Molding Shop Assistant

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Kalispell (MT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East is hiring a Molding Shop Assistant for a local manufacturing company in Kalispell, MT. The role suits someone with manufacturing experience, willing to learn, with injection molding experience a plus but not required.

You will assist with setup and operation of injection molding machines, install molds, monitor temperatures and cycle times, load materials, inspect quality, and maintain a clean, safe work area.

Qualifications

• Previous manufacturing experience preferred.
• Plastic injection molding experience is a plus but not required.
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn.
• Strong attention to detail and quality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks.
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the setup and operation of injection molding machines.
• Install molds and dies according to work order specifications.
• Monitor machine settings including temperature, pressure, and cycle times.
• Load plastic pellets and materials into machine hoppers.
• Remove finished products from molds and inspect for quality.
• Trim excess material from molded parts.
• Sort, count, and package finished products for shipment.
• Assist with mixing plastic materials and color pigments as needed.
• Grind and recycle scrap plastic material for reuse.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Injection molding experience

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Team player

Reliability

Stamina

Tools

Injection molding machines

Molds and dies

Quality inspection tools

Job description

Molding Shop Assistant
Express Employment Professionals is hiring a Molding Shop Assistant for a local manufacturing company!

We are seeking a motivated individual to join a growing production team. This position is ideal for someone with previous manufacturing experience who is looking to expand their skills in a hands-on environment. Injection molding experience is a plus, but not required. The right candidate will be dependable, mechanically inclined, and eager to learn.

Pay

• $18.00 - $20.00 per hour DOE

Schedule

• 20-40 hours per week
• Hours may vary based on production demands and customer orders

Job Responsibilities

• Assist with the setup and operation of injection molding machines
• Install molds and dies according to work order specifications
• Monitor machine settings including temperature, pressure, and cycle times
• Load plastic pellets and materials into machine hoppers
• Remove finished products from molds and inspect for quality
• Trim excess material from molded parts
• Sort, count, and package finished products for shipment
• Assist with mixing plastic materials and color pigments as needed
• Grind and recycle scrap plastic material for reuse
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment

Qualifications

• Previous manufacturing experience preferred
• Plastic injection molding experience is a plus but not required
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn
• Strong attention to detail and quality
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic

Requirements

• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule based on production needs

Ideal Candidate

• Enjoys hands-on work in a manufacturing environment
• Learns quickly and follows instructions well
• Takes pride in producing quality work
• Dependable and self-motivated
• Positive attitude and strong team mentality