Plastic Injection Mold Operator

Job Title: Plastic Injection Mold Operator

Job Description

This role operates automated and manual plastic injection molding machines to produce high-quality plastic components, primarily for medical products such as mouth guards and hard plastic cases. You perform trimming and visual inspections of parts, complete medical documentation in a clean room environment, and support production by operating small equipment used for sealing, packaging, folding, and sonic welding.

Responsibilities

• Operate automated and manual plastic injection molding machines to produce plastic medical parts according to production specifications.
• Perform trimming of plastic parts to remove excess material and ensure clean, finished components.
• Conduct thorough visual inspections of parts to verify quality, consistency, and compliance with standards.
• Work in a clean room environment while following all gowning procedures and medical documentation requirements.
• Accurately complete required medical and production documentation for each job and batch.
• Operate small equipment such as sealing machines, packaging machines, folder machines, and sonic welders as needed.
• Handle parts and materials carefully to maintain cleanliness and prevent contamination.
• Follow established manufacturing, assembly, and production processes and adhere to all quality and safety guidelines.
• Maintain attention to detail while performing repetitive tasks and high-volume production work.
• Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors regarding production status, issues, and quality concerns.
• Follow the required dress code at all times while on the production floor and in the clean room.
• Remain flexible to work while sitting or standing depending on the assigned area and project requirements.
• Use microscopes only when specific projects require detailed inspection, as directed by production needs.

Essential Skills

• Experience or familiarity with manufacturing and production environments.
• Ability to work in assembly operations with repetitive tasks while maintaining high attention to detail.
• Comfort working in a clean room environment and following gowning procedures.
• Ability to perform visual inspections of parts to identify defects or inconsistencies.
• Trainable attitude with a willingness to learn and follow established processes.
• Good communication skills to interact effectively with team members and follow instructions.
• Ability to perform trimming and handling of plastic parts safely and accurately.
• Capability to work overnight shifts from 10:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m., Sunday to Thursday.
• Reliability in following dress code and cleanliness standards required for medical production.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in medical manufacturing, assembly, or production is beneficial.
• Experience working with injection molding processes and plastic components is a plus.
• Familiarity with clean room protocols and documentation practices in regulated environments.
• Ability to operate small production equipment such as sealing, packaging, folding, and sonic welding machines.
• Comfort working in an environment where plastic odors are present.
• Strong attention to detail suited for repetitive, quality-focused work.
• Interest in developing skills that can lead to advanced roles, such as setup technician positions.

Why Work Here?

You join a family-owned organization that offers a supportive, family-like atmosphere and a laid-back, collaborative culture. The company promotes from within, providing strong growth potential and opportunities to move into other departments and more advanced roles. Tuition reimbursement is available for employees who maintain at least a B average, supporting your ongoing education and professional development. This environment values internal advancement, long-term careers, and investing in employees’ skills and future.

Work Environment

You work primarily in a clean room environment focused on medical-grade plastic production, where gowning procedures and documentation standards are part of daily operations. The atmosphere is laid back but highly detail-oriented, with repetitive tasks that require consistent focus and quality awareness. The facility often has a noticeable plastic smell, so employees should be comfortable working in this type of setting. The standard shift runs from 10:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m., Sunday through Thursday. Dress code requires a white collared shirt, black pants (no jeans), and preferably matching brown or black shoes. Sweatpants, pajama pants, shorts, sandals, and hats are not permitted, ensuring a professional and clean presentation suitable for medical manufacturing.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Circle Pines, MN.

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $20.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Circle Pines,MN.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 31, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.