Plastic Injection Molding Technologist

Are you an experienced Injection Molding Technician, Process Technician, or Mold Setter looking for your next opportunity? We're seeking a hands‑on professional to help keep our high‑volume plastic injection molding operation running efficiently while driving quality, productivity, and continuous improvement.

In this role, you'll troubleshoot equipment, optimize molding processes, support production teams, and work with advanced automation technology to ensure products meet the highest quality standards.

Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and process‑related issues

Set up, adjust, and optimize injection molding machines for maximum performance

Perform mold changes, machine setups, repairs, and preventative maintenance

Investigate quality concerns and implement corrective actions

Monitor and improve cycle times, reduce scrap, and increase efficiency

Support and train production operators on equipment and troubleshooting

Work with Engineering, Quality, Production, and Maintenance teams to improve processes

Use measuring and inspection tools to ensure products meet specifications

Experience with plastic injection molding in a manufacturing environment

Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills

Experience with machine setup, mold changes, and process optimization

Knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and mechanical systems

Ability to read, understand, and adjust machine parameters

Experience using precision measuring and inspection equipment

Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team environment

Experience with Husky injection molding machines

Experience with PET preforms and high‑cavitation molds

Experience in continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives

Experience working in fast‑paced, automated manufacturing environments

Work with advanced manufacturing technology and automated equipment

Career growth and advancement opportunities

Ongoing training and professional development

Collaborative team environment

Exposure to global manufacturing projects and industry‑leading processes

Opportunity to make a direct impact on production performance and quality

This position is based in a fast‑paced manufacturing facility focused on high‑volume plastic injection molding. You'll work with advanced molding equipment, automated systems, and precision inspection tools while partnering with production, quality, engineering, and maintenance teams to drive operational excellence.

• Injection Molding Technician

• Process Technician

• Mold Setter

• Maintenance Technician

• Manufacturing Technician

• Automation Technician

• Plastics Process Technician

• Tooling Technician

This is a Permanent position based out of Jennings, MO.

The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $110000.00/yr.

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.

401(k)401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Health savings account

Paid time off Vision insurance

This is a fully onsite position in Jennings,MO.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 20, 2026.

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…