Machine Operator – Injection Mold

Safety Technology International, Inc. (STI); Waterford Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Teambuilding events

Job summary

Safety Technology International, Inc. (STI) is seeking a dedicated Injection Molding Machine Operator to set up and operate our injection mold equipment in Waterford, MI.

This role emphasizes mechanical, electrical, and troubleshooting skills to meet safety and quality standards. You will monitor multiple tasks, follow detailed instructions, and be part of a small, collaborative team that values reliability and safety above all.

Qualifications

• Ability to work well individually and in a team.
• Reliable attendance and positive attitude.
• Ability to monitor multiple tasks and follow technical manuals.

Responsibilities

• All activities require PPE and safe operating procedures.
• Purging machines for production runs.
• Machine startup / shutdown.
• Loading material and concentrate.
• Chiller and thermolator startup/shutdown.
• Unloading, trimming, inspecting, assembling and labeling parts.
• Making boxes as needed.
• Run granulator and switch regrind barrels.
• Use ERP system to log molded parts into stock.
• Log scrap parts accordingly.

Skills

Team player

Good attendance

Multi-tasking

Read manuals

Lift 55 lbs

Tools

ERP system

Job description

Believe Fire & Safety is important?So do we.

Our team is growing fast. We’d love your help in making Safety Technology International, Inc. truly special. Come join our problem solving team!

Location: Waterford, MI

Job Id:285

# of Openings:1

Job Description

Machine operators at STI set up and operate an injection mold machine in order to shape plastic for our products. This position requires good mechanical, electrical, and troubleshooting skills. As an injection molding machine operator, it is crucial to be able to monitor multiple tasks and follow detailed instructions in order to meet safety and quality requirements.

Responsibilities

• All activities include use of proper PPE and safe operating procedures and maintaining a clean work environment.
• Purging machines for production runs
• Machine startup / shutdown.
• Loading material and concentrate
• Chiller and thermolator startup and shutdown
• Unloading, trimming, inspecting, assembling and/or packing parts and labeling boxes.
• Making boxes as needed
• Run granulator, switch regrind barrels
• Using ERP computer system to add molded parts into stock
• Log scrap parts accordingly

Skills/Abilities

• Works well as an individual and as a team member
• Good attendance and positive attitude
• Has the ability to monitor multiple tasks at once and to read and follow technical manuals
• Must be able to safely and repeatedly lift 55-pound bags of material.
• Must be okay with being on feet majority of the day and repetitive processes

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other duties as required to meet the needs of the company and its customers.

Schedule

• Full-time: 7:30am-4:00pm

Who We Are

STI’s story began over four decades ago in a home basement. We now operate from multiple buildings in Waterford, Michigan, have an office located in Worcestershire, England, and are recognized as a global leader in helping to prevent false fire alarms, theft and vandalism to important devices worldwide.

We care about the people we work with.

Family owned and operated, STI believes in treating their employees like family. Personal attention is paid to each team member and the company strives to make the work environment fun, collaborative and inspirational. We believe in what we do, and we believe in our colleagues to help us achieve our goals. STI offers a full benefits package and regularly participates in teambuilding events.