Mold Machine Operator

Staffmark; Putnam (CT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly pay

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Life & Disability Insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

Staffmark is hiring a Mold Machine Operator in Putnam, CT. The role involves operating and monitoring molding machines, maintaining production cycles and quality, and following safety procedures.

Candidates should read work orders and blueprints, perform precise measurements, and complete production documentation. Prior manufacturing or production experience is preferred, with on-the-job training provided to reach proficiency within months.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred and ability to read work orders, blueprints, specs and production docs.
• Experience in manufacturing or production, and basic math skills including fractions and decimals.
• Experience using precision measuring tools (micrometers, calipers, verniers, go/no-go gauges).
• On-the-job training provided; proficiency typically achieved within 3 to 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor molding machines to maintain production cycles and product quality.
• Remove molded parts, trim excess material, deburr and complete secondary tasks.
• Inspect visually and dimensionally using precision tools to verify quality and specs.
• Package, label, count, and move finished products while maintaining records.
• Identify defects, segregate non-conforming materials, and support corrective actions.
• Operate hand tools and secondary equipment as needed to complete manufacturing processes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Vernier gauges

Go/no-go gauges

Job description

Now hiring for a Mold Machine Operator
Location: Putnam, CT
Pay Rate: $18.04 per hour
Schedules:

• 1st Shift: 6:50 AM – 3:00 PM
• 3rd Shift: 10:50 PM – 7:00 AM

Master of the Machines. Keep ‘Em Running, Keep the Pay Coming.

Looking for Mold Machine Operator jobs in Putnam where dependable work keeps production moving? This opportunity lets you operate manufacturing equipment, monitor product quality, and help produce consistent results in a safe, fast-paced production environment.

Work from job orders, work folders, and verbal and/or written work instructions. Tend machine and maintain machine cycle as specified. Monitor production, detect quality problems and solicit assistance in adjustments to machine, as required. Remove parts from machine. De-gate part from runner system by hand or fixture. Use knives, cutting pliers, drills or deburring tools to trim flash or high gates as required.

Visually inspect molded parts at intervals specified in work folder. Use micrometers, verniers, go-no-go gauges, and other measuring tools to ensure products meet all requirements and specifications. Segregate and label non-conforming product. Document quality findings and /or complete non-conformance reports as specified.

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret work orders, blueprints, product specifications, work instructions, and production documentation.
• Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to accurately complete production reports, inspection documentation, and manufacturing records.

Experience Requirements

• Previous manufacturing, machine operation, molding, assembly, or production experience preferred.
• Ability to use precision measuring equipment such as micrometers, calipers, vernier gauges, and go/no-go gauges.
• Experience performing visual inspections and maintaining quality standards in a production environment.
• On-the-job training provided; proficiency typically achieved within 3 to 12 months.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify defects and non-conforming products.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to safely operate production equipment and hand tools.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Ability to follow established procedures, maintain production schedules, and support continuous improvement efforts.
• Dependable attendance and commitment to workplace safety.

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to stand and remain at an assigned machine for extended periods throughout the shift.
• Frequent walking, bending, reaching, and repetitive hand movements.
• Ability to frequently lift and move materials weighing 5-25 pounds and occasionally lift up to 60 pounds.
• Strong hand-eye coordination, manual dexterity, color recognition, depth perception, and close visual attention.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to heat, noise, dust, odors, and other industrial conditions.

Job Duties

• Operate and monitor molding machines to maintain production cycles and ensure consistent product quality.
• Remove molded parts, trim excess material, perform deburring operations, and complete assigned secondary production tasks.
• Conduct visual and dimensional inspections using precision measuring tools to verify products meet quality and specification requirements.
• Package, label, count, and move finished products while maintaining accurate production, quality, and inventory records.
• Identify defects, segregate non-conforming materials, report equipment or production issues, and support corrective actions.
• Operate hand tools and secondary equipment as needed to complete drilling, machining, assembly, finishing, or related manufacturing processes.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area while following all company safety, quality, and production procedures.

Benefits

• Competitive Weekly Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life Insurance and Disability Insurance for added peace of mind.
• Optional 401(k) Plan to help you prepare for the future.
• Safety-Focused Manufacturing Environment with opportunities for training and advancement.

What You Will Do

As a Mold Machine Operator you will operate, monitor, adjust, and maintain manufacturing equipment to produce quality products according to production schedules and established procedures. You will inspect finished products, replenish materials, identify equipment issues, perform routine machine checks, maintain production records, and support safe, efficient manufacturing operations.

The Mold Machine Operator plays an important role in manufacturing by operating equipment that supports efficient production and consistent product quality. This position requires mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and the ability to monitor equipment throughout the production process.

Successful Mold Machine Operator candidates understand manufacturing procedures, quality standards, and safe operating practices while helping maintain reliable production performance. Consistent execution contributes directly to operational success.

This role rewards individuals who enjoy equipment operation and production environments.