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3DP Machine Lab Technician - DMLS

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$20 - $24/hr

Be yourself at Protolabs Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply ... Complete raw material handling processes as needed to ensure raw materials inventories are at the ...

Protolabs

3DP Machine Lab Technician - DMLS

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$20 - $24/hr

Be yourself at Protolabs Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply ... Complete raw material handling processes as needed to ensure raw materials inventories are at the ...

Protolabs

3DP Machine Lab Technician - DMLS

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$20 - $24/hr

Be yourself at Protolabs Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply ... Complete raw material handling processes as needed to ensure raw materials inventories are at the ...

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Maintenance Technician

Nashua, NH · On-site

$26 - $32/hr

Be yourself at Protolabs Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply ... Continually seek to improve processes * Comply with all company quality and safety standards

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Maintenance Technician

Nashua, NH

$26 - $32/hr

Be yourself at Protolabs Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply ... Continually seek to improve processes * Comply with all company quality and safety standards

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Maintenance Technician II

Brooklyn Park, MN · On-site

$26.83 - $36/hr

Be yourself at Protolabs Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply ... Continually seek to improve processes * Comply with all company quality and safety standards

Protolabs

Maintenance Technician II

Brooklyn Park, MN · On-site

$26.83 - $36/hr

Be yourself at Protolabs Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply ... Continually seek to improve processes * Comply with all company quality and safety standards

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Maintenance Technician

Plymouth, MN · On-site

$26.83 - $36.83/hr

Be yourself at Protolabs Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply ... Continually seek to improve processes * Comply with all company quality and safety standards

Protolabs

Maintenance Technician

Nashua, NH · On-site

$26 - $32/hr

Be yourself at Protolabs Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply ... Continually seek to improve processes * Comply with all company quality and safety standards

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Quality Supervisor

Rosemount, MN · On-site

$80K - $107K/yr

Be yourself at Protolabs Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply ... Lead inspectors and technicians in visual and dimensional inspection processes. * Oversee daily ...

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Quality Supervisor

Rosemount, MN

Lead inspectors and technicians in visual and dimensional inspection processes. * Oversee daily ... Protolabs offers a competitive total rewards package, and compensation mix vary based on position ...

Protolabs

Quality Supervisor

Rosemount, MN · On-site

$80K - $107K/yr

Be yourself at Protolabs Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply ... Lead inspectors and technicians in visual and dimensional inspection processes. * Oversee daily ...

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Do workers at Protolabs get paid breaks?

Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
100% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 18 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Does Protolabs pay people when they’re sick?

Yes. Most people get paid when they’re sick.
79% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

At Protolabs, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Only some people have separate paid time off for sick days and vacation.
53% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 17 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and June 2026.

Is the health insurance from Protolabs affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
100% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 17 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and June 2026.

Do people get paid time off at Protolabs?

Most people get paid time off work.
100% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 17 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and June 2026.

Do workers at Protolabs worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
91% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and August 2025.

Do Protolabs workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Most people get to choose which shifts they work.
75% report that they have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 8 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and August 2025.

How easy is it for Protolabs workers to change shifts?

Most people find it easy to change shifts.
100% of people report that it’s easy to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and August 2025.

How easy is it to get time off at Protolabs?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
96% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 23 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Do Protolabs managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
100% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and August 2025.

Do jobs at Protolabs spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
0% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and August 2025.

How easy is it to take sick days at Protolabs?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
92% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Is working at Protolabs good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Most parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
100% of people who care for a child or other relative report this is a good place to work.
Based on data from 8 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and April 2026.

Do people at Protolabs feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
100% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Do people at Protolabs get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
81% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 21 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Is it stressful to work at Protolabs?

Some people feel stressed here.
43% of people say they often feel stressed at work.
Based on data from 23 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Do people at Protolabs enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
88% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 17 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Do people at Protolabs recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
46% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at Protolabs?

Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
42% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 19 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Do people get support to advance at Protolabs?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 36% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 22 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Do people think Protolabs’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
91% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 22 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how Protolabs is doing?

Most people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
72% of people feel that they are kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 18 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

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Mold Process Technician SIGN ON BONUS

Protolabs

Plymouth, MN

$30.38 - $41/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 14 days ago

Protolabs rating

9.1

Company rating: 9.1 out of 10

Based on 24 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

2nd of 84 rated plastic manufacturers

Job description

Be yourself at Protolabs 
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification.  We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to building a diverse team that feels they are valued in the workplace.  So do you feel you do not meet every single requirement but still intrigued? We encourage you to still apply!  You can help make our company even better.  We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, age, mental or physical ability, or any way you represent yourself.  We strongly believe diversity makes for more successful teams. 
 
Why Protolabs? 
We are the leaders in digital manufacturing.  We hire doers, makers, and creative thinkers who tackle our roles with an entrepreneurial spirit.  Our culture is centered around meaningful work that brings new and innovative products to market at unprecedented speeds.  We are a diverse team that comes from all walks of life and take pride in our team who is smart, genuine, humble, and passionate about what we do.  It’s our people who fuel our creativity and make our culture feel like home. 

Join our team as a Mold Process Technician! SIGN ON BONUS $2000
 
As a Mold Process Technician at Protolabs, you’ll play a hands-on role in bringing high-quality parts to life through advanced injection molding. You’ll set up, monitor, and fine-tune processes to ensure consistent, efficient production—using your technical expertise to troubleshoot challenges, improve cycle times, and reduce waste. In this dynamic, fast-paced environment, your contributions will directly impact product quality, operational performance, and customer satisfaction, all while upholding strong safety and quality standards.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys problem-solving, continuous improvement, and working with cutting-edge manufacturing technology.

Weekend Night Shift:
Thursday: 12a-6a
Friday and Saturday: 6p-6a
Sunday: 8p-6a
 
Shift differential $3.40/hour 
What you will do
  • Proficiently set up and start up molds using decoupled / scientific molding practices.
    • Load material into the machine hopper
  • Inspect molds for correct set up and check to ensure proper materials are at the press prior to start.
  • Set-up and start UR robots including auto spray, clipper and grid placement.
Sample molds: 
    • Develop machine operating parameters to process parts to specifications. 
    • Perform thorough part inspections to ensure part specifications are met.
    • Accurately record process specifications onto cycle sheets.
    • Record current and appropriate documentation in mold files.
Production molds: 
    • Set-up machine operating parameters from established cycle sheets.
    • Process parts to specifications per best practices and procedures.
    • Perform measurement of required dimensions.
    • Ensure presses are running correct cycle time and match what is documented.
 
  • Request, evaluate and monitor mold modifications and repair through the rework system.
  • Troubleshoot and correct problems related to mold cycling and mold function in the press.
  • Suggest or perform corrective actions to correct quality problems.
  • Investigate new materials and determine molding parameters.
  • Maintain clean and organized work area with emphasis on safety, quality, efficiency, and utilization.
  • Continually seek to improve work processes and individual performance.
  • Adhere to all quality and safety standards within the department.
  • Adhere to all company policies and operational procedures.
  • Perform additional tasks as assigned.
What it takes
  • 2 year technical degree/ tech certification in related field, or 5 years of related experience.
  • Experience adjusting process parameters to correct cosmetic and dimensional defects in plastic injection molded parts.
  • Knowledge and application of decoupled molding techniques and engineering grade resins.
  • Understanding of machine process control, and Molding technology.
  • Processing of wide range of engineering resins.
  • Able to be licensed to operate material handling equipment (forklift, pallet jack, overhead crane hoist, etc.) – we will train.
  • Able to safely operate hand held and stationary power tools.
  • Able to work safely with sharp and heavy objects (e.g., utility knives, aluminum blocks).
  • Able to use measuring instruments such as scales, calipers, dial indicators.
  • Able to use a computer and calculator. Able to read and write in English, and do basic arithmetic.
  • Able to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented work environment.
  • Must be punctual and have good attendance.
Bonus to have
  • Previous experience in a plastics manufacturing environment, e.g., processing, setups.
What is in it for you?!
  • We offer a competitive salary
  • In addition, we offer amazing benefits including but not limited to:
    • Health Insurance: Traditional OR High Deductible plan
    • Flexible Spending Accounts
    • Health Savings Account (including employer contributions)
    • Dental and Vision
    • Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
    • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
  • Paid caregiver leave
  • You will receive 3 weeks of PTO + Holiday Pay + Wellness Hours + Volunteer Hours
  • 401k with company match and immediate vest
  • Employee Stock Purchase Program at a 15% discounted rate
  • Matching grants through Protolabs foundation
  • And More!
Protolabs offers a competitive total rewards package, and compensation mix vary based on position, such as base wage, as well as other earnings including incentives and commissions. Actual pay offered will vary depending on multiple factors which may include, without limitation, job function, work experience, specialized skills, training, education, and certifications. 
Proto Labs maintains ITAR-compliant operations in all of our United States based facilities.  Due to ITAR regulations, this role is only open to U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents (green card holders) or foreign nationals granted refugee or asylee status.  Individuals with temporary visas (e.g. E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, TN or OPT) are not eligible for hire in this role.
 
Proto Labs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer
 
Physical Demands:
While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to sit; use a computer keyboard, monitor and mouse, telephone and printer; reach with hands, and arms, talk, see and hear.  The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, stoop or kneel and must be able to lift and/or move up to 50+ pounds. 
 
Work Environment:
Indoors (A/C); nonsmoking; the majority of this job function is performed in a manufacturing area exposed to machinery and noise; with eye protection and safety shoes required. Occasionally works in outside weather conditions. Occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.
  
 

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