Plastic Injection Molding Operator - 2nd shift

WET (Design); Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

WET (Design) seeks a Plastic Injection Molding Operator in Sun Valley, CA to safely operate Arburg machines on the 2nd shift (2:00 PM to 10:30 PM) and produce high-quality plastic components for WET’s proprietary products.

The role emphasizes following work instructions, loading/unloading materials, performing basic quality checks, and maintaining a clean, organized workspace. Prior experience with Arburg machines is a plus, with strong attention to safety and detail.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience operating plastic injection molding machines in a manufacturing or production environment preferred.
• Experience operating Arburg injection molding machines is a plus.
• Ability to follow written and verbal work instructions, safety requirements, and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate plastic injection molding machines and follow safety procedures.
• Load raw materials, inserts, molds, or components as directed.
• Remove molded parts and perform trimming, de-gating, and basic finishing as required.
• Inspect finished parts for defects and conformance to specifications.
• Package and label finished parts for the next production step or shipment.

Skills

Arburg machines

Quality inspection

Safety procedures

Team communication

Tools

Calipers

Measuring tools

Job description

Sun Valley, California

WET is the pioneering force behind groundbreaking fountain designs and engineering marvels worldwide—from the Fountains of Bellagio to the awe-inspiring Dubai Fountain, the world’s largest choreographed fountain, and hundreds more. WET harnesses the elements of nature—water, fire, ice, fog, and light to evoke emotion, transcend the ordinary, and captivate audiences around the globe.

Plastic Injection Molding Operator

(2nd shift: 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM)

WET (Design)

Sun Valley, California

WET is the pioneering force behind groundbreaking fountain designs and engineering marvels worldwide—from the Fountains of Bellagio to the awe-inspiring Dubai Fountain, the world’s largest choreographed fountain, and hundreds more. WET harnesses the elements of nature—water, fire, ice, fog, and light to evoke emotion, transcend the ordinary, and captivate audiences around the globe.

Position Summary

The Plastic Injection Molding Operator is responsible for safely operating Arburg plastic injection molding machines to produce high-quality plastic components for WET’s proprietary products. This role focuses on following established work instructions, loading and unloading materials and parts, performing basic quality checks, packaging finished products, and maintaining a clean and organized work area. This is an operator-level role. The Operator will follow established machine settings and production procedures and will notify a supervisor, lead, or technician when equipment issues, quality concerns, or process changes are needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate plastic injection molding machines, including 77-, 275-, and 750-ton Arburg machines, in accordance with established work instructions and safety procedures
• Load raw materials, inserts, molds, or components as directed
• Remove molded parts from machines and perform trimming, de-gating, sorting, and basic finishing as required
• Inspect finished parts for visual defects, correct dimensions, color, surface quality, and overall conformance to work instructions, sample parts, and specifications
• Identify and report defective, damaged, or out-of-specification parts to the Lead, Supervisor, or Technician
• Package, label, count, and prepare finished parts for the next production step or shipment
• Accurately complete production records, quality documentation, material identification, and other required paperwork
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area, including proper disposal of scrap and adherence to 5S practices
• Follow all company safety policies, including required use of personal protective equipment (PPE), safe lifting practices, and machine guarding procedures
• Perform basic operator-level machine care, such as keeping the machine area clean and reporting leaks, unusual noises, alarms, or other equipment concerns
• Assist with secondary operations as needed, including cutting, drilling, sanding, grinding, shearing, sawing, bending, tapping, assembly, and packaging
• Support material movement and replenishment as directed
• Work effectively with team members, Leads, Technicians, Quality, and Production Supervisors to meet daily production goals
• Maintain flexibility to support changing production priorities and work overtime as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience operating plastic injection molding machines in a manufacturing or production environment preferred
• Experience operating Arburg injection molding machines is a plus
• Ability to follow written and verbal work instructions, safety requirements, and quality standards
• Ability to perform repetitive work while maintaining attention to detail and product quality
• Basic ability to inspect parts against samples, visual standards, drawings, or specifications
• Experience with trimming, de-gating, packaging, labeling, or other secondary manufacturing operations preferred
• Ability to use basic hand tools and measuring tools, as required
• Ability to communicate clearly with supervisors and team members regarding production, safety, or quality concerns
• Good verbal and written communication skillsReliable attendance and ability to work effectively as part of a production team
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including overtime, as business needs require

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds repeatedly using proper lifting techniques
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday
• Ability to perform repetitive hand, wrist, and arm movements
• Ability to bend, reach, twist, and work overhead as needed
• Ability to safely perform work in a manufacturing environment around production equipment

WET is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment with WET is based on merit, competence, and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age