Injection Line Operator

Vanwerted; Van Wert (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Vanwerted in Van Wert, Ohio is seeking an Injection Molding Operator to set up and operate machines according to production specifications. Responsibilities include monitoring machine performance, ensuring quality, and conducting regular inspections.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, technical training in plastics, and experience in injection molding. The position offers competitive, experience-based salary plus health and retirement benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical training in plastics or injection molding is a plus.
• Previous experience in operating injection molding equipment preferred.
• Knowledge of plastics processing, molds, and production environments is valued.
• Physical ability to handle materials and stand for extended periods.
• Capability to work in 12-hour shifts.
• Basic computer skills for logging production, quality, and process data.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate injection molding machines according to production specifications.
• Monitor machine performance and process parameters, adjusting settings when required.
• Ensure molds, tools, and materials are correctly prepared for operation.
• Start, stop, and monitor production cycles, ensuring compliance with defined conditions.
• Conduct regular inspections of the injection molding process.
• Support mold changes, material changes, and production changeovers.

Skills

Injection molding operation

Machine performance monitoring

Problem-solving skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical training in plastics or injection molding

Job description

Summary

• Set up and operate injection molding machines according to production specifications, work instructions, and production planning.
• Monitor machine performance and process parameters, adjusting settings when required to maintain product quality and production output.
• Ensure molds, tools, raw materials, and auxiliary equipment are correctly prepared and available for smooth operation.
• Start, stop, and monitor production cycles, ensuring stable operation and compliance with defined process conditions.
• Conduct regular inspections of the injection molding process to identify and resolve issues promptly.
• Support mold changes, material changes, and production changeovers, following internal procedures and safety requirements.

Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical training in plastics, injection molding, or manufacturing is a plus.
• Previous experience in operating injection molding equipment preferred.
• Knowledge of plastics processing, molds, and production environments is valued.
• Physical ability to handle materials and stand for extended periods.
• Capability to work in 12-hour shifts.
• Basic computer skills for logging production, quality, and process data.

Salary/Benefits

Competitive, experienced-based salary plus health, retirement, and more.