Plastic Injection Mold Machine Operator Jobs in Fort Worth, TX

Injection Molding Process Technician III - Night Shift (7:00PM - 7:00AM) $39.00/hr. + $1.00/hr Shift Differential

Who we are looking for:

We are currently searching for an Injection Molding Process Technician III to be based out of Dallas, TX.  Reporting to the Molding Production Manager, the primary focus of this role is to operate and maintain injection molding machines and ensuring the implementation of scientific molding process to produce high-quality plastic parts.

The ideal candidate will have minimum three (3) years of experience in thermoplastics injection molding with minimum of high school degree or GED equivalent.

What you’ll do:

• Operation of Injection Molding Machine & Associated Equipment
• Performs all Tech I and II responsibilities with expert proficiency.
• Leads complex mold, tooling, automation, and EOAT setups.
• Programs robotics including path development, sequence logic, and optimization.
• Integrates automation with molding processes for cycle‑time and quality gains.
• Molding Processing & Production of High-Quality Plastic Parts
• Serves as technical authority on molding processes and scientific molding.
• Develops, validates, and protects robust, decoupled processes.
• Leads complex startups, process recoveries, and system‑level improvements.
• Partners with Engineering on tooling, process design, and automation strategy.
• Ability to support NPD, NPI, and NTQ processes from building a decoupled process to validating to part specs.
• Must have experience with production startup including FAI approval processes.
• Quality & Production Documentation
• Ensures process, automation, and system documentation is accurate and complete.
• Develops or improves documentation standards, setup sheets, and automation instructions.
• Provides detailed analysis and reporting on systemic issues and process capability.
• Troubleshooting
• Leads troubleshooting of the most complex molding and automation problems.
• Resolves issues involving material behavior, tooling wear, machine variation, and automation logic.
• Uses data‑driven diagnostics (pressure curves, shot data, cavity balance, decoupled process analysis).
• Prevents recurrence by eliminating root causes and reinforcing standards.
• Cultural Fit
• Strong self‑starter who models initiative, professionalism, and accountability.
• Positively influences culture through coaching and leading by example.
• Embodies continuous improvement; uses lean at a system level to eliminate recurring waste.
• Supports learning, adaptability, and cross‑team collaboration

What you'll bring:

• Minimum high school graduate or GED equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a process technician in thermoplastic injection molding is required.
• Scientific injection molding experience, RJG certification preferred.
• Medical and automotive molding experience is a plus.
• Advanced ability to read, implement, and apply blueprints, standard documents, & technical documents to ensure accurate production.
• Comprehensive knowledge of equipment (injection molding machine, robotics, assembly cells).
• Demonstrated ability to lead and work cross-functionally and demonstrated skill in setting molds, working with mold setter, tool tech, quality, shipping, and maintenance.
• Operate forklift and Crane to do mold changes as well as move and organize molds.
• Strong attention to details.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.

Within 3 months, you’ll:

• Complete hourly immersion and any required training.
• Have a good understanding of our Safety Culture.
• Have developed relationships with the key stakeholders for this role.
• Be well-versed in Atkore’s Business System and the importance of your role to daily operations.

Who we are:

Atkore is a five-time recipient of a Great Place to Work© certification and a three-time Top Workplaces USA award! We’re committed to creating an engaged and aligned workforce that drives collaborative culture. Our team strives for breakthrough results, stays focused on being standout leaders, and fully supports decisions of the Company. We consistently live the Atkore mission, strategic priorities, and behaviors, all in a way that’s consistent with our core values. 

Join our team and align yourself with an industry leader!

As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay for this position is $39.00/hr. Placement in the range depends on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, relevant experience, skills, seniority, performance, shift, travel requirements, and business or organizational needs and may change over time. Other compensation may include, but not limited to, overtime, shift differentials, bonuses, commissions, stock, and other incentives.

Benefits available include:

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• 401k
• Paid Time Off
• Paid holidays
• Any leave required under federal, state, or local law

Benefits are subject to vesting and eligibility requirements.

Applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis.