Injection Molding Operator

Drake Plastics Ltd. Co; Cypress (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Drake Plastics Ltd. Co is seeking a dependable manufacturing team member in Cypress, TX. This role involves operating equipment in a fast-paced environment, focusing on quality and safety. Ideal candidates are eager to learn and grow within the industry.

Responsibilities include cleaning parts, performing quality inspections, and supporting production goals. A high school diploma is required. Candidates must be comfortable with machinery and able to lift up to 50 pounds. Flexibility in shifts is necessary.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Manufacturing or injection molding experience preferred.
• Self-motivated and dependable.

Responsibilities

• Operate injection molding and secondary operation equipment.
• Perform hand cleaning of parts using various tools.
• Complete and document quality inspections at required intervals.
• Maintain cleanliness of work areas before, during, and after shifts.
• Collaborate with Lead Technicians during machine activities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Basic mechanical aptitude

Problem-solving ability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

About Us

Drake is a high‑tech manufacturing company based in Cypress, TX. We proudly serve leading customers in the aircraft, space, energy, semiconductor, defense, and medical sectors, among countless others. We work together in a collaborative, supportive manner. Our employees are valued, empowered, and provided with hands‑on training. As a growing company, we have ongoing opportunities for career development and professional growth. At Drake, customers are our focus, and we build success together.

Position Summary

We are looking for a dependable, hands‑on team member who takes pride in producing high‑quality work in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate is safety‑minded, detail‑oriented, mechanically inclined and motivated to learn and grow within the plastics manufacturing industry. This individual thrives in a production setting, works well with others, and demonstrates a strong work ethic, adaptability and accountability in meeting production and quality expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate injection molding and secondary operation equipment in accordance with production schedules and quality requirements
• Perform hand cleaning of parts using blades, deburring tools, and abrasives
• Complete and document quality inspections at required AQL intervals
• Support daily and weekly production targets while minimizing material loss and downtime
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of work areas before, during, and after each shift
• Collaborate with Lead Technicians during machine set‑up, maintenance and teardown activities
• Work day or night shifts as required by production demands
• Participate in cross‑training and development opportunities to build technical and manufacturing skills

Qualifications & Preferred Traits

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Manufacturing or injection molding experience preferred but not required for motivated candidates willing to learn
• Comfortable working around machinery with strong safety awareness
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality products
• Basic mechanical aptitude and problem‑solving ability
• Self‑motivated, dependable, and eager to develop new skills
• Career‑minded individual seeking long‑term growth in a stable manufacturing environment

Work Environment / Schedule

This position works primarily within climate‑controlled industrial manufacturing facilities and requires standing for extended periods while performing hands‑on production work. Candidates must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Standard schedules may include 8–12‑hour shifts, with flexibility to work 1st, 2nd or 3rd shift based on production needs.

Drake Plastics is a drug‑free workplace. All applicants receiving a conditional offer of employment will be subject to pre‑employment drug screening.