Injection Molding Operator - Shift Differential & Benefits

The Hammitt Group; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Shift differentials

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

The Hammitt Group is partnering with a well-established plastics manufacturer in the Dallas–Fort Worth area to hire Injection Molding Operators. This role safely operates injection molding machines, inspects parts, and maintains consistent production and quality standards in a fast-paced environment.

This hands-on production position offers 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts with competitive pay and shift differentials based on experience.

Qualifications

• Ability to stand for long periods and perform repetitive tasks.
• Basic math and measurement skills.
• Ability to read work instructions and quality standards.
• Strong attention to detail and reliability.
• Willingness to work overtime or off-shifts as needed.
• Injection molding experience
• Experience in plastics manufacturing (automotive, medical, packaging, or consumer goods)
• Familiarity with basic quality inspection tools (calipers, gauges)
• Experience working in ISO or IATF-certified environments

Responsibilities

• Operate injection molding presses according to standard work instructions
• Load/unload parts and monitor automated or semi-automated equipment
• Perform visual and dimensional inspections of molded parts
• Identify defects such as flash, short shots, sinks, or warpage
• Record production counts, scrap, and downtime accurately
• Package finished parts per customer and quality requirements
• Maintain a clean and organized work area (5S standards)
• Follow all safety, quality, and environmental procedures
• Communicate issues to supervisors or process technicians promptly

Skills

Standing for long periods

Basic math

Reading work instructions

Attention to detail

Reliability

Overtime availability

Injection molding experience

ISO/IATF environments

Tools

Calipers

Gauges

Job description

The Hammitt Group is partnering with a well-established plastics manufacturer in the Dallas–Fort Worth area to hire Injection Molding Operators. This role safely operates injection molding machines, inspects parts, and maintains consistent production and quality standards in a fast-paced environment.

This hands-on production position offers 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts with competitive pay and shift differentials based on experience.