Machine Operator

Westfall Technik, LLC; Union City (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary: $17.00-$20.00 per hour

11 Paid Holidays, Sick Pay, Vacation

401K, Employer Match

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, &

Job summary

Westfall Technik is seeking an Injection Molding Machine Operator to inspect and handle molded plastic products in line with quality standards and customer requirements. You will perform quality checks, package and palletize goods, apply product IDs, and maintain production documentation in a GMP environment.

Join a fast-growing plastic injection manufacturing company committed to US-based jobs, with opportunities to collaborate across shift teams, support process improvements, and contribute to

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
• Prior experience in a plastic manufacturing or injection molding environment preferred.
• Ability to read and understand basic work instructions, part diagrams, and safety signage.
• Basic math skills and familiarity with metric and standard measurements.
• Must be a team player and able to work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-process inspections of parts to ensure quality and consistency.
• Sort, trim, cut, and pack finished products according to work instructions and customer specifications.
• Participate in rotation assignments between machines as directed.
• Document production data accurately using provided forms or systems.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of workstations and surrounding areas.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to meet production targets.
• Support training programs for new operators or cross-training activities.
• Follow established troubleshooting procedures and elevate issues when necessary.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support overall production and quality objectives.

Skills

Communication

Presentation

System familiarity

Analytics

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Here at Westfall Technik, we pride ourselves on being a fast growing Plastic Injection Manufacturing Company in the USA and soon Globally. While many companies outsource their work, we believe in keeping our jobs in the US. We currently support over 1,100 employees across 11 facilities in the US, and we are still growing. At our Delta Yimin Technology, we invest in our people. Our overall success is largely contributed to our employees’ skills and talents, that have been impactful and essential to the growth of our business. Here, you’ll get the opportunity to test your knowledge and skills and become a critical player within Westfall. We want you to view your time at Westfall as an investment to your future.

Job Overview

The Injection Molding Machine Operator is responsible for inspecting and handling molded plastic products in accordance with established quality standards and customer requirements. This position performs quality checks, packages and palletizes finished goods, applies product identification labels, and maintains accurate production documentation as required. The Machine Operator is responsible for maintaining a clean and organized work area, complying with site Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and following all safety, quality, and operational procedures to support efficient production and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform in-process inspections of parts to ensure quality and consistency.
• Sort, trim, cut, and pack finished products according to work instructions and customer specifications.

• Participate in rotation assignments between machines as directed.
• Document production data accurately using provided forms or systems.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of workstations and surrounding areas.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to meet production targets.
• Support training programs for new operators or cross-training activities.
• Follow established troubleshooting procedures and elevate issues when necessary.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support overall production and quality objectives.

Other Duties And Responsibilities

• Follow all plant safety procedures, policies, and regulations.
• Comply with applicable quality standards including ISO 9001 and ISO 13485.
• Communicate clearly and effectively with supervisors and peers.
• Assist with identifying opportunities for process improvement or efficiency gains.
• Ensure final products meet or exceed customer expectations for quality and appearance.
• Ability to lift, carry, and move materials and finished products weighing up to 50 pounds periodically throughout the shift.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support safe, efficient, and compliant manufacturing operations.

Specific Skill Set

Communication Clear verbal communication with team and leadership.

Presentation Able to teach and assist others

System Familiarity with production tracking tools or basic data entry.

Analytics Ability to detect product defects and follow specifications.

Exposure

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
• Prior experience in a plastic manufacturing or injection molding environment preferred.
• Ability to read and understand basic work instructions, part diagrams, and safety signage.
• Basic math skills and familiarity with metric and standard measurements.
• Must be a team player and able to work with minimal supervision.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment is usually in an office within a manufacturing facility with low to moderate noise level. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Ability to work well with others
• Ability to work independently

Westfall Technik is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, religious creed, physical disability, mental disability, age for individuals age 40 and over, medical condition (as defined by state law (for example, cancer or genetic characteristics or HIV/AIDS), marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to Recruitment, Hiring, Placement, Promotion, Transfer, Training, Compensation, Benefits, Employee activities and general treatment during employment.

What You’ll Love About Us:

• Salary: $17.00-$20.00 per hour (Based on education and experience)
• 11 Paid Holidays, Sick Pay, Vacation Pay
• 401K, Plus Employer Match
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Company Sponsored Life and AD&D, Short and Long Term Disability, Paid Parental Leave, and More
• We are committed to creating a diverse work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, region, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.