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INJECTION MOLDING TECHNICIAN

Elizabeth, NJ ยท On-site

$70K - $104K/yr

Key Responsibilities & Qualifications โ˜ Hands-on experience with plastic injection molding ... blueprints, engineering drawings, schematics, and specifications โ˜ Strong mechanical ...

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INJECTION MOLDING TECHNICIAN

Newark, NJ ยท On-site

$70K - $104K/yr

Key Responsibilities & Qualifications โ˜ Hands-on experience with plastic injection molding ... blueprints, engineering drawings, schematics, and specifications โ˜ Strong mechanical ...

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INJECTION MOLDING TECHNICIAN

Rahway, NJ ยท On-site

$70K - $104K/yr

Key Responsibilities & Qualifications โ˜ Hands-on experience with plastic injection molding ... blueprints, engineering drawings, schematics, and specifications โ˜ Strong mechanical ...

We are seeking an experienced plastic injection mold maker to join our engineering team in the research, development, optimization and launch of biodegradable and compostable plastics. This candidate ...

Plastics Engineer

Hudson, MA ยท On-site

$110K - $130K/yr

Drive Innovation at a Leader in Custom Injection Molding Since 1968, Plastic Molding Manufacturing ... S. facilities, we combine scale with deep engineering expertise--making us a go-to partner for ...

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How much do plastic injection engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for plastic injection engineer in the United States is $65,265.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48,500.00 and $79,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Process Technician - Plastic Injection Molding

West Bend, WI โ€ข On-site

$24.25 - $29.25/hr

Full-time

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Job description

PROCESS TECHNICIAN - PLASTIC INJECTION MOLDING

Position Details

  • Employment Type: Full-time

Background & Experience

Required

  • High school diploma or technical/vocational education
  • At least three years of experience supporting manufacturing processes, preferably in molding operations
  • Strong understanding of injection molding processes, tooling, and cavity pressure monitoring systems
  • Working knowledge of scientific molding principles and formal validation methodologies (IQ/OQ/PQ)

Preferred

  • Experience with manufacturing ERP or MES systems
  • Prior work in regulated manufacturing environments (e.g., ISO 9001 and/or ISO 13485)
  • Exposure to both injection molding and extrusion processes

Key Areas of Responsibility

Equipment Support

  • Perform machine startups, changeovers, and parameter verification for injection molding operations
  • Monitor molding processes to ensure consistent output and compliance with quality standards
  • Diagnose and resolve equipment or part quality issues using structured troubleshooting and scientific molding techniques

Quality & Documentation

  • Complete required production and quality documentation accurately and timely
  • Inspect molded parts to verify conformance to specifications
  • Communicate tooling, equipment, or process concerns to maintenance, engineering, or quality teams

Collaboration & Improvement

  • Support process validation and improvement efforts, including DOE activities, CAPAs, and master process documentation
  • Provide technical input on tooling performance, mold benchmarking, and process capability improvements
  • Assist team members during breaks, absences, or priority production situations to maintain steady operations

Safety & Compliance

  • Maintain clean and organized work areas
  • Follow all applicable safety, GMP, and PPE requirements
  • Support a safe and reliable second-shift manufacturing operation