About the role
Overview
Lead Plastic Injection Molding
Location: Brenham, TX
Hours:
7:00 am to 3:30pm, Monday through Friday. One shift facility
Pay
Starting at $25.00 per hour (based on experience)
Job Overview
Mechanical Rubber Texas is looking for an experienced Lead Plastic Injection Molding
Operator
who can run machines, solve problems on the floor, and help lead a small team. This is a working lead position — you’ll be hands-on with setups, mold changes, and troubleshooting while keeping production moving and quality on point.
What We Offer
Benefits
After 90 days
Company-paid dental insurance
Company-paid vision insurance
Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
After 1 year
Life insurance
401(k) with employer match
Responsibilities
- Set up and run plastic injection molding machines
- Perform mold changes, startups, and process adjustments
- Troubleshoot machine, mold, material, and part issues
- Lead and support operators during daily production
- Make sure parts meet quality requirements
- Watch cycle times, scrap, and overall production flow
- Train operators on proper setup, operation, and safety
- Work with maintenance and supervisors to fix issues fast
- Keep work areas clean, safe, and organized
- Complete basic production and quality paperwork
Qualifications
What We’re Looking For
- 5+ years of hands-on plastic injection molding experience
- Previous lead experience or someone ready to step into a lead role
- Strong troubleshooting skills and mechanical ability
- Comfortable working on the floor and leading by example
- Able to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for long periods
- Good communication and a team-first attitude
Nice to Have
Rubber or elastomer molding experience
Preventive maintenance experience
Company Website
https://www.mechanicalrubber.com/
Company Profile
We are a business-to-business custom rubber manufacturer serving a wide range of industries. Our team is collaborative, hands-on, and committed to providing high-quality products and customer service.