Injection Molding Setup Technician

ManpowerGroup; Chaska (MN); On-site; USD 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Tuition assistance

Weekly pay

Job summary

ManpowerGroup is seeking an Injection Molding Setup Technician in Chaska, MN. You will set up presses, install molds, and execute machine startups for production runs, ensuring quality and efficiency on a fast-paced shop floor.

The role requires 3+ years in injection molding or related manufacturing, strong troubleshooting, and familiarity with molds, presses, robots, and auxiliary equipment. Competitive pay and a $10,000 sign-on bonus are offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3+ years of injection molding setup, process technician, mold setter, or related manufacturing experience preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with molds, presses, robots, thermolators, temperature controllers, or auxiliary equipment.
• Ability to use hand tools, precision measuring devices, and mechanical equipment safely.
• Basic computer skills and data entry experience.
• SAP experience is a plus.
• Familiarity with ISO, Lean Manufacturing, 6S, or Kaizen principles is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up and prepare injection molding presses for production runs.
• Install and remove molds, tooling, and auxiliary equipment.
• Perform machine startups and adjust processing parameters to meet quality standards.
• Troubleshoot equipment and process issues to reduce downtime.
• Monitor molded components for visual and dimensional accuracy.
• Complete setup documentation and production records accurately.
• Support daily production goals related to safety, quality, delivery and efficiency.
• Participate in Kaizen/6S and waste reduction initiatives.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, maintenance, and quality teams.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Data entry

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Molds

Presses

Robots

Thermolators

Temperature controllers

Auxiliary equipment

SAP

Job description

Job Title: Injection Molding Setup Technician

Location: Chaska, MN

Pay Range: $32-$38/hr plus Shift Differential

Sign-On Bonus

Are you an experienced Injection Molding Setup Technician looking for a stable career with excellent pay, strong benefits, and opportunities for growth? We are seeking a hands-on manufacturing professional to support injection molding operations by performing mold changes, machine setups, startups, process adjustments, and troubleshooting.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with complex equipment, solving problems, and ensuring quality production in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

What is the Job:

• Set up and prepare injection molding presses for production runs
• Install and remove molds, tooling, and auxiliary equipment
• Perform machine startups and adjust processing parameters to meet quality standards
• Troubleshoot equipment and process issues to reduce downtime
• Monitor molded components for visual and dimensional accuracy
• Complete setup documentation and production records accurately
• Support daily production goals related to safety, quality, delivery, and efficiency
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives such as Kaizen, 6S, and waste reduction projects
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Work closely with manufacturing, engineering, maintenance, and quality teams

What is Needed:

• High school diploma or GED required
• 3+ years of injection molding setup, process technician, mold setter, or related manufacturing experience preferred
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
• Experience working with molds, presses, robots, thermolators, temperature controllers, or auxiliary equipment
• Ability to use hand tools, precision measuring devices, and mechanical equipment safely
• Basic computer skills and data entry experience
• SAP experience is a plus
• Familiarity with ISO, Lean Manufacturing, 6S, or Kaizen principles is preferred

Available Shifts & Pay

1st Shift

• Monday-Friday
• 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM
• $24-$28/hour

2nd Shift

• Monday-Friday
• 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM
• $32-$38/hour
• Additional $1.25/hour shift differential

Compensation & Benefits

• $10,000 sign-on bonus* for eligible candidates
• Annual bonus opportunity
• Paid time off
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with strong company match
• Tuition and education assistance
• Career advancement opportunitiesCollaborative, team-oriented culture

If you have experience with injection molding setups, mold changes, process optimization, and troubleshooting manufacturing equipment, we'd love to speak with you.

Why should you choose Manpower?

• Free training to upgrade your skills, including a free college tuition program
• Medical, dental, vision, 401k
• Weekly pay with direct deposit
• 24/7 Manpower customer care support
• Dedicated Career Partner to help you achieve your career goals
• Voted #1 best places to work by Glassdoor 2021

ManpowerGroup recognizes the importance of providing an accessible and barrier-free environment. We are committed to creating a welcoming, fair and inclusive environment by offering equal opportunity to access our services. At ManpowerGroup, we are committed to providing accommodations, and will work with you to meet your needs.

ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.