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Plastic Inspector Jobs in Milwaukee, WI (NOW HIRING)

EDM Operator

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$20.50 - $27.75/hr

... time. · Ability to inspect machined electrodes utilizing precision measuring equipment or ... of plastic injection molds and tolerances associated with features of molds. · Must be ...

Toolmaker - Mold Repair

Germantown, WI

$27 - $34.75/hr

Trouble-shooting, preventative maintenance, and repair of plastic molds and hot systems. * Daily ... Understand and usage of toolroom inspection equipment as required. * Any other duties as assigned.

Machine Operator

New Berlin, WI · On-site

$19 - $21/hr

Plastics News Processor of the Year -- the industry's highest distinction * Top Workplace by the ... The Line Operator will be responsible for supporting in-line inspection and final packing of our ...

Machine Operator

New Berlin, WI · On-site

$19 - $21/hr

Plastics News Processor of the Year - the industry's highest distinction * Top Workplace by the ... The Line Operator will be responsible for supporting in-line inspection and final packing of our ...

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How much do plastic inspector jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for plastic inspector in Milwaukee, WI is $26.95, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.22 and $31.01 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Plastic Inspector vs Plastic Quality Control Technician?

AspectPlastic InspectorPlastic Quality Control Technician
CertificationsOften requires quality inspection certificationsTypically holds quality assurance or inspection certifications
Work EnvironmentManufacturing plants, quality labsManufacturing facilities, quality assurance departments
Job FocusInspecting plastic products for defects and complianceMonitoring and testing plastic products to ensure quality standards
Employer & IndustryPlastic manufacturing companies, suppliersPlastic production plants, quality control firms

Both roles focus on ensuring plastic products meet quality standards, but Plastic Inspectors primarily perform visual and dimensional inspections, while Plastic Quality Control Technicians conduct testing and analysis to verify quality. The roles often overlap, with the main difference being the scope of responsibilities and specific testing procedures.

Infographic showing various Plastic Inspector job openings in Milwaukee, WI as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 74% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 14% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $56,065 per year, or $27 per hour.

Mold & Tool Maker (2nd or 3rd Shift)

Mukwonago, WI

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 23 days ago


Job description

Job Description:
As a Journeyman Mold & Tool Maker, you would work primarily on plastic injection molds, with other tooling and fixture work as needed. The primary duty is to utilize tool and die making skills to contribute to manufacturing improvements in both existing manufacturing processes and new products. This position will interact with operations, engineering and process technicians to construct, alter, fit and repair tooling from both the plastic injection molding processes.
You'll be DISRUPTIVE through these duties and responsibilities:
  • Verify dimensions, alignments, and clearances of mold components for conformance to specifications, using measuring instruments such as calipers, gauge blocks, micrometers, and dial indicators.
  • Study blueprints, sketches, and models to repair or fabricate tools and dies
  • Ability to troubleshoot production and prototype tooling
  • Mold cavity and insert changes as needed to support production schedule.
  • Set up and operate conventional or CNC machine shop equipment such as lathes, milling machines, and grinders
  • Inspect tooling for production readiness
  • Fit and assemble parts to make, repair, or modify dies, jigs, gauges, and tools, using machine tools and hand tools.
  • Participating in tryouts with completed tools to ensure that parts meet specifications, adjusting as necessary.
  • Record work and repair history of tooling in the electronic maintenance system
  • Perform and develop effective preventive maintenance systems of plastic molds and stamping dies
  • Build and modify spare parts as needed, and give accurate time estimates of repairs
  • Identify continuous improvement opportunities and work in a self-directed manner to implement projects and optimize production processes

The TOOLS you'll bring with you:
  • Possess expert-level experience in troubleshooting tooling
  • 5 years' experience with Injection Molding repair, engineering changes and new builds
  • Journey Mold (Tool and Die) Maker
  • Experience with aluminum stamping and machining a plus
  • Must be able to communicate technical status to the engineering or operations team.
  • Experience with SolidWorks or NX is a plus
  • Experience with Master CAM or Solidworks CAM is a plus

We provide these great perks and benefits:
  • Robust health, dental and vision insurance plans
  • Generous 401 (K) savings plan
  • Education assistance
  • On-site wellness, fitness center, food, and coffee service
  • And many more, check out our benefits site HERE.

Milwaukee Tool is an equal opportunity employer.