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Senior Injection Moulding Operator Jobs in Michigan

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Injection Molding Process Technician II

Rockford, MI · On-site

$21.25 - $25.50/hr

... operators in their duties • Create repeatable documented processes using scientific molding ... plastic injection molding with strong mechanical aptitude required • RJG Master Molder ...

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What is the difference between Senior Injection Moulding Operator vs Injection Moulding Technician?

AspectSenior Injection Moulding OperatorInjection Moulding Technician
CertificationsTypically requires certifications in machine operation and safetySimilar certifications, often including technical diplomas or vocational training
Work EnvironmentManufacturing plants, operating and overseeing moulding machinesManufacturing settings, focusing on machine setup, maintenance, and troubleshooting
ResponsibilitiesSupervises production, ensures quality, and may train staffPerforms machine setup, maintenance, and quality checks

While both roles work in injection moulding, the Senior Injection Moulding Operator often supervises production and oversees quality, whereas the Injection Moulding Technician focuses on machine setup and maintenance. Both roles require similar certifications and work in manufacturing environments, but their responsibilities differ in scope and focus.

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Injection Molding Mold Technician

MMI Injection Molding

Saline, MI • On-site

$21 - $23/hr

Other

Posted 10 days ago

Job description

MMI Engineered Solutionsis growing and looking for a driven **Mold Technician **to join our team at our plastic injection molding facility in Saline, Michigan. The Mold Setter is responsible for setting molds using established processes, and supporting daily injection molding operations to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality production.

This role works closely with the Shift Supervisor, Process Technicians, Material Handlers, and Operators to complete mold setups, startups, shutdowns, and troubleshooting activities while maintaining process standards and production schedule

Schedule Options:

A Shift: Monday through Wednesday 6:00am-12:15pm, and alternating Thursday/Friday or Saturday/Sunday 6:00am-6:15pm.

B Shift: Monday through Wednesday 12:00pm-6:15pm, and alternating Thursday/Friday or Saturday/Sunday 6:00am-6:15pm.

D Shift: Monday through Wednesday 12:00am-6:15am, and alternating Thursday/Friday or Saturday/Sunday 6:00pm-6:15am.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform mold setups and changeovers according to established process guidelines and production scheduled.

  • Prepare and stage molds, thermolators, DME units, hoses, hydraulic units, fixtures, gauges, and related equipment required for mold setups.

  • Follow all safety procedures, including Lock-Out/Tag-Out, during mold installation

  • Review setup documentation, quality books, process sheets, and work instructions prior to mold installation and startup.

  • Coordinate with the Shift Supervisor and Material Hnadler to support production schedules and ensure work centers are prepared for upcoming jobs.

  • Tear down molds after production runs and properly store molds and auxiliary equipment.

  • Identify and communicate any mold quality or safety concerns before and during installation

Qualifications

  • 2–5 years of plastic injection molding and mold setup experience

  • Experience performing mold changes in a manufacturing environment

  • Material Technician experience preferred

  • Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills

  • Ability to read and follow technical instructions and setup documentation

  • Forklift and overhead crane experience preferred

  • Good teamwork, communication, and time management skills

  • Basic computer skills (spreadsheets, work instructions, etc.)

Work Environment

  • Ability to work in manufacturing environment, standing for 8 or more hours per day in an environment that may be noisy, hot, and messy.

  • Ability to lift items up to 50lbs

  • Abilit to reach, bend, twist, climb

  • Ability to lift and move tooling and setup equipment safely.

You should be proficient in:

  • Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
  • Injection Molding Experience
  • Tool/Die/Mold Setup Experience

Machines & technologies you'll use:

  • Injection Molding Machine (Nissei)
  • Overhead Crane
  • Forklifts