Injection Operator Level 1 and 2

We are seeking Injection Operator Level 1 and Level 2 candidates for temp-to-hire opportunities in a modern production and injection molding environment in Buffalo, NY. These roles are ideal for reliable, safety-focused individuals who want to build or grow a career in manufacturing, production operations, and injection molding. Injection Operator Level 1 is a great fit for candidates with entry-level production experience or a strong interest in learning injection molding operations.

Injection Operator Level 2 is designed for candidates with hands‑on manufacturing or injection molding experience who can support machine operation, quality checks, troubleshooting, and team productivity. This opportunity offers steady full‑time onsite work, paid training, a team‑oriented environment, and clear growth potential into technical, process, and leadership career paths. Candidates can expect supportive leadership, a strong focus on safety and quality, and a workplace that values dependability, continuous improvement, and positive teamwork.

• Operate and monitor injection molding machines, auxiliary equipment, and related production equipment to support daily production goals.
• Perform visual inspections, quality checks, packaging, labeling, and documentation to ensure finished products meet specifications.
• Supply raw materials, packaging materials, and work‑in‑process materials to production areas while following inventory and traceability requirements.
• Identify, isolate, and report non‑conforming materials, process deviations, equipment abnormalities, or quality concerns.
• Follow all safety, GMP, food safety, quality, environmental, and housekeeping standards, including maintaining an organized work area using 5S principles.
• For Level 2 candidates, assist with startups, shutdowns, changeovers, troubleshooting, setup verification, material changes, and training support for newer operators.

• Pay range: $21.00 to $25.00 per hour.
• Injection Operator Level 1 pay range: $21.00 to $23.00 per hour.
• Injection Operator Level 2 pay range: $23.00 to $25.00 per hour.
• Job type:
  Temp-to-hire.
• Work location:
  
  Full‑time onsite in Buffalo, NY 14225.
• Department:
  Production / Injection Molding.
• Paid training and development opportunities.
• Career advancement opportunities into Process Technician, Shift Leader, technical, and leadership roles.
• Stable manufacturing environment with advanced injection molding technology.
• Team‑oriented culture focused on safety, quality, and operational excellence.

• Operate injection molding machines and related production equipment in a high‑volume manufacturing setting.
• Monitor production output, quality standards, machine performance, and process conditions.
• Package, label, inspect, and document finished products according to specifications.
• Support material handling, production records, safety procedures, and continuous improvement activities.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 1 to 2 years of manufacturing, production, machine operation, or related experience preferred.
• Injection molding experience preferred for Level 2 and considered an asset for Level 1.
• Ability to follow work instructions, inspection procedures, safety requirements, GMP standards, and quality guidelines.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify defects, abnormalities, and process concerns.
• Basic computer skills and the ability to maintain accurate production or quality documentation.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Dependable attendance, strong work ethic, and willingness to remain active throughout the shift.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 50 pounds during…