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As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for plastic injection molding process consultant in the United States is $55.83, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $53.61 and $57.69 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Plastic Injection Molding Process Consultant specializes in analyzing, optimizing, and troubleshooting the injection molding process used to manufacture plastic parts. They work with companies to improve product quality, increase production efficiency, and reduce costs by recommending process improvements, training staff, and implementing best practices. Consultants also help with mold design, material selection, and resolving technical issues, ensuring that manufacturing operations run smoothly and efficiently.

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Plastic Injection Molding Process Consultants often encounter challenges such as diagnosing inefficiencies in existing production lines, adapting to a variety of machinery and tooling setups, and aligning process improvements with the client’s quality standards and timelines. Successfully implementing changes requires strong communication skills to collaborate with production staff and management, as well as a deep understanding of material properties and molding parameters. Consultants must also stay updated on the latest technologies and regulatory requirements to provide effective, up-to-date solutions.

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To thrive as a Plastic Injection Molding Process Consultant, you need in-depth knowledge of polymer materials, mold design, process optimization, and a background in engineering or plastics technology. Familiarity with CAD software, scientific molding principles, and quality management systems such as ISO 9001 is typically required, along with relevant certifications like RJG Master Molder. Strong analytical thinking, effective communication, and problem-solving skills help consultants identify issues and communicate solutions to clients and production teams. These skills ensure efficient manufacturing processes, high-quality products, and successful client outcomes in a competitive industry.

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Plastic Injection Molding Process Technician

O Fallon, MO • On-site

Permian Plastics LLC
Plastics Product Manufacturing • 51 - 200 employees
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$23.10 - $30.96/hr

Full-time

Posted 13 days ago

Job description

Description:

Permian Plastics is seeking a Plastic Injection Process Technician to support our injection molding operations in O’Fallon, Missouri. This position is responsible for maintaining stable, efficient molding processes while troubleshooting production issues, improving process performance, and supporting the safe production of quality parts.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Set up, start up, monitor, and adjust injection molding processes to maintain quality, efficiency, and consistent production.
  • Troubleshoot molding defects, process variation, equipment concerns, and production interruptions.
  • Sample new molds and assist in identifying process or tooling refinements necessary to achieve production requirements.
  • Monitor cycle times, scrap rates, and overall process performance and recommend improvements when targets are not being achieved.
  • Optimize molding processes to improve efficiency, reduce scrap, and support production goals.
  • Document optimized processes and maintain accurate process and set-up information, including mold temperatures, water configurations, hot sprue settings, nozzle information, ejector settings, and common processing issues and solutions.
  • Identify tooling, maintenance, material, or equipment concerns and communicate or submit appropriate work requests when issues are identified.
  • Work closely with Production, Quality, Maintenance, and Tooling to resolve manufacturing issues.
  • Provide processing expertise, technical guidance, and support to production employees and leadership.
  • Follow and support all company safety, quality, and operating standards.
  • Identify opportunities for improved equipment, technology, processes, safety, efficiency, and cost reduction.
  • Maintain tools and work areas in a safe and organized condition.
  • As an individual contributor, provide operational guidance and backup support for shift supervision when coverage is needed.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
  •  Minimum of 2 years of experience in plastic injection molding or equivalent demonstrated injection molding experience and technical capability.
  • Working knowledge of injection molding processes, materials, molds, and related production equipment.
  • Ability to troubleshoot molding defects and identify appropriate processing adjustments.
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to read, follow, and accurately document process parameters and production requirements.
  • Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with Production, Quality, Maintenance, Tooling, and leadership.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and respond effectively to changing production priorities.
  • Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification.
  • Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position, including prolonged standing and walking and working with hands and tools above shoulder height.
  • Steel-toe safety shoes or boots are required.

Schedule & Compensation:

Multiple shifts are available.

Pay range: $23.10–$30.96 per hour,(plus shift differential compensation), with starting pay based on relevant injection molding experience, demonstrated technical capability, and qualifications.