2nd Shift Plastics Injection Molding Technician

Kelly Services; Hudson (NH); On-site; USD 41,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Telemedicine

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Retirement savings plan

Holiday pay

Job summary

Kelly Services in Hudson, NH is seeking a Plastics Injection Molding Technician for 2nd shift (3:00pm-11:30pm) on a direct hire basis. Pay rate is $30–$34/hr, with on-boarding training on 1st shift for 1–2 weeks.

The role involves setting up and running injection molding machines, mold changes, equipment connections, and process adjustments to meet production goals. Strong emphasis on safety and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience changing molds in an injection molding environment.
• Basic understanding of injection molding process and material handling.
• Experience with press shutdown/startup and identifying molding defects.
• Experience with automation used in injection molding.
• Setting up auxiliary and press-side secondary equipment.

Responsibilities

• Setting up and running injection molding machines for production of plastic components.
• Removing and installing molds, aligning equipment, connecting water, hydraulics, and air feeds.
• Adjusting machine settings, performing lockout procedures, and purging material as needed.
• Completing tool change reports and production logs accurately.
• Troubleshooting equipment and optimizing processing parameters.
• Providing technical guidance and hands-on support to operators.
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and organized work environment and adhering to procedures.
• Contributing to continuous improvement focused on cycle time and setup reduction.

Skills

Injection molding

Machine setup

Forklift operation

Safety compliance

Tools

Overhead cranes

Forklifts

Pallet jacks

Job description

At Kelly we’re passionate about helping you find a job that works for you. How about this one? We’re seeking a Plastics Injection Molding Technician to work at a premier manufacturing client in Hudson, NH. With us, it’s all about finding the job that’s just right.

Direct Hire

Hudson, NH

2nd Shift, 3:00pm-11:30pm (Monday-Friday)

** - Training on 1st shift for 1-2 weeks**

Pay Rate: $30–$34/hr

What’s a typical day as a Plastics Injection Molding Technician? You’ll be:

• Setting up and running injection molding machines for efficient production of plastic molded components.
• Removing and installing molds, positioning and aligning equipment, and connecting water, hydraulics, and air feeds as required.
• Adjusting machine control settings, performing proper lockout procedures for shutdowns, and purging material as needed.
• Completing required documentation such as tool change reports and production logs accurately and promptly.
• Troubleshooting equipment, fine‑tuning processing parameters, and resolving molding or equipment‑related issues.
• Supporting production operators with technical guidance and hands‑on assistance.
• Maintaining a clean and organized work environment and adhering to all safety, quality, and operational procedures.
• Contributing to continuous improvement efforts focused on cycle time and setup reduction.

This job might be an outstanding fit if you:

• Have a minimum of 1-3 years of experience changing molds in an injection molding environment.
• Possess a basic understanding of the injection molding process and material handling.
• Have experience with press shutdown/startup, identifying molding defects, and automation used in injection molding.
• Are skilled in setting up auxiliary and press‑side secondary equipment.
• Are proficient in using overhead cranes, portable gantries, powered pallet jacks, and forklifts.
• Demonstrate strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to multi‑task and adjust priorities.
• Communicate effectively with team members and leadership at all levels.
• Can work independently under minimal supervision with a focus on meeting production goals and customer requirements.
• Are a team player who values safety and continuous improvement.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work‑related resources. Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type.

• Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short‑term disability.
• As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account.
• In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.