Production Operator- 1st Shift; Stamping OR Molding

Production Operator- 1st Shift (Stamping OR Molding)

Join the Molex Aerospace & Defense Solutions (ADS) manufacturing team as a Production Operator
. In this role, you will operate manufacturing equipment and support production processes to deliver high-quality, defect-free products. You will follow established work instructions, monitor equipment and product quality, and contribute to a safe, efficient, and continuous-improvement-focused manufacturing environment.

This posting may support opportunities within our Molding or Stamping operations
, based on experience, qualifications, and business needs.

Our Team

You will be part of a production team that works closely with Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, and other manufacturing partners to meet production goals and customer requirements. Our team values safety, quality, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement while manufacturing products for demanding aerospace and defense applications.

What You Will Do

• Operate production equipment and machinery according to established work instructions, procedures, and safety requirements.
• Load raw materials and components, start and monitor equipment, and perform routine machine adjustments within established guidelines.
• Inspect finished and in-process products to identify defects and ensure products meet quality and dimensional requirements.
• Use basic inspection and measurement equipment as required by the manufacturing process.
• Complete production records, traceability documentation, and other required paperwork accurately.
• Monitor equipment and processes for abnormalities and elevate quality, equipment, or production concerns to the appropriate Lead, Technician, Quality, or Engineering partner.
• Perform routine equipment and work-area activities such as cleaning, material handling, basic troubleshooting, and preventative operator checks.
• Follow all safety, quality, environmental, and regulatory requirements applicable to the work area.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities, including 5S, waste reduction, productivity improvements, and process improvements.
• Work collaboratively with team members to meet production, quality, delivery, and safety objectives.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Experience working in a manufacturing, production, machine-operation, or similar hands‑on environment.
• Ability to follow written work instructions, procedures, and safety requirements.
• Basic math and measurement skills.
• Ability to identify quality issues and communicate concerns to appropriate team members.
• Ability to work safely around manufacturing machinery and equipment.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive manufacturing tasks throughout the shift.
• Ability to lift and move materials as required by the position and site guidelines.

What Will Put You Ahead

• Previous experience operating molding, stamping, press, or other automated manufacturing equipment
  .
• Experience in aerospace, defense, automotive, electronics, connector, or other high‑precision manufacturing environments.
• Experience using calipers, micrometers, gauges, or other inspection and measurement tools.
• Experience performing basic machine setup, changeovers, adjustments, or troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with manufacturing quality systems, traceability requirements, and controlled work instructions.
• Experience working in a Lean manufacturing environment and participating in 5S, Kaizen, or other continuous improvement activities.

For this role, we anticipate paying $17 - $20 per hour. This role is eligible for variable pay, issued as a monetary bonus or in another form.

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