Precision Injection Molding Technician

AppleOne Employment Services; Bristol (RI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

AppleOne Employment Services in Bristol, RI is seeking an experienced Injection Molding Operator for a 3-month contract-to-hire role. You will set up and operate molding machines, perform mold setups, and monitor quality and process parameters to ensure reliable output.

The ideal candidate brings 3–5+ years in injection molding, thermoplastic processing, and robotics operation, with forklift experience and a strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Set up and operate injection molding machines for scheduled production runs.
• Perform mold setup, thermoplastic processing, heat treating, and curing operations.
• Monitor machine performance, complete quality checks, and maintain accurate production documentation.
• Support basic equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, and safe daily operation.
• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
• 3-5+ years of experience in injection molding, thermoplastic processing, mold setup, basic machine maintenance, and robotics operation.
• Experience operating injection molding machines, robotics, auxiliary equipment, tumblers, and packaging machines.
• Forklift experience required.
• Ability to monitor and adjust to production variables including temperature, pressure, and cycle time.
• Strong attention to detail, quality awareness, and ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while supporting production goals.
• Ability to complete paperwork accurately, clearly, and legibly.
• Ability to maintain strong attendance and meet production schedules.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally.
• Commitment to safety, PPE compliance, workplace cleanliness, FOD standards, and 5S practices.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate injection molding machines according to production schedules, work instructions, and specifications.
• Perform mold setups, thermoplastic processing, heat treating, curing operations, and related production tasks.
• Operate robotics, auxiliary equipment, tumblers, packaging machines, and other molding department equipment.
• Monitor machine settings such as temperature, pressure, and cycle time, and report or assist with troubleshooting issues.
• Perform quality inspections, complete inspection plans, maintain accurate production reports, and document work clearly.
• Follow all safety procedures, PPE requirements, 5S standards, FOD practices, and workplace cleanliness expectations.

Skills

Injection molding

Robot operation

Quality inspections

Safety procedures

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Job description

AppleOne Employment Services in Bristol, RI is seeking an experienced Injection Molding Operator for a 3-month contract-to-hire role. You will set up and operate molding machines, perform mold setups, and monitor quality and process parameters to ensure reliable output.

The ideal candidate brings 3–5+ years in injection molding, thermoplastic processing, and robotics operation, with forklift experience and a strong attention to detail.