Precision Plastics Molding Operator – Growth & Benefits

Pretium Packaging - USA; Troy (AL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Training and growth opportunities

Diverse, team-first culture

Job summary

Pretium Packaging is seeking detail-oriented operators to keep plastics molding lines running smoothly in a fast-paced production environment. You will set up molding equipment, monitor runs, and adjust settings to maintain quality and throughput while performing routine preventive care and inspections.

A high school diploma and hands-on plastics experience are preferred, with strong reading of technical drawings and excellent manual dexterity.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Hands-on plastics molding experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of plastics manufacturing equipment and processes.
• Mechanical aptitude; technical background with packaging, plastics, or printing equipment.
• Confidence reading technical drawings.
• Strong manual dexterity and attention to detail.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-moving environment.
• Resourceful problem-solver.

Responsibilities

• Set up molding equipment using documented procedures and parameters.
• Watch the run—adjust settings to maintain quality and throughput.
• Handle routine preventive care to keep machines in top condition.
• Inspect finished parts; correct any deviations immediately.
• Diagnose and fix production issues on the fly.
• Manage raw material levels and notify your supervisor when it's time to restock.
• Maintain safety standards and a clean, organized workspace.
• Pitch in on other assigned tasks.

Skills

Plastics molding

Reading drawings

Mechanical aptitude

Detail oriented

Manual dexterity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Injection molding equipment

Job description

Pretium Packaging is seeking detail-oriented operators to keep plastics molding lines running smoothly in a fast-paced production environment. You will set up molding equipment, monitor runs, and adjust settings to maintain quality and throughput while performing routine preventive care and inspections.

A high school diploma and hands-on plastics experience are preferred, with strong reading of technical drawings and excellent manual dexterity.