Night Shift Molder Operator – Injection Molding

Gusmer Enterprises; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Gusmer Enterprises, Inc. in Hickory, NC is seeking a Molder Operator for the night shift to safely set up and run injection molding equipment. The role emphasizes quality, GMP/ISO compliance, and teamwork in a manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma or equivalent, manufacturing or molding experience preferred, and strong attention to detail. Forklift certification is a plus, with opportunities for career growth and certification support.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in manufacturing or molding preferred.
• Ability to follow work instructions, safety rules, and quality standards.
• Basic math, measurement, and computer skills.
• Strong attention to detail and reliability.
• Forklift certification or willingness to obtain certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up, start up, and operate molding machines and related equipment.
• Perform grade changes and process adjustments to maintain product quality.
• Monitor equipment performance and troubleshoot issues.
• Assemble components into finished products according to work instructions.
• Inspect in-process and finished products to ensure quality standards are met.
• Comply with GMP, ISO, and quality system requirements.
• Verify materials, components, and work-in-process match work orders.
• Perform inspections for defects and conformance to specifications.
• Accurately complete production and quality documentation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reliability

Basic math

Measurement

Computer skills

Following instructions

Safety rules adherence

Quality standards adherence

Forklift certification

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Gusmer Enterprises, Inc. in Hickory, NC is seeking a Molder Operator for the night shift to safely set up and run injection molding equipment. The role emphasizes quality, GMP/ISO compliance, and teamwork in a manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma or equivalent, manufacturing or molding experience preferred, and strong attention to detail. Forklift certification is a plus, with opportunities for career growth and certification support.