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Machine Operators Injection Molding

We're hiring Machine Operators Injection Molding to join our growing plastics manufacturing team in Newberg, OR! Be part of a dedicated production environment where you'll operate modern injection-molding equipment, support high-quality part manufacturing, and contribute to a collaborative and safety-focused workplace.

Apply today and grow with us!

What you will receive as a Machine Operator Injection Molding:

• Graveyard shift
• Medical, dental, and vision available
• Temp-to-hire / Direct hire
• Newberg, OR
• Paid weekly
• Opportunities for training, advancement, and skill development

What you will be doing as a Machine Operator Injection Molding:

• Set up, operate, and monitor injection-molding machines to produce plastic parts according to job specifications.
• Adjust parameters such as clamp tonnage, shot size, temperatures, and cycle times for production runs.
• Load/unload molds and confirm correct materials, tooling alignment, and setup accuracy.
• Perform quality inspections: dimensional checks, visual inspection, surface quality review, verification of inserts/overmolding components.
• Support overmolding and insert molding operations when required.
• Conduct minor machine maintenance: purging materials, maintaining mold temperatures, cleaning workstations, and ensuring machines are ready for the next job.
• Follow all standard operating procedures, production orders, and safety guidelinesmaintaining full material traceability.
• Record production data: cycles, scrap, material usage, downtime, and related documentation.
• Work with engineering and maintenance teams to identify opportunities to improve cycle times, quality, and process stability.
• Contribute to maintaining an efficient, clean, and safe workspace.
• Collaborate with team members to meet productivity and quality goals.
• Other duties as assigned.

What you need to have as a Machine Operator Injection Molding:

• Previous experience operating injection-molding machines in a manufacturing setting.
• Ability to read job orders, setup sheets, and machine parameter instructions.
• Basic mechanical aptitude for adjustments and troubleshooting.
• Strong attention to detail with a quality-focused mindset.
• Good documentation and data-entry skills for recording production information.
• Ability to stand for long periods and perform repetitive tasks with consistency.
• Effective communication skills and professional workplace conduct.
• Willingness to follow safety protocols, dress code, and PPE requirements.
• Familiarity with engineering materials (e.g., elastomers, filled materials, structural foam) is a plus.
• Experience with overmolding or insert molding preferred.
• Knowledge of mold cleaning, changeovers, or preventive maintenance is beneficial.
• Experience with a range of press sizes (e.g., 18310 tons) is preferred.