Molding Machine Operator - A Shift

G&H (Gooch & Housego); City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Gooch & Housego is seeking a Molding Machine Operator – A Shift at our Rochester, NY site to produce high-quality injection molded optical components. You will inspect parts, operate molding equipment, and ensure compliance with manufacturing standards and ERP data entry.

The role requires basic manufacturing experience, attention to detail, and ability to work in a clean, precision environment. Join a team focused on quality and safety in a fast-paced production setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Previous manufacturing, production, or inspection experience is required.
• Experience operating or working around injection molding equipment is preferred.
• Understanding of ISO 9001 quality standards and manufacturing best practices is preferred.
• Familiarity with SPC methods is a plus.
• Basic computer skills with experience entering production data into ERP systems.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality products.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and degate injection molded polymer optical lenses of various sizes and geometries.
• Package finished parts in accordance with customer and production quality requirements.
• Record production data including cycle times and scrap rates within the ERP system.
• Operate one or more injection molding machines and perform basic secondary operations such as milling.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and contamination-free work environment.
• Read, understand, and follow work instructions, process control plans, and safety procedures.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and process technicians to resolve manufacturing issues.
• Communicate production, equipment, or quality concerns promptly to appropriate personnel.
• Assist with inventory counts and material preparation for incoming shifts.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and assist in updating work instructions as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Quality-focused

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Injection molding equipment

ERP systems

Job description

ABOUT US

G&H is a world leader in optical designing, testing and manufacturing. As experts in the technology of light, G&H works with customers to provide optical systems, assemblies, and components for demanding applications.

Job Type

Full-time

Description

ABOUT US

G&H is a world leader in optical designing, testing and manufacturing. As experts in the technology of light, G&H works with customers to provide optical systems, assemblies, and components for demanding applications.

Headquartered in Ilminster Somerset, UK with primary operations in the USA and Europe, G&H is recognized for the breadth of their acousto-optic, electro-optic, crystal-optic, fiber optic, and precision optic products. G&H is recognized as the preferred source for OEMs in the life sciences, industrial, and aerospace and defense industries, with a history of quality and excellence that dates back over seventy-five years.

Description

Gooch & Housego is seeking a Molding Machine Operator – A Shift to support its Rochester, NY manufacturing site.

Located in Rochester and founded in 1916, G&H | GS Optics specializes in the custom design and manufacture of precision polymer optics used in biomedical, healthcare diagnostics, machine vision, analytical instrumentation, and defense applications.

This position is responsible for producing high-quality injection molded optical components through inspection, processing, packaging, and adherence to established manufacturing and quality standards.

The Position's Scope Includes

• Inspect and degate injection molded polymer optical lenses of various sizes and geometries.
• Package finished parts in accordance with customer and production quality requirements.
• Record production data including cycle times and scrap rates within the ERP system.
• Operate one or more injection molding machines and perform basic secondary operations such as milling.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and contamination-free work environment.
• Read, understand, and follow work instructions, process control plans, and safety procedures.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and process technicians to resolve manufacturing issues.
• Communicate production, equipment, or quality concerns promptly to appropriate personnel.
• Assist with inventory counts and material preparation for incoming shifts.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and assist in updating work instructions as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous manufacturing, production, or inspection experience required.
• Experience operating or working around injection molding equipment preferred.
• Understanding of ISO 9001 quality standards and manufacturing best practices preferred.
• Familiarity with SPC (Statistical Process Control) methods is a plus.
• Basic computer skills with experience entering production data into ERP systems.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality products.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work in a clean, precision manufacturing environment.
• Commitment to workplace safety and following established procedures.

Salary Description

$18 - $22 hourly