Injection Molding Technician

We are seeking an experienced Technical Group Leader to lead our Production Team in optimizing molding machine operations and ensuring the production of high-quality parts. This role requires a strong commitment to safety and a focus on developing and guiding team members in daily operations.

• Ensure all molding machines operate at optimum speeds and produce quality parts.
• Assist and assign team members in their daily duties, ensuring safety and accuracy.
• Provide a safe working environment and complete accident/incident reports as needed.
• Collaborate with Quality Assurance to ensure all presses produce quality parts.
• Manage all aspects of production, including machine efficiencies, downtime, and quality.
• Guide and train technical team members and material handlers.
• Enter production data into WEBEFF system.
• Implement disciplinary actions and maintain related documentation.
• Oversee housekeeping within the department.
• Determine necessary internal and external assistance for the department.
• Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and HACCP practices.
• Ensure compliance with SQF requirements and company policies.
• Promote a team-oriented environment and support colleagues as needed.
• Engage in safety activities and ensure communication of safe work expectations.
• Investigate and address line/equipment stoppages due to safety risks.
• Lead risk assessments and implement corrective/preventive actions.
• Conduct incident investigations and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure proper training and development for all assigned employees.
• Set and achieve goals for the organizational unit and motivate employees.
• Provide frequent performance feedback and coordinate additional training as needed.

• Experience with injection molding machines and plastics injection molding.
• Production supervision and safety training expertise.
• Risk assessment and documentation control skills.

• Strong commitment to a safe workplace and safety leadership.
• Accountability and initiative in ensuring safety over productivity.
• Effective communication skills for conveying safety, goals, and expectations.
• Ability to engage and support plant leadership vision.
• Experience in team development and talent cultivation.
• Problem-solving and conflict resolution abilities.

Join us for a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, paid time off, company-paid holidays, wellbeing programs, and a retirement savings plan with company match. We offer a supportive environment that values safety, development, and continuous learning.

The work environment includes exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes, airborne particles, extreme heat, and loud noise levels. Occasionally, you may encounter wet or humid conditions, high places, toxic chemicals, or vibration. Shifts include a 12-hour day schedule from 6:30 AM to 7 PM or a 12-hour night schedule from 6:30 PM to 7 AM, with additional compensation for night shifts.

This is a Permanent position based out of Tolleson, AZ.

The pay range for this position is $49920.00 - $66560.00/yr.

Medical, dental and vision plans Paid time off, starting at 40 hours per year for full-time hourly employees, may vary by location Company-paid holidays starting at 8 days per year and may vary by location Wellbeing programs & Employee Assistance Program Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account Life insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, and voluntary benefits Paid Parental Leave Retirement Savings Plan with company match Tuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval) Discretionary bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)

This is a fully onsite position in Tolleson,AZ.

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 26, 2026.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.