Operator 1, Molding

Katalyst CRO; Sumter (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Katalyst CRO is seeking an Injection Molding Technician responsible for operating molding presses and maintaining quality components in a GMP environment. The role requires teamwork, basic maintenance skills, and adherence to work instructions and controlled documents.

Candidates should have a HS Diploma or GED and 1–2 years of manufacturing experience, preferably in injection molding. The position emphasizes a safe, organized work area and reliable performance in a team setting.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• Prefer 1–2 years of manufacturing experience, preferably injection molding.
• Ability to work effectively in a team with limited supervision.

Responsibilities

• Mold production in assigned area and perform minor maintenance on presses.
• Operate injection molding presses to supply downstream equipment with molded components and inspect parts.
• Conduct minor maintenance on assigned presses.
• Collaborate with molding team to keep equipment running during breaks and call-outs.
• Operate multi-cavity molding machines and ancillary equipment to meet quality specs and output targets.
• Place surplus molded components into inventory and maintain cleanliness and GMP compliance in the area.
• Ensure knowledge of all products, required materials, and quality specifications.

Skills

Teamwork

Quality awareness

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

Injection molding presses

Auxiliary equipment

Job description

• Responsible for molding production in assigned area and minor maintenance activities on assigned presses.
• Operate injection molding presses to supply downstream equipment with molded components including inspection of components and requesting technical support to maintain part quality.
• Conduct minor maintenance activities on assigned presses.
• Work with other molding team members to keep equipment running during breaks and call-outs.
• Operate multi cavity injection molding machines and auxiliary equipment to manufacture product which conforms to quality specifications, at the rated output.
• Operate injection molds/presses and place surplus molded components into inventory.
• Maintain a thorough knowledge of all products produced in the department, raw materials required, and product quality specifications.
• Keep machinery, work area and floors neat and orderly and comply with GMP requirements.
• Able to perform thorough product inspections and make appropriate decisions relative to product quality requirements.
• Must be able to work effectively in a team with limited supervision.
• Must be familiar with all relevant controlled documents (Work Instructions, Forms, etc.), preventative maintenance task lists and equipment manuals which pertain to operation of all equipment in the cell.
• HS Diploma or GED.
• Prefer 1-2 years of experience working in a manufacturing environment preferably injection molding presses (both electric & hydraulic).