Plastic Injection Machine Operator Jobs in Minnesota

Job Title: Medical Plastics Assembler

6am – 6pm schedule, rotating. $18 M – F and $19 on weekend days. pattern of two days on, two days off, three days on, two days off, providing a predictable shift structure in a high-volume production setting.

Job Description

This role focuses on assembling medical-grade plastic components in a high-volume, clean-room regulated environment. You will load needle inserts into plastic injection molds, inspect parts for quality, and complete necessary documentation to support consistent, high-quality production. The position involves both sitting and standing throughout the shift and requires strong fine motor skills to handle very small parts safely and accurately.

Responsibilities

• Load needle inserts into plastic injection molds by carefully positioning the eye of a needle over metal tabs or into designated holes.
• Operate plastic injection machines and related equipment in a high-volume production environment.
• Remove finished parts from machines and perform visual and tactile inspections to ensure quality standards are met.
• Sort small plastic components accurately and efficiently according to production requirements.
• Label parts, containers, and packaging accurately to maintain clear traceability and inventory control.
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Essential Skills

• Solid fine motor skills with the ability to work precisely with tiny parts.
• Comfort working in a high-volume production or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to operate basic production or manufacturing machinery and follow standard operating procedures.
• Capability to sort parts and components accurately and consistently.
• Willingness and physical ability to sit and stand for extended periods depending on machine assignment.

Work Environment

The role is based in a medical components plastics division operating in a clean-room regulated facility. You will work around industrial plastic injection molding machinery in one of the most ventilated molding shops in the area, where the air may carry a light plastic resin smell. The environment is relaxed but very quality focused, with a strong emphasis on cleanliness and adherence to clean-room protocols. You will rotate across different machines and workstations, with some assignments requiring more standing and others more sitting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of vadnais heights, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $19.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in vadnais heights,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 26, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.