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Injection Molding Technician - 3rd shift

Sarstedt, Inc.
Newton, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 10/21/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/20/2026





What We Do 
 

At SARSTEDT, we develop, manufacture, and distribute high-quality devices and consumables for medicine and scientific applications. Step into a manufacturing role that stands apart from the rest. At SARSTEDT, you’ll work in one of the cleanest, most advanced, state-of-the-art environments in the area, with climate-controlled facilities, and a strong focus on precision and quality. 


If you’re looking for competitive pay and benefits, real stability, and a clean, comfortable work environment year-round, you’ll find it here! 


For over 65 years, SARSTEDT has built its reputation on long-term thinking, avoiding major layoffs, investing in our people, and growing talent through cross-training and continuous development. During the COVID-19 pandemic, while many companies faced layoffs, SARSTEDT cross-trained employees to keep our people working. 


This isn’t just a job, it’s a place to build a secure career, grow your skills, and be part of a team that truly values its people. 



What You’ll Be Doing 

As our next Injection Molding Technician (3rd shift), you'll play a key role in keeping production running smoothly by setting up molds, troubleshooting issues, and esnuring quality and safety standards are met following production schedule. 

  • Perform color and order changes.
  • Perform complete mold changes and set-ups of all molding machinery.
  • Prepare all release paperwork including measuring of the product and start-up.
  • Responsible for first line visual and dimensional inspection of the product.
  • Perform line clearance before starting a new order.
  • Troubleshoot product defects, part containment, and other issues during production.
  • Responsible for keeping machine cards, orders, mold change reports, and process change sheets updated.
  • Work according to safety regulations at all times and reports unsafe conditions immediately.


 Requirements


  • Ability to work 3rd shift, 10:00pm-6:00am, Monday - Friday, plus occasional Saturday
  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and six months to one year related experience and/or training.
  • Previous injection molding experience required.
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
  • Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
  • Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
  • Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
  • To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Database, Inventory, and Manufacturing software.
  • While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear.
  • The employee is frequently required to walk and reach with hands and arms.
  • The employee is occasionally required to stand; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
  • The employee must occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds.
  • The employee is occasionally required to operate a motorized forklift.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
  • While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and extreme heat.
  • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.



How We Reward You
 

  • Compensation: Competitive pay $2.00 shift diff on 3rd shift 
  • Paid Time Off: Generous paid time off for you to recharge 
  • Paid Holidays: Nine (9) company paid holidays
  • Flexible Time Off: Two (2) additional floating paid floating holidays
  • Wellness PTO: Two (2) hours of PTO for annual preventative care, including physical, or vaccinations
  • Health: Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans, plus HSA and FSA options 
  • Wellness: Complimentary screenings and wellness assessments 
  • Fitness: Discounted YMCA/gym memberships, fitness classes, and wellness challenges
  • Mental Health: Confidential support resources for life and well-being
  • Retirement: 401(k) with company match
  • Leave Benefits: Paid parental leave 
  • Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and career growth opportunities
  • Employee Discounts: Enjoy discounts through select SARSTEDT partners




 
About Us 

Founded in 1961 by Walter Sarstedt as a one person operation in Nümbrecht, Germany, SARSTEDT has grown into a leading global provider of laboratory and medcial technology solutions, employing over 3,000 people across 13 production sites spanning Europe, North and South America, and Australia. Headquartered in Germany, SARSTEDT's U.S. operations are based in Newton, NC. 
 
 
As a family-owned company, the SARSTEDT family remains actively involved in leadership, driving innovation while staying grounded in our core values of partnership, quality, and long term commitment to our employees, customers, and suppliers.
 
 
Commitment to Quality

With approximately 90% of our products manufactured in our own facilities, we maintain full control from concept to delivery. Our integrated approach ensures consistent quality, proven supply reliability, and exceptional product support, while proudly delivering excellence “Made in Germany” and “Made in the U.S.A.”
 
 
To Learn More

Explore our Company Overview, History, the SARSTEDT Product Portfolio, and see how our values of Healthcare, Relationships, Innovation, Collaboration, and Sustainability, guide everything we do. For more, check out: SARSTEDT US (3-min). 


Equal Employment Opportunity
 
SARSTEDT is an equal opportunity employer. We believe that inclusion creates a productive workplace. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law. 


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