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MOLDING OPERATOR II - 3rd Shift

TE Connectivity · Jonestown, PAtoday
$41k

High school-level Manufacturing / Production roles on Crosslinked list a median of $56k (136 that show pay).

Operate extruder and downstream equipment, inspect molded parts, and handle plastic pellet and regrind materials.

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Might not be for you. 3rd shift (11pm-7am) with entry-level pay and repetitive production work.

Mostly at the benchHands-on execution First industry roleBS acceptable Realistic requirements

Adjacent materials roleOperate extruder and downstream equipment; transport plastic pellets; segregate regrinds and virgin plastic materials

H-1B filings

TE Connectivity filed 48 H-1B labor applications for scientist and engineer roles from Jan to Dec 2025.

Most common titles: Senior R&D/Product Development Engineer, Senior R&D Product Development Engineer, Quality & Reliability Engineer. Median filed pay: $120K a year.

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Seniority
Entry level
Work
On-site
Type
Full-time
Degree
High school
Experience
1–2 yrs
Industry
Electronics
Role
Manufacturing / Production
Schedule
Night shift
Techniques
Dial calipersMicrometers35 rolesHard gaging
Benefits
Employee stock purchase plan

Role details

This is an entry level position requiring basic mechanical/technical skills. We will provide on-the-job training to candidates who have a desire to learn and grow within the organization.

  • Must successfully complete print reading and demonstrate measuring skills with training.

This position will be working sunday through friday from 11 pm to 7 am. 3rd shift receives a 10% shift differential.

Job Responsibilities

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  • Inspect molded product using dial calipers, micrometers, and hard gaging as prescribed by the quality inspection plan.
  • Operate extruder and downstream equipment (puller, slitter, reeler, grinder, vision system, mold frame) to prescribed guidelines.
  • Learn to troubleshoot and fix processing problems.
  • Assist in changeovers and setups.
  • Transport plastic pellets to central feeding system and take away ground scrap.
  • Segregate regrinds and virgin plastic materials properly.
  • Cross train in UF Assembly department.
  • Attention to 5S+1 and teamwork.

What your background should look like

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Typically requires 1-2 years of related work experience. Completion of high school or equivalent is usually required.

Competencies

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Values: Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion, Innovation, Teamwork

ABOUT TE CONNECTIVITY

TE Connectivity plc (NYSE: TEL) is a global industrial technology leader creating a safer, sustainable, productive, and connected future. As a trusted innovation partner, our broad range of connectivity and sensor solutions enable the distribution of power, signal and data to advance next-generation transportation, energy networks, automated factories, data centers enabling artificial intelligence, and more.

Our more than 90,000 employees, including 10,000 engineers, work alongside customers in approximately 130 countries. In a world that is racing ahead, TE ensures that EVERY CONNECTION COUNTS. Learn more at www.te.com and on LinkedIn, Facebook, WeChat, Instagram and X (formerly Twitter).

COMPENSATION

  • Competitive base salary commensurate with experience: $19.50 (subject to change dependent on physical location)
  • Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. TE Connectivity reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the experience/qualification of the selected candidate as well as internal and external equity.
  • Total Compensation = Base Salary + Incentive(s) + Benefits

BENEFITS

  • A comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401(k), disability, life insurance, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off and voluntary benefits.

EOE, Including Disability/Vets

IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING RECRUITMENT FRAUD

TE Connectivity has become aware of fraudulent recruitment activities being conducted by individuals or organizations falsely claiming to represent TE Connectivity. Please be advised that TE Connectivity never requests payment or fees from job applicants at any stage of the recruitment process. All legitimate job openings are posted exclusively on our official careers website at te.com/careers, and all email communications from our recruitment team will come only from actual email addresses ending in @te.com. If you receive any suspicious communications, we strongly advise you not to engage or provide any personal information, and to report the incident to your local authorities.

Job Locations

3155 STATE ROUTE 72

JONESTOWN, Pennsylvania 17038-8741

United States

Posting City: JONESTOWN

Job Country: United States

Travel Required: None

Requisition ID: 159980

Workplace Type: Onsite

External Careers Page: Manufacturing

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Common questions

What is the salary for the MOLDING OPERATOR II - 3rd Shift role at TE Connectivity?

The listed annual base salary range is $41K–$41K. This figure is taken from the posting itself.

Where is the MOLDING OPERATOR II - 3rd Shift role at TE Connectivity based?

This role is based in Jonestown, PA.

What degree is required for the MOLDING OPERATOR II - 3rd Shift role at TE Connectivity?

This role requires a High school.

How many years of experience does this MOLDING OPERATOR II - 3rd Shift role require?

The posting calls for 1–2 years of relevant experience.

What polymers or materials does this MOLDING OPERATOR II - 3rd Shift role work with?

Plastics.

What techniques or methods are required for this MOLDING OPERATOR II - 3rd Shift role?

Dial calipers, Micrometers, Hard gaging.