Injection Molding Operator II
Cadence Inc
Summary
We're seeking a skilled plastic Injection Molding Operator II to set up, operate, and monitor plastic injection molding machines. This role involves reading blueprints, installing molds, adjusting machine settings, and conducting quality inspections to ensure parts meet specifications.
Job description
Key Responsibilities
- Set up and operate plastic injection molding machines.
- Load materials and install molds.
- Monitor machine performance and product quality.
- Troubleshoot and resolve process issues.
- Maintain accurate production records.
- Follow safety protocols and perform routine maintenance.
Qualifications
- 3-5 years of experience with injection molding equipment preferred.
- Ability to read technical diagrams and use measurement tools.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity.
- Basic computer and data entry skills.
- Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies.
Physical Requirements
- Standing for extended periods
- Lifting and handling heavy tools/molds
- Good vision and hand-eye coordination
Requirements
- 3-5 years of experience with injection molding equipment preferred
- Ability to read technical diagrams and use measurement tools
- Strong mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity
- Basic computer and data entry skills
- Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies
- Standing for extended periods
- Lifting and handling heavy tools/molds
- Good vision and hand-eye coordination
Company overview
Cadence Inc is a leading vertically integrated medical device contract manufacturing organization serving the medical device, diagnostics, and drug delivery markets worldwide. Founded in 1985 and headquartered in Staunton, Virginia, the company employs approximately 800 people across multiple locations in the United States and Costa Rica. Cadence provides comprehensive end-to-end manufacturing solutions, from early-stage product design and development collaboration through complete manufacturing and full supply chain management. The company specializes in precision engineering for complex medical devices, including micro-needles for drug delivery, surgical instruments, and assemblies for robotic surgery. With ISO 13485 certification and FDA registration across its facilities, Cadence serves top medical device and pharmaceutical OEMs, focusing on cardiovascular, diabetes care, ophthalmology, and robotic-assisted surgery markets. The company's vertically integrated approach combines design support, engineering expertise, ultra-high-precision manufacturing, in-house tooling, and full-scale production under one roof, enabling tighter quality control, faster timelines, and more dependable paths to commercialization for medical innovations.