the art pulp molding machine * Monitor machine performance throughout the shift ... Experience operating manufacturing machinery is a plus but not a requirement, we will train.

LEI Packaging LLC

Machine Operator

Foley, MN · On-site

$22 - $30/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Operate a state of the art pulp molding machine * Monitor machine performance throughout the shift ... Experience operating manufacturing machinery is a plus but not a requirement, we will train.

Adecco

Entry-Level Press Operator

Rush City, MN · On-site

$18/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Adecco is hiring Entry-Level Press Operators in Rush City, MN for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift . No ... Operate injection molding machines, inspect parts, and package products. Pay: 1st $16/hr (7:00am-3 ...

Adecco

Entry-Level Press Operator

Rush City, MN

$18/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Adecco is hiring Entry-Level Press Operators in Rush City, MN for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift . No ... Operate injection molding machines, inspect parts, and package products. Pay: 1st $16/hr (7:00am-3 ...

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How much do injection moulding machine operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for injection moulding machine operator in Minnesota is $17.81, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.01 and $19.09 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Injection Moulding Machine Operator vs Plastic Processing Technician?

AspectInjection Moulding Machine OperatorPlastic Processing Technician
CredentialsBasic technical training, on-the-job experienceTechnical diploma or certification often preferred
Work EnvironmentManufacturing plant, operating molding machinesManufacturing or processing plant, overseeing plastic production
Industry UsageCommonly used in plastics manufacturingUsed across plastics and polymer processing industries
Job FocusOperating and monitoring molding machinesMaintaining, troubleshooting, and optimizing plastic processing equipment

While both roles work within plastics manufacturing, the Injection Moulding Machine Operator primarily focuses on operating molding machines, whereas the Plastic Processing Technician handles broader processing tasks, including maintenance and troubleshooting of plastic production equipment.

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Infographic showing various Injection Moulding Machine Operator job openings in Minnesota as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 47% Full Time, 50% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $37,048 per year, or $17.8 per hour.

Injection Molding Setup Technician - 2nd Shift

Graco, Inc.

Rogers, MN • On-site

$33.75/hr

Full-time, Other

Medical, Dental, Retirement

Posted 13 days ago

Graco rating

8.5

Company rating: 8.5 out of 10

Based on 24 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

82nd of 489 rated machine equipment manufacturers

Job description

Graco manufactures and markets premium equipment to move, measure, control, dispense and spray a wide variety of fluid and powder materials. What does that mean? Well, we pump peanut butter into your jar, and the oil in your car. We glue the soles of your shoes, the glass in your windows and the screen on your phone. We spray the finish on your vehicle, coatings on your pills, the paint on your house and texture on your walls. Graco is part of your daily life.
Job Purpose
Set-up, change-over and maintain molding machines, molds, material and their processes to produce quality products for internal and external customers in a safe and productive manner.
Essential Duties
  • Set-up and maintain production of injection molding machines, tooling, and processes.
  • Inspect molded components to confirm quality.
  • Locate, transport, install, and store injection molds in accordance with established guidelines.
  • Troubleshoot the manufacturing process to diagnose and resolve anticipated or actual manufacturing problems that may affect product quality.
  • Inspect, clean, and maintain molds and tooling subsequent to each production run.
  • Maintain a clean, safe work area.
  • Perform minor machine maintenance as required.
  • Read and understand operation layouts and blueprints.
  • Maintain quality of work as required and report any discrepancies.
  • Operate and maintain auxiliary equipment.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements
Essential Qualifications
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Technical degree or diploma in related field or equivalent experience (5 years of injection molding experience).
  • 3 years of experience with operating injection molding equipment.
  • Ability to set-up and operate assigned equipment.
  • Ability to perform various operations under minimum supervision, while maintaining required levels of quality and quantity.
  • Demonstrated skill and ability to use precision measuring equipment.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Ability to operate forklift.
  • Ability to stand/sit/walk, for up to eight hours per day.
  • Frequent, repetitive elbow movements.
  • Reaching, grasping, gripping and fine manipulation with hands is required.
  • Ability to occasionally stoop, bend, lift and/or load up to 40 pounds.

Desirable Qualifications
  • Completion of Math for Manufacturing and Basic Blueprint Reading for Manufacturing.
  • Personal computer skills.
  • Prior machine tool operation skills.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This role is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future (e.g., H-1B, TN, F-1 OPT).
At Graco, you truly make a difference. Your unique talents contribute to our organizational growth and future. Not only do you make a difference, but Graco's culture empowers employees to create their own career path. Whether you choose to advance within your current department or explore new opportunities in different divisions, you have the ability to build your future. Our managers are here to provide support and guidance as you continue to grow within your career.
Graco has excellent opportunities available to individuals who want to be part of a fast-moving, growing company that is committed to quality, innovation and solving fluid handling problems for our customers. Graco is proud to be named a Best Place to Work by Fortune Magazine in 2016, 2018, 2019, 2021 & 2022. Graco offers attractive compensation, benefits and career development opportunities. Graco's comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, stock purchase plan, 401(k), tuition reimbursement and more.
Our company uses E-Verify to confirm the employment and eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.
The base pay range for this position is listed below, exclusive of fringe benefits or other compensation. If you are hired, your final base hourly rate will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, competencies, education, and/or experience. In addition to those factors, we will also consider internal equity of our current employees. Please keep in mind that the range provided is the full base salary range for the role. Hiring at or near the maximum of the range would not be typical to allow for future and continued salary growth.
$31.82 - $33.75

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