Mold Injection Operator (1st Shift - Immediate Start)

Company: Linked Professional Services
Location: Utica
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

Job Title: Injection Molding Operator Shift: 1st Shift | Tuesday – Friday| 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM Pay: $16.00/hr Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire Start Date: ASAP Job Summary: We are seeking a dependable Manufacturing Operator to support injection molding and assembly operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This is a hands-on, temp-to-hire opportunity for someone who takes pride in quality, safety, and consistent production. Responsibilities: Report to your workstation 10 minutes before shift change to review machine performance, quality issues, and standard procedures Operate injection molding machines and/or assembly equipment per standard operating procedures Review daily quality requirements, operator instructions, quality alerts, and packaging instructions Perform visual inspections to identify defects or damage Verify scale settings and ensure proper packaging and labeling Package parts carefully to prevent contamination or damage Count and record good parts and scrap throughout the shift Communicate excessive scrap or defects to Quality or the Shift Supervisor Maintain press collection bins to inspection standards Safely operate grinders as required Perform 5S activities per schedule Assist other team members as needed to meet production demands Follow all MIOSHA safety requirements Complete other duties as assigned by supervision or management Qualifications: High school diploma or GED Ability to understand written and verbal instructions Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) Ability to follow detailed procedures and exercise sound judgment Strong communication skills Understanding of workplace safety practices Physi cal Requirements: Ability to stand, walk, sit, reach, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, or climb stairs as needed Use hands for handling tools, parts, and controls Vision requirements include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals Work Environment: Manufacturing environment with operating machinery and variable temperatures PPE is provided and required Strict adherence to safety protocols is expected Linked, LLC is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We celebrate and embrace differences and are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. Our goal is to ensure that every employee and applicant is treated with respect and fairness. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates and are committed to making reasonable accommodations to support diverse needs throughout the hiring process. Linked, LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is dedicated to fostering a work environment where everyone can thrive.

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