How to hire a plastic molder

How to hire a plastic molder, step by step

Here's a step-by-step plastic molder hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a plastic molder job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new plastic molder
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you start hiring a plastic molder, identify what type of worker you actually need. Certain positions might call for a full-time employee, while others can be done by a part-time worker or contractor.

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   You should also consider the ideal background you'd like them a plastic molder to have before you start to hire. For example, what industry or field would you like them to have experience in, what level of seniority or education does the job require, and how much it'll cost to hire a plastic molder that fits the bill.

   This list presents plastic molder salaries for various positions.

   Type of Plastic Molder	Description	Hourly rate
   Plastic Molder	Metal and plastic machine workers set up and operate machines that cut, shape, and form metal and plastic materials or pieces.	$12-18
   Composite Technician	A composite technician specializes in producing and repairing composite materials, ensuring quality and efficiency. Their responsibilities include coordinating with engineers and specialists, studying designs and diagrams, operating machines and equipment, and developing strategies to optimize workflow... Show more	$12-20
   Die Setter	In manufacturing facilities, a die setter is primarily in charge of setting up machines and equipment, selecting and utilizing various tools, preparing molds, gathering measurements and analyzing data, keeping records, monitoring the operations of machinery, and processing products according to protocols. They may also conduct regular maintenance checks, troubleshoot errors, perform basic repairs or adjustments, and produce regular reports for managers... Show more	$13-22

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Plastic Mold
   • Hand Tools

   Responsibilities:

   • Produce medical tubing using extrusion press molders.
   • Manufacture air bags in the only Nike facility in the world that focuses on air bags for shoes.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your plastic molder job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. A plastic molder salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, plastic molders' average salary in kansas is 42% less than in alaska.
   • Seniority. Entry-level plastic molders earn 36% less than senior-level plastic molders.
   • Certifications. A plastic molder with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in a plastic molder's salary.

   Average plastic molder salary

   $15.33hourly

   $31,891 yearly

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   Entry-level plastic molder salary

   $25,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 17, 2025

4. Writing a plastic molder job description

   A job description for a plastic molder role includes a summary of the job's main responsibilities, required skills, and preferred background experience. Including a salary range can also go a long way in attracting more candidates to apply, and showing the first name of the hiring manager can also make applicants more comfortable. As an example, here's a plastic molder job description:

   Plastic molder job description example

   Clearwater, Florida based well established company is growing! Looking for entry level machine operators who are willing to learn while they earn!
   1st shift - $13.00/hr - Monday thru Friday OVERTIME AVAILABLE
   2nd shift - $14.00/hr - Monday thru Thursday OVERTIME AVAILABLE
   3rd shift - $14.00/hr - Sunday to Friday OVERTIME AVAILABLE
   
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   $500.00 bonus if you bring a friend and they work 90 days at this company. When your friend work 180 days at this same company there is a $1, 000 bonus to you.
   
   YOUR FRIEND receives a $250 bonus after 90 days working at this company. When your friend works at this same company for 180 days they receive $500.00!
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   Plastic Injection Mold Operator Responsibilities:
   --Monitor machine
   --Take plastic part of of machine
   --Remove excess plastic from part
   
   Plastic Injection Mold Operator Skills Needed:
   --Good eye/hand coordination
   --Able to distinguish size and color
   --Able to stand or sit for long periods of time, bend, stoop, reach overhead, and lift to 30 pounds
   --Read, write and speak English to include written and verbal instructions.
   
   Drug Free Workplace / Background Screening / EOEClearwater, Florida based well established company is growing! Looking for entry level machine operators who are willing to learn while they earn!
   
   1st shift - $12.00/hr - Monday thru Friday OVERTIME AVAILABLE
   2nd shift - $13.00/hr - Monday thru Thursday OVERTIME AVAILABLE
   3rd shift - $13.00/hr - Sunday to Friday OVERTIME AVAILABLE
   
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   $500.00 bonus if you bring a friend and they work 90 days at this company. When your friend work 180 days at this same company there is a $1, 000 bonus to you.
   
   YOUR FRIEND receives a $250 bonus after 90 days working at this company. When your friend works at this same company for 180 days they receive $500.00!
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   Plastic Injection Mold Operator Responsibilities:
   --Monitor machine
   --Take plastic part of of machine
   --Remove excess plastic from part
   
   Plastic Injection Mold Operator Skills Needed:
   --Good eye/hand coordination
   --Able to distinguish size and color
   --Able to stand or sit for long periods of time, bend, stoop, reach overhead, and lift to 30 pounds
   --Read, write and speak English to include written and verbal instructions.
   
   Drug Free Workplace / Background Screening / EOE

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5. Post your job

   To find the right plastic molder for your business, consider trying out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important sources of talent for any company is its existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and current employees and ask if they know or have worked with plastic molders they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit plastic molders who meet your education requirements.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter now have more than 3.5 billion users, and you can use social media to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your plastic molder job on Zippia to find and recruit plastic molder candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit plastic molders, your first interview needs to engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. You can go into more detail about the company, the role, and the responsibilities during follow-up interviews.

   Remember to include a few questions that allow candidates to expand on their strengths in their own words. Asking about their unique skills might reveal things you'd miss otherwise. At this point, good candidates can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new plastic molder

   Once you have selected a candidate for the plastic molder position, it is time to create an offer letter. In addition to salary, the offer letter should include details about benefits and perks that are available to the employee. Ensuring your offer is competitive is vital, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and it is important to be open to discussion and reach a mutually beneficial agreement. After the offer has been accepted, it is a good idea to formalize the agreement with a contract.

   It's also good etiquette to follow up with applicants who don't get the job by sending them an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   To prepare for the new plastic molder first day, you should share an onboarding schedule with them that covers their first period on the job. You should also quickly complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Finally, Human Resources must ensure a new employee file is created for internal record keeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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