Injection Molding Process & Setup Technician

Location: Jacksonville, FL
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 7:00 AM–3:30 PM
Pay: $30 - $35/hour DOE

What a day looks like

You clock in at 7:00 AM and start by reviewing the production schedule. A mold change is up first: you prep the tooling, connect cooling water lines, and bring the press to operating parameters. As the first parts roll off, you verify quality, fine-tune settings, and keep a close eye on cycle consistency. When a hydraulic or pneumatic hiccup shows up, you diagnose quickly, coordinate with maintenance, and keep downtime to a minimum. By mid-day, a changeover calls for a precise shutdown and startup sequence. Throughout the shift, you document adjustments, communicate with the production team, and maintain a clean, safe cell.

This is a hands-on, experienced role—not an entry-level machine operator position. You’ll support production, maintenance, and operations to keep equipment running safely and efficiently.

Candidates should expect hands-on testing as part of the interview process.

Core responsibilities

• Run injection molding presses safely and efficiently to meet quality and throughput targets.
• Assist with complete setup activities: start-up, shutdown, and rapid changeovers.
• Execute mold/tooling swaps, including removal and installation tasks.
• Connect, disconnect, and manage mold cooling water lines.
• Monitor machine performance; identify factors affecting part quality or rate.
• Troubleshoot basic mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and process issues.
• Partner with maintenance and production to minimize downtime and sustain performance.
• Inspect parts for defects and escalate machine or quality concerns.
• Make basic machine adjustments within skill level and company guidelines.
• Maintain housekeeping standards and a safe, organized work area.
• Follow safety procedures, PPE requirements, and OSHA guidelines.
• Record work performed, issues found, repairs, adjustments, and production notes.

Preferred skills & experience

• Hands-on injection molding machine experience (required).
• Background in setups, mold/tooling changes, and changeovers (strongly preferred).
• Experience connecting/managing cooling water lines (preferred).
• Mechanical aptitude with proven troubleshooting ability.
• Familiarity with hydraulic and pneumatic systems (preferred); light electrical troubleshooting a plus.
• Conveyor system exposure is a plus.
• Proficient with hand tools, power tools, and basic diagnostic instruments.
• Strong problem-solving skills; able to work independently and within a team.
• Experience in industrial/manufacturing/plastics or injection molding environments (preferred).

Physical requirements

• Stand, walk, bend, and reach around production equipment throughout the shift.
• Lift up to 50 lbs. as needed.
• Comfortable in manufacturing/industrial/warehouse settings.
• Able to wear required PPE.

Additional information

• Full-time position.
• Stable Monday–Friday day shift schedule.
• Hands-on testing will be part of the interview process.
• Pay will depend on experience and overall fit.

Legal notice

This is a drug free workplace. All applicants must be willing to submit to a drug test and background check.