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Press Technician / Molding Press Technician D2B Groups Murfreesboro, TN Job Details Full-time $45,000 - $60,000 a year 8 hours ago Benefits AD&D insurance Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Press operation Tooling Machine operation Injection (injection molding) Power tools Hand tools Mechanical knowledge Full Job Description Press Technician / Molding Press Technician Our client is a global manufacturer supplying the automotive industry, with production operations across North America, Europe, and Asia and a century-long track record in the sector. Their Middle Tennessee plant runs a busy injection molding operation, and they are hiring a Press Technician / Molding Press Technician for 2nd shift. This is a hands-on production role. You will keep high-volume injection molding presses running — loading material, monitoring cycles, inspecting parts, and supporting the plant's mold setters during changeovers. It is a direct path to a Mold Setter / Process Technician role for operators who prove themselves on the floor. What You Will Do Running production Operate and monitor injection molding presses throughout the shift according to the daily production schedule Load material and verify resin and lot specifications against the job requirements Inspect parts for quality — spot short shots, flash, sink, burns, and dimensional issues as they happen Purge and transition material or color as needed under direction Document production output, scrap, and downtime accurately Supporting changeovers Assist setters during mold changes: staging tooling, waterlines, clamps, and fittings under supervision Operate overhead cranes, hoists, and forklifts for material and tool handling where certified Set up and verify auxiliary equipment including dryers, loaders, temperature control units, and conveyors Reliability and safety Follow lockout/tagout, machine guarding, and safe lifting procedures without exception Keep your work area organized and 5S compliant Work with production, quality, and maintenance to keep presses running and hit the schedule Flag tooling or process issues before they become downtime Requirements What You Bring Required 1+ years operating injection molding presses (or working directly alongside them) in a production environment Understanding of molding fundamentals: cycles, tooling basics, and part quality Mechanical aptitude with hand and power tools; ability to read work instructions and setup sheets Comfort working around heavy machinery and tooling Ability to work first shift on-site, stand for extended periods, and lift and maneuver as the job requires

Benefits Compensation & Benefits Shift:

2nd shift, on-site, full-time

Pay:

set to skill level during the interview process, based on demonstrated experience Direct hire Full benefits: Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision), Retirement Plan (401k, IRA), Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D), Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays), Paid Holiday for Plant Shutdown (Christmas to New Years)