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Molding Technician

United States, Owensboro · Job Posted January 05, 2026
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Job Description

This position is responsible for safely and efficiently setting injection molds to produce products that meet customer specifications in accordance with established policies and procedures.

Job Responsibility

  • Safely and efficiently set, cycle-in and trouble shoot injection molds
  • Set-up process related equipment
  • dryers, hoppers and color feeders
  • Diagnoses, troubleshoots, and documents mold issues
  • Reads part drawings and verifies parts for quality requirements
  • Perform color changes
  • Starting up and shutting down injection molding machines
  • Performs preventive maintenance on molds
  • Troubleshoots and performs minor maintenance on equipment
  • Use of measuring equipment (calipers and micrometers)
  • All other duties as assigned

Requirements

  • Mechanical aptitude and the ability to perform in a dynamic work environment
  • 6+ months of injection molding experience preferred
  • Basic knowledge of injection molding and related equipment is a plus
  • Capable of learning and developing process parameters for injection molding machines
  • Must be able to safely work under pressure and at a fast pace
  • Must be able to handle multiple tasks at the same time
  • Must be able to work in an environment with ever-changing priorities
  • Maintain clean and safe work environment
  • Responsible for taking an active role in plant-wide safety activities, have a solid work history, strong work ethic, and be accommodating to shift work
  • A high school diploma or GED is preferred and the WorkKeys is also desired
  • Ability to work a Monday–Friday schedule with weekend overtime as needed

Nice to have

  • 6+ months of injection molding experience
  • Basic knowledge of injection molding and related equipment
  • A high school diploma or GED
  • WorkKeys

What we offer

  • Competitive wages with annual bonus
  • Air-conditioned controlled facility
  • Generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability
  • A company culture that prioritizes internal development and professional growth
  • Time off with pay
  • 401(k) plan with a degree of employer matching
  • Paid parental leave
  • Wellness programs and product discounts
  • Shift premium 7% of base wage (2nd shift)
  • Shift premium 10% of base wage (3rd shift)

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