Manufacturing Operator

We are seeking an experienced Manufacturing
Operator to join a growing manufacturing team in the Wilmington, MA area. This individual will operate injection molding equipment and supporting automated production systems within a quality-focused, regulated manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate will have previous hands-on injection molding experience, solid mechanical aptitude, and the ability to recognize equipment or product issues, perform basic troubleshooting, and upscale more complex problems appropriately.

• Operate injection molding machines and related production equipment according to established procedures.
• Monitor automated equipment and production processes to maintain consistent operation.
• Perform routine visual inspections and in-process quality checks.
• Respond to machine alarms and perform approved basic troubleshooting and equipment resets.
• Identify recurring defects, equipment issues, or abnormal production conditions and
• Identify recurring defects, equipment issues, or abnormal production conditions and escape when necessary.
• Assist with machine setup, changeovers, and routine equipment activities.
• Verify correct materials, product identification, labeling, and packaging.
• Identify and properly segregate nonconforming product.
• Complete required production and equipment documentation.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe production environment.
• Follow applicable quality, safety, and manufacturing procedures.
• Provide guidance and support to less-experienced operators as needed.
• Collaborate with Production, Quality, Engineering, and Maintenance teams to support manufacturing operations.

• High school diploma or GED required; technical or vocational training is a plus.
• Previous injection molding machine operation experience required
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• Experience working with automated production equipment, robotics, or inspection systems preferred.
• Previous experience in a regulated or quality-focused manufacturing environment preferred.
• Understanding of injection molding and general manufacturing processes.
• Ability to recognize and respond appropriately to machine alarms and equipment issues.
• Basic mechanical or electro-mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality.
• Ability to follow SOPs, work instructions, and established operating procedures.
• Ability to work independently while effectively communicating issues to the appropriate team members.
• Strong safety awareness, reliability, and teamwork.
• Experience in medical device, pharmaceutical, plastics, or other regulated manufacturing environments is a plus.
• Flexibility to work overtime or varying shifts based on production needs.

Candidates with experience in any of the following areas may be especially well suited:

• Injection molding
• Plastics manufacturing
• Automated manufacturing equipment
• Robotics or automated material handling
• Visual or automated inspection systems
• Regulated manufacturing
• Cleanroom production
• Machine setup and changeovers
• Basic equipment troubleshooting
• In-process quality inspection
• 5S or other organized manufacturing environments

This position works within a structured manufacturing environment and requires regular interaction with production equipment and automated systems. Candidates should be comfortable standing or walking for extended periods, performing repetitive production activities, following applicable PPE and safety requirements, and working around manufacturing machinery.

Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

California residents:
Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Benefits Information:

Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings.

We look forward to working with you! Beacon Hill. Employing the Future