Molding Technician I

## Molding Technician IApplylocations:
Richmond Manufacturing time type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Yesterday time left to apply:
End Date:
August 7, 2026 (13 days left to apply) job requisition :

** Job Description
**** Key Responsibilities
*** Dismantle, clean, assemble, and set up molding tools for production
* Perform mold changes and prepare machines for production runs
* Troubleshoot basic molding and equipment issues; escalate complex issues as needed
* Monitor cycle times, injection intervals, and part quality
* Support operators with process-related questions
* Maintain mold cleanliness and readiness for production
* Collaborate with production and mold maintenance teams to minimize downtime
* Support production across multiple molding machines as directed, prioritizing tasks based on production needs
* May perform or assist in end-to-end molding operator and changeover technician duties as needed to support production continuity and meet business demands
* Provide basic training and guidance to operators, interns, and trainees
* Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and safety protocols
* Apply Lean Continuous Improvement (LCI) principles in daily work
* Support general production activities as needed
* Willingness to travel domestically and internationally for training as needed
** Equipment & Technology Scope
** Experience with foundational injection molding equipment and production platforms, including but not limited to:
* Standard injection molding machines (25-ton to 150-ton presses)
* High-volume production environments
* Manual and semi-automated systems
** Education & Experience
*** High school diploma or General Educational Development (GED)
* 2–5 years of manufacturing experience (plastics preferred)
* Technical certificate or coursework in plastics technology, manufacturing, or mechanical systems
* Exposure to injection molding machine interfaces (e.g., Arburg, Engel, or similar)
* Starting Hourly Rate $27.95
** Core Competencies
*** Basic understanding of injection molding processes and parameters
* Mechanical aptitude and safe tool handling
* Ability to follow standard work and procedures
* Basic troubleshooting and issue identification
* Ability to manage tasks across multiple machines under supervision
* Basic mathematical skills, including the ability to work with metric units (e.g., millimeters, grams, degrees Celsius)
** Compensation
* * The salary for this position has a range of $27.95 - $27.95 based on anticipated responsibilities, market benchmarks, and organizational constraints. The LEGO Group carefully considers a wide range of compensation factors, including but not limited to prior experience, skills, expertise, location, internal equity, and other considerations permitted by law. The comprehensive remuneration details, inclusive of benefits, will be communicated upon finalisation of the employment offer.

Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis. However, please note we do amend or withdraw our jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including prior to any advertised closing date. So, if you're interested in this role we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
** What’s in it for you?
** Here are some of what to expect:
** Family*
* ** Care*
* ** Leave –
** We offer enhanced paid leave options for those important times.
** Insurances –
** All colleagues are covered by our life and disability insurance which provides protection and peace of mind.
** Wellbeing** – We want you to be your best self, so you’ll have access to the Headspace App and lots of wellbeing initiatives and programs run by local teams where you are based
** Colleague*
* ** Discount** – We know you'll love to build so from day 1 you will qualify for our generous colleague discount.
** Bonus** – We do our best work to succeed together. When goals are reached and if eligible, you'll be rewarded through our bonus scheme
** Your workplace –
** When you join the team you'll be assigned a primary workplace location i.e. one of our Offices, stores or factories. Our hybrid work policy means an average of 3 days per week in the office. The hiring team will discuss the policy and role eligibility with you during the…