Second Shift Molding Machine Operator

POSITRONIC INDUSTRIES; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Quarterly bonus program

401k match

Job summary

Positronic Industries in Missouri is seeking a dependable Injection Molding Operator for the second shift (M-W 5:00pm–5:30am). You will load, monitor and adjust molding machines, inspect outputs, and maintain records to ensure quality.

Qualified applicants have a High School Diploma or GED and can read blueprints. The role emphasizes safety, precision, and teamwork in a production environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Ability to read blueprints and production documents.
• English proficiency for safety and instructions.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor molding machines (1–5 units).
• Add/remove materials from machine bin.
• Clean and maintain machines daily.
• Clean and de-flash molds.
• Monitor machines/products for quality.
• Rework or sort red-tagged products.

Skills

Machine operation

Quality inspection

Blueprint reading

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

Posted Monday, August 17, 2026 at 5:00 AM

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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Founded in 1966, Positronic is a progressive, global company that builds premium power and signal connectors for several industries, including medical, aerospace and military. We are located across three continents, and are looking for highly motivated, passionate people to join our team! We offer an excellent benefit package, highlighted by low-cost health insurance, quarterly bonus program and a 4% employee-match 401k retirement plan. Discover more at https://www.connectpositronic.com/en/

Summary

Operates injection molding machines which mold thermoplastic and thermosetting plastics into products for world class electronic connector use.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor molding machines (1–5 units).
• Add/remove materials from machine bin.
• Clean and maintain machines daily.
• Clean and de-flash molds.
• Monitor machines/products for quality.
• Rework or sort red-tagged products.
• May be required to execute machine setup and mold changes.
• Load/unload hoppers and perform machine startup/shutdown.
• Read/interprets blueprints, safety rules, and operating instructions.
• Use measuring tools daily.
• Maintain daily production records
• Adhere to all safety and health policies.
• Uphold Positronic’s standards of integrity, quality, and operational excellence.
• Identify hazards in the workplace and report them to management and/or the safety coordinator.
• Collaborate with the EHS department to meet local, state, and federal regulatory requirements, including OSHA, NFPA, DNR, EPA, and Amphenol sustainability practices.
• Work with the Quality department to ensure compliance with AS9100 certification standards.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Must pass appropriate testing to advance in the ABC program.

Physical

• Long periods of standing, occasional walking.
• Occasionally bends, stoops, kneels, pulls.
• Frequently pushes and reaches.
• High hand and finger dexterity required.
• Occasionally lifts and carries 0–20 lbs.
• Safety glasses required constantly.
• Cut-resistant gloves worn frequently.
• All other PPE worn as necessary.

Shift: Second Shift (M-W 5:00pm - 5:30am)

Working Conditions

Work is performed in a production environment with frequent exposure to non-harmful fumes (e.g., melted plastic). Occasionally exposed to above average noise levels, gas, dust, and chemicals. Proper PPE such as safety glasses are required.

Knowledge

• Basic understanding of mechanical systems and equipment function.
• Proficient in English language for reading instructions, safety rules, and documentation.

Skills

• Skilled in observing and responding to machine output for quality assurance.
• Strong attention to detail when inspecting, assembling, or sorting parts.
• Effective communication with supervisors and team members.
• Able to accurately follow instructions, blueprints, and production documents.
• Efficient time management to meet production goals and machine cycles.

Abilities

• Steady hand and arm control for repetitive machine tasks.
• Dexterity and coordination to handle small components and technical tools.
• Physical flexibility for bending, stretching, and lifting light to moderate loads.
• Ability to quickly respond to machine signals or changes in output.
• Capability to focus on repetitive tasks without losing attention to quality.

POSITRONIC RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MODIFY, INTERPRET, OR APPLY THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IN ANY WAY THE COMPANY DESIRES. THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IN NO WAY IMPLIES THAT THESE ARE THE ONLY DUTIES, INCLUDING ESSENTIAL DUTIES, TO BE PERFORMED BY THE EMPLOYEE OCCUPYING THIS POSITION. THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IS NOT AN EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT, IMPLIED OR OTHERWISE. THE EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP REMAINS "AT-WILL." THE AFOREMENTIONED JOB REQUIREMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE TO REASONABLY ACCOMMODATE QUALIFIED DISABLED INDIVIDUALS.

Due to the nature of our business, the candidate must be able to legally work in the United States; we are unable to provide sponsorship. Position requires candidate to be a U.S. person as defined in ITAR, 22 CFR 120.15 (U.S. Citizenship or Resident Alien Status) and defined by 8 U.S.C. 1101(a) (20).

Positronic Industries participates in the United States Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program. The E-Verify program is a web-based employment eligibility verification system for newly hired employees operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.