Injection Molding Operator - 12-Hour Shift & Safety

Southeastern Container, Inc.; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Southeastern Container, Inc. is seeking an Injection Machine Operator in Winchester, VA to run and monitor injection molding lines and crane systems. You will perform start/stop, changeovers, quality checks, and routine maintenance to ensure product conformity and process reliability.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, ability to read instructions, basic math, mechanical aptitude, and strong safety awareness. Must be willing to work a 12-hour shift with overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent work experience.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow work instructions, safety rules, and schedules.
• Basic math skills for production and scrap documentation.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and ability to learn equipment.
• Ability to distinguish product, resin, and color requirements and perform changeovers.
• Clear communication and teamwork with teams and supervision.
• Willingness to work a 12-hour shift with overtime, weekends, and holidays.
• Commitment to PPE, lockout/tagout, and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Safely start, stop, set up, and operate injection molding machines and crane systems.
• Monitor equipment, process, and output to meet quality specifications.
• Perform material and product changeovers as scheduled by Production.
• Conduct visual and technical quality tests on preforms and report deviations.
• Maintain documentation, scrap tags, and maintenance reports.
• Participate in safety meetings and shift handoffs; follow all safety procedures.
• Troubleshoot minor issues and calibrate equipment per procedure.
• Assist with cleaning, preventative maintenance, and equipment upkeep.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Reading instructions

Basic math

Communication

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Computer use

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Injection molding equipment

Cranes

Electronic reporting systems

Job description

Southeastern Container, Inc. is seeking an Injection Machine Operator in Winchester, VA to run and monitor injection molding lines and crane systems. You will perform start/stop, changeovers, quality checks, and routine maintenance to ensure product conformity and process reliability.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, ability to read instructions, basic math, mechanical aptitude, and strong safety awareness. Must be willing to work a 12-hour shift with overtime as needed.