Plastics Manufacturing Technician, Injection Molding & Robotics

Own the performance of automated molding cells

Join Airspeed, a manufacturer of precision components for conducted energy devices and other demanding applications. In this Plastics Manufacturing Technician, Injection Molding & Robotics role, you will support automated production cells to run safely, efficiently, and with repeatable quality.

About the work

• Run day-to-day operations for injection molding and automated stations
• Track machine performance, quality output, and downtime signals
• Assist with startups, changeovers, parameter tweaks, and first-level troubleshooting
• Act as the go-to contact for minor automation and equipment concerns
• Surface issues early and escalate complex problems to the right experts
• Coordinate with production, quality, maintenance, and leadership
• Keep the area clean, safe, and audit-ready
• Follow standard work, process requirements, and quality criteria
• Document process checks and production activity
• Contribute ideas that improve uptime, quality, and efficiency

Required qualifications

• Consistent, dependable attendance
• Mechanical aptitude; comfortable around machinery and automation
• Strong focus and observation skills in a fast-moving environment
• Willingness to troubleshoot, learn, and take ownership
• Commitment to process discipline and safety
• Ability to work night shift on a 2-2-3 rotation
• Effective communication and collaboration
• Motivation to grow into a more technical manufacturing path

Preferred experience

• Background in manufacturing, molding, machine operation, automation, or maintenance
• Experience diagnosing equipment issues on the production floor
• Exposure to plastics, robotics, or industrial maintenance
• Technical coursework, trade school, or continued industrial education

Education

• High school diploma or GED required
• Additional training in manufacturing, maintenance, mechatronics, or automation is a plus

Physical demands and environment

• Stand and walk for extended periods
• Lift, move, and handle materials and components as needed
• Work around production equipment in a manufacturing setting
• Follow all plant and safety requirements

Schedule and compensation

• Night shift: 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.
• 2-2-3 rotating schedule with built-in every-other-weekend time off
• Night shift differential: $1.50 per hour

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid insurance premiums for Team Members
• Vacation
• 401(k)
• $1.50/hour night shift differential
• 2-2-3 schedule
• Opportunity to expand skills in molding, automation, and maintenance
• Stable, full-time work in an advanced manufacturing environment

Technology you will work with

• Injection molding machines (Haitian, Engel)
• Industrial controls (Allen Bradley, Mitsubishi)
• Calipers and micrometers
• Vision systems
• Industrial robots

Key proficiencies

• Injection molding experience
• Tool/die/mold setup experience

About Airspeed

We produce precision components used in conducted energy devices and other complex parts where quality and process control cannot be compromised. This role places you at the center of that mission.

Career growth

Not a passive machine-watching position—this is a hands-on path to broaden your technical expertise across molding, automation, and front-line maintenance support.