Mold Machine Operator

At S&C Electric Company, a 100% employee-owned company, we help keep the lights on for people and businesses worldwide. Our manufacturing roles build the equipment that protects the critical infrastructure of the power grid, and each of our team members lends their unique skills to this crucial mission. We empower our people by providing pathways to a long-term career and support them in their professional growth by sustaining a culture founded on respect, strengthened by collaboration, and measured by our shared successes. The manufacturing industry is booming with opportunities to learn new things, expand your skills, and build a long-term career. Join S&C to make an impact on tomorrow’s energy challenges and become an employee-owner! 1st Shift Monday – Thursday 5:00 AM to 3:30 PM Overtime on Fridays when necessary Compensation At S&C, we are dedicated to providing competitive and equitable compensation for all our team members, with a commitment to transparency in our pay practices. The estimated hourly pay rate for this position is $21.00 per hour. This role is also eligible for S&C’s annual short-term incentive bonus, subject to eligibility criteria. Mold Machine Operator A Mold Machine Operator is responsible for operating an injection molding machine to produce polymer components efficiently. This role involves reviewing job orders and blueprints, setting up molds, adjusting parameters, and monitoring production to maintain optimal machinery conditions. Key Responsibilities Operate injection molding machine, ensuring the smooth and efficient production of simple polymer components. Review job orders and simple blueprints to understand molding requirements. Set up molds, adjust parameters, and monitor production, maintaining optimal operating conditions for the machinery. Comfortable wearing respirator for different periods of time. Cycle molding machine and monitor its progress while performing secondary operations such as deflashing, inspection, visual and mechanical application of lubricating grease, and packaging of finished product. Inspect finished products for defects, following quality assurance guidelines and escalating quality issues when needed. Use hand tools like files, hammer, scrapper, air nozzle to blow off excess and clean molds, maintaining cleanliness and functionality of equipment. Apply silicone mold release with a brush to ensure things don’t stick, facilitating efficient production processes. Perform sandblasting operations as required. Document completed jobs, ensuring accuracy and prompt reporting of issues. Meet department targets and consistently adhere to quality and safety standards. Understand and comply with all applicable Company policies and rules. Work with departmental mentors to gain and apply feedback in pursuit of improved work quality. Maintain regular and punctual attendance. Attend in-person or virtual meetings as requested or required. Communicate effectively and respectfully with others. Other responsibilities as assigned. Job Requirements High School Diploma or Equivalent Experience. Entry level experience in a production environment. Ability to use hand tools and precision measuring instruments such as scales and calipers. Basic knowledge of machine controls and programs. Ability to read blueprints. Ability to work independently and meet requirements of assigned materials requests. Good communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to articulate information efficiently and effectively to team members in a variety of production support departments. Able to elevate and explain issues to team leads and supervisors as needed. Basic computer skills with the ability to review and respond to requests via internal applications. Basic math skills with the ability to calculate quantities, weights, and measurements. Good interpersonal and organizational skills with the ability to understand and complete requests given by team members inside and outside of the department. Good critical thinking skills with the ability to solve problems and understand efforts to improve processes. Good attention to detail with the ability to complete precise tasks and follow instructions accurately. Ability and willingness to follow Health Safety & Environment procedures accurately, reporting concerns promptly to the safety action team. S&C Electric is committed to equal-opportunity employment. All employees and applicants will be considered without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation to complete the application, please email us at View email address on click.appcast.io. About Us In 1909, S&C Electric Company transformed the delivery of safe, reliable electricity with the invention of the Liquid Power Fuse. Today, as the world faces extreme weather events and the demand for electricity grows, S&C continues to innovate and advance the electrical grid, ensuring reliable and resilient power for homes, communities, and critical infrastructure around the world. With a diverse, global workforce and core values around integrity, safety, and quality, S&C is a trusted industry leader and top workplace that offers meaningful careers to more than 3,500 team members. As a people-first organization, S&C is committed to fostering an inclusive and collaborative workplace where team members advance their careers through robust talent-development programs and involved leadership. S&C’s deeply rooted belief diversity fosters greater creativity, innovation, and success guides the company to advance and sustain a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace culture. Health and Welfare Benefits: Medical & Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account (HSA), Group Life Insurance, optional Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance, Wellbeing Resources including Employee Assistance Program and Family Forming Benefits (i.e., Adoption and Fertility support) Leave Benefits: Vacation Time, Sick Time, Paid Holidays and Company Shutdown days, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Other Leaves, Paid Parental Time and Military Leave Retirement Benefits: 401(k) Retirement Savings and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (KSOP) offering traditional and Roth 401(k) options and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) component; KSOP participants can receive annual ESOP company contributions of over 11% of eligible earnings (3% Core, up to 3.5% Match, Variable Periodic). About the Team In (Production Operations/QA) we are responsible for maintaining S&C's longstanding reputation for quality products. While constantly integrating the latest technology into S&C's processes and adhering to the highest standards of quality, our work solidifies the trust our customers have in S&C that our equipment will be integral to solving tomorrow's energy challenges. We strive for continuous improvement in everything we do, knowing that our work impacts our customers, out team members, and our world. Job Info Job Identification 106457 Job Category Production (Hourly) Posting Date 04/07/2026, 01:02 PM Degree Level High School Graduate Job Schedule Full time Locations 5251 West Franklin Drive, Franklin, WI, 53132, US 251 West Franklin Drive, Franklin, WI, 53132, US (On-site) #J-18808-Ljbffr S & C Electric Company