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Injection Molding Process Technician – Automation Cells

Airspeed Manufacturing Vietnam
Mebane, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 4/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/7/2026
Build precision parts that matter while mastering automation at night

At Airspeed, we manufacture precision components for conducted energy devices and other complex applications where consistency and process control are critical. As an Injection Molding Process Technician – Automation Cells, you will be hands-on at the intersection of molding, robotics, and front-line equipment support.

A night in this role

Just before 7:00 p.m., the floor comes alive. You step into a highly automated cell, review startup checks, scan machine and vision system readouts, and make the small adjustments that keep quality on target. When a robotic pick hesitates or a parameter drifts, you troubleshoot first, escalate when needed, and keep production moving safely and efficiently. You collaborate with production, quality, and maintenance, document process checks, and leave the area clean and organized for the next team.

What you will tackle

  • Oversee daily operation of injection molding and automated work cells
  • Monitor performance, quality trends, and downtime; act quickly on abnormalities
  • Support startups, changeovers, minor adjustments, and basic troubleshooting
  • Serve as the first line for small automation and equipment issues; escalate larger problems
  • Partner with production, quality, maintenance, and leadership to hit targets
  • Follow work instructions, process specifications, and safety protocols
  • Complete required production and process documentation
  • Drive continuous improvement to boost uptime, quality, and efficiency

What you bring

  • Reliable attendance and a safety-first mindset
  • Mechanical aptitude and comfort working with machines and automation
  • Focus, observation, and engagement in a fast-paced environment
  • Curiosity to troubleshoot, learn, and take ownership
  • Discipline to follow processes and quality standards
  • Ability to work night shift on a 2-2-3 rotation
  • Clear communication and teamwork
  • Desire to grow into a more technical manufacturing role

Preferred background

  • Experience in manufacturing, molding, machine operation, automation, or maintenance
  • Hands-on troubleshooting experience in production
  • Exposure to plastics, automation, robotics, or industrial maintenance
  • Technical training, trade school coursework, or ongoing industrial education

Education

  • High school diploma or GED required
  • Training in manufacturing, maintenance, mechatronics, automation, or related field is a plus

Tools and tech you will use

  • Injection molding machines (Haitian, Engel)
  • Industrial controls (Allen Bradley, Mitsubishi)
  • Calipers and micrometers
  • Vision systems
  • Industrial robots

Proficiencies that help you succeed

  • Injection molding experience
  • Tool/die/mold setup experience

Schedule and pay

  • Night shift: 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.
  • 2-2-3 rotating schedule with every-other-weekend time off
  • Night shift differential: $1.50 per hour

Benefits and perks

  • 100% employer-paid insurance premiums for Team Members
  • Vacation
  • 401(k)
  • $1.50/hour night shift differential
  • 2-2-3 schedule
  • Opportunities to grow skills in molding, automation, and maintenance
  • Stable, full-time role in an advanced manufacturing environment

Why this role stands out

This is a career-building position for someone who wants to be deeply involved in how the process performs. You will gain exposure across molding, automation, and front-line maintenance support—ideal for expanding your technical skill set and advancing within manufacturing.

Salary : $32 - $35

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