Molding Technician - 5K Sign On Bonus, 2nd & 3rd Shifts Available

Johnson Electric • Springfield, TN

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Johnson Electric is hiring an onsite Molding Technician for its Springfield, Tennessee manufacturing team. The role supports injection molding operations by setting up, monitoring, and adjusting equipment and processes; troubleshooting molding, equipment, and process issues; and helping ensure product quality, safe operations, and efficient production. The technician performs mold setups and supports changeovers, maintains process settings and documentation, and works with Engineering and Quality to meet specifications and customer requirements. The position also supports continuous improvement initiatives to reduce scrap and improve cycle times.

The role is available on second or third shift and includes shift differential pay. Occasional overtime may be required as business needs dictate. Eligible candidates receive a $5,000 sign-on bonus in two installments: 50% within the first 30 days of employment and the remaining 50% during the seventh month, subject to continued employment in good standing.

Johnson Electric describes its culture as global, inclusive, diverse, and equitable, and emphasizes employee growth, ownership, and fulfillment.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of experience working with injection molding processing equipment.
• 2–3 years of injection molding setup experience.
• Knowledge of injection molding equipment, tooling, and plastic materials.
• Hands-on troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read technical drawings, specifications, and process documentation.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work onsite in Springfield, Tennessee, on second or third shift.
• Flexibility to work occasional overtime as business needs require.

Nice To Haves

• Automotive injection molding experience.
• Knowledge of scientific molding techniques.
• Continuous improvement experience.
• New product launch or process validation experience.
• Familiarity with IATF 16949 automotive quality requirements.

Responsibilities

• Set up, monitor, and adjust injection molding equipment and processes.
• Troubleshoot molding, equipment, and process-related issues.
• Monitor machine parameters to maintain product quality and production efficiency.
• Perform mold setups and support changeovers.
• Work with Engineering and Quality to meet specifications and customer requirements.
• Maintain process settings and documentation.
• Support continuous improvement efforts to reduce scrap and improve cycle times.
• Follow safety, environmental, and quality requirements.

Benefits

• $5,000 sign-on bonus, paid in two installments subject to continued employment in good standing.
• Shift differential pay.
• Technology-focused manufacturing environment.
• Opportunities to contribute to continuous improvement.
• Inclusive, team-oriented workplace.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed