How much does an Injection Molding Machine Operator I make in San Diego, CA? The average Injection Molding Machine Operator I salary in San Diego, CA is $45,895 as of May 28, 2024, but the range typically falls between $41,340 and $52,193. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

Injection Molding Machine Operator I Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Injection Molding Machine Operator I Salary $37,192 San Diego,CA May 28, 2024
25th Percentile Injection Molding Machine Operator I Salary $41,340 San Diego,CA May 28, 2024
50th Percentile Injection Molding Machine Operator I Salary $45,895 San Diego,CA May 28, 2024
75th Percentile Injection Molding Machine Operator I Salary $52,193 San Diego,CA May 28, 2024
90th Percentile Injection Molding Machine Operator I Salary $57,927 San Diego,CA May 28, 2024
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What skills does an Injection Molding Machine Operator I need?

Each competency has five to ten behavioral assertions that can be observed, each with a corresponding performance level (from one to five) that is required for a particular job.

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Troubleshooting: Troubleshooting is a form of problem solving, often applied to repair failed products or processes on a machine or a system. It is a logical, systematic search for the source of a problem in order to solve it, and make the product or process operational again. Troubleshooting is needed to identify the symptoms. Determining the most likely cause is a process of elimination—eliminating potential causes of a problem. Finally, troubleshooting requires confirmation that the solution restores the product or process to its working state. In general, troubleshooting is the identification or diagnosis of "trouble" in the management flow of a system caused by a failure of some kind. The problem is initially described as symptoms of malfunction, and troubleshooting is the process of determining and remedying the causes of these symptoms. A system can be described in terms of its expected, desired or intended behavior (usually, for artificial systems, its purpose). Events or inputs to the system are expected to generate specific results or outputs. (For example, selecting the "print" option from various computer applications is intended to result in a hardcopy emerging from some specific device). Any unexpected or undesirable behavior is a symptom. Troubleshooting is the process of isolating the specific cause or causes of the symptom. Frequently the symptom is a failure of the product or process to produce any results. (Nothing was printed, for example). Corrective action can then be taken to prevent further failures of a similar kind.

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Promotion: Developing and implementing promotional activities to attract and increase the awareness of customers in buying products.

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Manufacturing Equipment: Operating, maintaining, and validating various equipment to support manufacturing processes and drive overall productivity and efficiency.

Troubleshooting 6.73%
Promotion 2.19%
Manufacturing Equipment 1.44%
Others 89.64%
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Job Description for Injection Molding Machine Operator I

Injection Molding Machine Operator I sets up and operates injection molding machinery to shape plastics. Reads and interprets blueprints and diagrams to select, position, and secure machinery. Being an Injection Molding Machine Operator I adjusts machine settings to complete tasks accurately, according to specifications, and in a timely fashion. May have to complete an apprenticeship and/or formal training in area of specialty. Additionally, Injection Molding Machine Operator I requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Injection Molding Machine Operator I works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. Possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. May require 0-1 year of general work experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Career Path for Injection Molding Machine Operator I

A career path is a sequence of jobs that leads to your short- and long-term career goals. Some follow a linear career path within one field, while others change fields periodically to achieve career or personal goals.

For Injection Molding Machine Operator I, the first career path typically progresses to Extrusion Operator, Sr..

The second career path typically starts with an Injection Molding Machine Operator II position, and then progresses to Injection Molding Machine Operator III.

The third career path typically starts with a Machine Operator II position, and then progresses to Machine Operator Supervisor.

Additionally, the fourth career path typically starts with a Machinist II position, and then progresses to Machine Shop Production Supervisor I.

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Injection Molding Machine Operator I salary varies from city to city. Compared with national average salary of Injection Molding Machine Operator I, the highest Injection Molding Machine Operator I salary is in San Francisco, CA, where the Injection Molding Machine Operator I salary is 25.0% above. The lowest Injection Molding Machine Operator I salary is in Miami, FL, where the Injection Molding Machine Operator I salary is 3.5% lower than national average salary.

City, State Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
+ 25.0%
City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 11.3%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
-3.5%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 4.9%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.1%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 16.8%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-1.3%

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