Injection Molding Technician

Birmingham Search Group is partnering with a leading automotive manufacturer to hire Injection Molding Technicians for 2nd and 3rd Shift opportunities.

Pay: $24.00 - $27.00/hour
Shift: 2nd & 3rd Shift Available

If you have experience with injection molding equipment, mold changes, robotics, and troubleshooting manufacturing equipment, we'd love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Perform mold and die changes on injection molding machines safely and efficiently.
• Set up robotic tooling, machine programs, and robot programs for production.
• Verify machine setups and ensure all operating conditions meet quality and production standards.
• Troubleshoot injection molding machines and production equipment to minimize downtime.
• Perform minor process adjustments, including pressure, temperature, speed, and feed rates to maintain product quality.
• Support production by resolving machine, process, and scheduling issues.
• Program and adjust three-axis and six-axis robots as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment while following all company safety procedures.
• Assist with continuous improvement initiatives and other projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of Injection Molding Technician or Mold Setup experience
• Strong troubleshooting and mechanical aptitude
• Experience changing molds and setting up injection molding equipment
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Preferred Experience

• Automotive manufacturing experience
• Experience with Yushin or Star robots
• Familiarity with Meiki, JSW, UBE, Mitsubishi, or KraussMaffei injection molding machines
• Experience optimizing injection molding processes and troubleshooting production issues

Education

• High School Diploma or GED

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
• Frequently use hands to operate tools and equipment
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Comfortable working around manufacturing equipment in a production environment
• Willingness to work overtime and weekends as production demands require

Why Apply?

• $24.00 - $27.00/hour
• 2nd & 3rd Shift Available
• Stable automotive manufacturing environment
• Opportunity to work with advanced injection molding and robotic automation equipment
• Long-term career opportunity with a growing manufacturer

Interested?

Apply today or contact Birmingham Search Group to learn more about this opportunity. We specialize in connecting skilled trades professionals with some of Michigan's top manufacturing employers.