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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Molding Technician in Wisconsin is $46,523 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $22.
However, a Molding Technician's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Molding Technician Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $51,240 | $4,270 | $985 | $25 |
| Average | $46,523 | $3,877 | $895 | $22 |
| 25th Percentile | $41,481 | $3,457 | $798 | $20 |
Koch - Menomonie, WI
Tsubaki Kabelschlepp America, Inc - Brown Deer, WI
Tsubaki Kabelschlepp America, Inc - Milwaukee, WI
Koch - New Richmond, WI
A Molding Technician's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.
Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Molding Technicians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:
For Molding Technician roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 90% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Biotechnology, offers compensation 50% above the average. Conversely, Molding Technician positions in MFG Nondurable typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Molding Technician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biotechnology | $69,785 | $34.0 | 50% |
Understanding how a Molding Technician's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $51,240 | $4,270 | $985 | $25 |
| Average | $46,523 | $3,877 | $895 | $22 |
| 25th Percentile | $41,481 | $3,457 | $798 | $20 |
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Koch
Menomonie, WI
Koch | Menomonie, WI
Koch - - Responsibilities: Set up, install, and operate molds and tooling for production readiness. Run molding processes, monitor cycle times and quality.... more
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Tsubaki Kabelschlepp America, Inc
Brown Deer, WI
Tsubaki Kabelschlepp America, Inc | Brown Deer, WI
Description: The TSUBAKI name is synonymous with excellence in quality, dependability, and customer service. U.S. Tsubaki is a leading manufacturer and sup... more
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Allenton, WI
Rosti | Allenton, WI
The Quality Technician is responsible for inspecting, measuring, and verifying plastic injection molded products to ensure compliance with customer specifi... more
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Coast Personnel
Turtle Lake, WI
Coast Personnel | Turtle Lake, WI
Job Description. Job Description. Job ID. 16954. We are currently hiring experienced Molding Set up Technicians for our Turtle Lake facility. There are 2 o... more
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Waupaca Foundry & Castings
Marinette, WI
Waupaca Foundry & Castings | Marinette, WI
Job Description. Job Description. Casting Line Technician, Molding & Finishing. Join Waupaca Foundry, Inc. in Marinette, WI as we build the future of iron ... more
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Accelerated Plastics
New Richmond, WI
Accelerated Plastics | New Richmond, WI
Job Description. Job Description. About the job. Company Description. Accelerated Plastics is a full-service injection molding manufacturer based in New Ri... more
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