Shift 3 Molding Support, Plastics

CARRIS REELS INC • Rutland, VT

7d • $18 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

Join a Team That Builds More Than Products — We Build Careers! At Carris Reels, our people aren’t just employees — they’re employee-owners. As Molding Support, you’ll play a hands-on role in producing high-quality plastic components that support industries across the country. Bring your skills, your curiosity, and your drive — and we’ll invest in your growth and success.

Requirements

• Ability to lift/move up to 60 lbs safely and effectively.
• A positive attitude, self-motivation, and a desire to keep learning new skills.
• Interpersonal and group communications skills are necessary.
• High School Diploma or educational equivalent preferred.
• Entry level, some experience in a manufacturing setting is preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in injection molding or extrusion processes (preferred).
• Comfort using hand tools and measuring equipment (tape measure proficiency a plus).
• A mechanical mindset with strong problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor injection molding components with precision and attention to detail.
• Perform quality checks, and deflash parts to meet customer specifications.
• Follow all safety protocols — your wellbeing and that of your teammates come first.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient workspace.
• Collaborate with team members and actively contribute to a positive, supportive environment.
• Stay flexible — assist with other areas or buildings as business needs change.
• Show up strong: reliable attendance and willingness to work overtime when needed.
• Successfully complete testing sheets and other documents.
• Complete tasks as directed by manufacturing schedules and customer specifications with minimum supervision.
• Be familiar with, and use, measuring tools.
• Read and interpret customer spec cards and maintain production flow.
• Clean and maintain the work area.
• Follow prescribed safety regulations including the use of personal protective equipment.
• Report defective materials, or questionable conditions, to the department supervisor.

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) — become an owner in the company!
• Annual Profit Sharing and potential monthly production incentives.
• Excellent Benefits Package — Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k).
• Weekly pay and steady, year-round schedules.
• Paid holidays and work-life balance.
• Discounted company gear and exclusive employee perks.
• A strong, supportive, and safety-focused team environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED