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Plastic Injection Molding Setup Technician Jobs

Honor Plastics & Molding

Setup Technician

Pomona, CA · On-site

$24.50 - $25/hr

Setup Technician will follow safety and setup procedures to ensure molds are safely set up. Duties ... Follows work orders, blueprints, and programming folders to set up plastic injection molding ...

Honor Plastics & Molding

Setup Technician

Pomona, CA

$24.50 - $25/hr

Setup Technician will follow safety and setup procedures to ensure molds are safely set up. Duties ... Follows work orders, blueprints, and programming folders to set up plastic injection molding ...

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How much do plastic injection molding setup technician jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for plastic injection molding setup technician in the United States is $24.94, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.15 and $28.37 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Plastic Injection Molding Setup Technician vs Plastic Injection Molding Operator?

AspectPlastic Injection Molding Setup TechnicianPlastic Injection Molding Operator
ResponsibilitiesSets up, adjusts, and troubleshoots injection molding machines, ensuring proper operation and qualityOperates injection molding machines to produce parts according to specifications
Skills & CertificationsTechnical knowledge of machinery, troubleshooting skills, certifications in machine operationBasic understanding of machine operation, may require on-the-job training
Work EnvironmentWork in manufacturing settings, often involved in machine setup and maintenanceWork on the production line, monitoring ongoing machine operation

The main difference is that the Plastic Injection Molding Setup Technician is responsible for preparing and maintaining the machines before production, while the Operator runs the machines during production. The Setup Technician requires more technical skills and troubleshooting knowledge, whereas the Operator focuses on running the equipment efficiently.

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Infographic showing various Plastic Injection Molding Setup Technician job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $51,874 per year, or $24.9 per hour.

2ns Shift - Injection Molding Setup Technician

Elkhart, IN

Workbox Staffing
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$20/hr

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Job description

Injection Molding Setup Technician 

Location: Elkhart, IN
Shift: 2nd Shift – M-Th: 1:00pm-10:00pm, F: 1:00pm-5:00pm
Pay: Starting at $20.00 per hour, with higher wages available based on experience, technical skill level, and injection molding expertise. 

Job Summary 

Are you a mechanically inclined individual looking to grow your career in plastics manufacturing? We're seeking an Injection Molding Setup Technician to join our team in Elkhart, IN. In this role, you'll play a vital part in keeping production running efficiently by performing mold changeovers, troubleshooting equipment, and ensuring injection molding machines consistently produce high-quality parts. If you enjoy working with machinery, solving mechanical problems, and learning new technical skills, we encourage you to apply. 

What You'll Be Doing 

As an Injection Molding Setup Technician, your core responsibilities will include: 

Machine Setup & Changeovers: Install molds and inserts, perform mold and tool changeovers according to production schedules, and prepare machines for efficient production runs. 

Equipment Maintenance & Troubleshooting: Monitor machine performance, respond to alarms, troubleshoot equipment and part defects, perform preventative maintenance, and maintain dryers, grinders, hoppers, filters, and other support equipment. 

Material Preparation & Production Support: Prepare and mix raw materials, safely transport molds and materials using a forklift, maintain proper tooling and equipment organization, communicate with production and Quality teams, and support daily production goals while following all company safety and quality standards. 

In addition, you will also be expected to identify equipment concerns, report maintenance needs, maintain a clean and organized work area, and assist with continuous improvement initiatives. 

What We're Looking For 

To be successful in this role, you should have the following: 

Qualifications: 

  • Previous experience in injection molding or plastics manufacturing preferred  

Experience performing mold changes, machine setups, and equipment troubleshooting  

  • Must be mechanically inclined with a strong interest in working on manufacturing equipment  

  • Candidates with excellent mechanical aptitude are strongly encouraged to apply  

  • Forklift operation is required for this position. Previous forklift experience is preferred, but employer-provided training and certification are available for qualified candidates.  

  • Ability to follow production schedules and work instructions  

  • Strong communication and teamwork skills