Automotive Soft-Trim Operator — Precision Injection Molding

Standex Engraving Group; Fraser (MI); On-site; USD 33,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Standex Engraving Group in Fraser, MI seeks a Machine Operator to operate and monitor automated equipment in a state-of-the-art automotive interior soft trim and plastic injection molding facility.

You will ensure machines run efficiently and safely, producing high-quality molded parts that meet customer and automotive standards, with opportunities to support mold changes and tooling adjustments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years operating soft trim equipment and/or injection molding machines within automotive industry (or similar environment)
• Experience reading work instructions and basic engineering drawings.
• Ability to operate forklift.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor specialized machinery to meet production schedules and specifications.
• Inspect production parts for dimensional accuracy, surface finish, and conformance to automotive quality standards.
• Record production data, quantities produced, scrap, and machine parameters accurately.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance, cleaning, and basic troubleshooting to minimize downtime.
• Assist with mold changes, machine setup, and tooling adjustments.
• Wrap, protect, label, and package finished parts according to customer and shipping requirements.
• Follow SOPs and safety protocols
• Maintain a clean, organized workstation and support 5S and lean manufacturing initiatives.
• Communicate production issues, quality concerns, and improvement opportunities to supervision.
• Work independently with minimal supervision; demonstrate initiative to improve efficiency and quality.
• Adheres consistently to attendance/punctuality, safety, and other company policies

Skills

Self-starter

Attention to detail

Safety-minded

Forklift operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Injection molding equipment

Robotic equipment

Job description

Standex Engraving Group in Fraser, MI seeks a Machine Operator to operate and monitor automated equipment in a state-of-the-art automotive interior soft trim and plastic injection molding facility.

You will ensure machines run efficiently and safely, producing high-quality molded parts that meet customer and automotive standards, with opportunities to support mold changes and tooling adjustments.