A day in this role Your shift starts at the molding cell, where you set up and run the injection molding press to produce plastic components. As parts come off the tool, you move seamlessly to finishing—trimming and deburring edges so every piece meets spec. When a customer calls for a specific look, you apply paint/finishes to match their preferences. Before anything leaves your station, you verify quality, then package and prepare orders for shipment. What you'll handle Operate and monitor injection molding presses for consistent output Trim, deburr, and finish parts to precise tolerances Apply paint/finishes per customer specifications Inspect parts and confirm they meet quality requirements Package components and stage them for outbound shipment What you bring Previous machine operator experience, with knowledge of plastic manufacturing processes Ability to use air tools and standard hand tools safely and effectively Comfort with basic math (add, subtract, multiply, divide) Physical readiness to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for long periods Basic Microsoft Office skills and clear written/verbal communication Proven ability to follow detailed instructions, work independently, and collaborate with a team High school diploma/GED preferred and reliable transportation Preferred Hands-on experience in the plastics industry Work schedule This role requires flexibility in hours and the ability to work overtime as needed to meet production timelines.