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

Johnson Electric Group • Springfield, TN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Join Johnson Electric’s Springfield manufacturing team as a Molding Technician. In this hands-on role, you will support injection molding operations by troubleshooting molding and equipment issues, making process adjustments, and helping ensure quality, safety, and efficient production. The role is onsite in Springfield, Tennessee, with 2nd- or 3rd-shift availability and shift differential pay.

The position offers a $5,000 sign-on bonus, paid in two installments to eligible candidates: 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. The company values employees’ varied backgrounds, knowledge, skills, creativity, and talents, and is committed to supporting employees’ growth, ownership, and fulfillment in their work.

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 2nd or 3rd 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.
• Opportunities to contribute to continuous improvement.
• Inclusive, team-oriented workplace.

What This Job Offers

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