Molding Technician - 5K Sign On Bonus, 2nd & 3rd Shifts Available

Johnson Electric; Springfield (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Shift differential pay

Onsite manufacturing environment

Job summary

Johnson Electric Group is seeking a Molding Technician for our Springfield, TN facility. This onsite role supports injection molding operations, troubleshoots equipment issues, makes process adjustments, and helps ensure quality, safety, and efficient production.

The position includes a $5,000 sign-on bonus, with installments of 50% in 30 days and 50% in month seven, subject to continued employment. Join a technology-driven manufacturing team committed to continuous improvement and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience with injection molding processing equipment.
• 2–3 years of injection molding setup experience.
• Ability to read technical drawings, specifications and process documentation.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to work onsite in Springfield, TN on 2nd or 3rd shift.
• Flexibility for occasional overtime.

Responsibilities

• Set up, monitor, and adjust injection molding equipment and processes.
• Troubleshoot molding, equipment, and process issues.
• Monitor machine parameters to ensure quality and efficiency.
• Perform mold setups and support changeovers.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Quality to meet specs.
• Maintain process settings and documentation.
• Support continuous improvement to reduce scrap and cycle times.
• Follow safety, environmental, and quality requirements.

Skills

Injection molding

Troubleshooting

Technical drawings

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Tools

Injection molding equipment

Mold setup

Process monitoring

Job description

$5,000 Sign-On Bonus!

Location: Springfield, TN (Onsite)

Shifts: 2nd & 3rd Shifts Available + Shift Differential Pay

Join our Springfield manufacturing team as a Molding Technician. In this hands‑on role, you’ll support injection molding operations, troubleshoot molding and equipment issues, make process adjustments, and help ensure quality, safety, and efficient production.

$5,000 Sign-On Bonus

Eligible candidates will receive the bonus in two installments. The first 50% will be paid within the first 30 days of employment, with the remaining 50% paid during the seventh month of employment, subject to continued employment in good standing.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Set up, monitor, and adjust injection molding equipment and processes
• Troubleshoot molding, equipment, and process‑related issues
• Monitor machine parameters to maintain product quality and production efficiency
• Perform mold setups and support changeovers
• Work with Engineering and Quality to meet specifications and customer requirements
• Maintain process settings and documentation
• Support continuous improvement efforts to reduce scrap and improve cycle times
• Follow all safety, environmental, and quality requirements

What We’re Looking For

• 1+ year of experience working with injection molding processing equipment
• 2–3 years of injection molding setup experience
• Knowledge of injection molding equipment, tooling, and plastic materials
• Hands‑on troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to read technical drawings, specifications, and process documentation
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work onsite in Springfield, TN on 2nd or 3rd shift
• Flexibility to work occasional overtime as business needs require

Bonus Points If You Have

• Automotive injection molding experience
• Knowledge of scientific molding techniques
• Continuous improvement experience
• New product launch or process validation experience
• Familiarity with IATF 16949 automotive quality requirements

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• $5,000 sign-on bonus
• Shift differential pay
• Technology-focused manufacturing environment
• Opportunities to contribute to continuous improvement
• Inclusive, team-oriented workplace

Our purpose is to improve the quality of life of everyone we touch through our innovative motion systems. We are a truly global team bound together by our shared values. Our culture is built on the diversity, knowledge, skills, creativity, and talents that each employee brings to the company. Our people are our company’s most valuable asset. We are committed to providing an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace where employees of different backgrounds feel valued and respected, regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity or religious background. We are committed to inspiring our employees to grow, act with ownership and find fulfilment and meaning in the work they do.