Mold Set-Up Technician $22

Job title: Mold Set-Up Technician

Summary of Position

Under the direction of the Molding Supervisor, the position is accountable for the set-up, repair and maintenance of injection mold machines.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• In coordination with the Process Technician, set up and operate injection molding machines and associated auxiliary equipment to meet departmental Safety, Quality, and Delivery objectives.
• Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, and work orders to select, position, install, and secure molds and equipment; adjust machine settings to complete mold setups accurately and efficiently in accordance with specifications and standards.
• Install and remove molds using appropriate hand tools, clamps, bolts, hoists, lift carts, and manual and electric hoists.
• Prepare and mix resin materials, colorants, and regrind according to established formulas and processing requirements. Clean out and set up material handling equipment.
• Operate injection molding and automated assembly equipment in parallel with the molding cycle as required to support production flow.
• Complete all required documentation, including setup, daily checklists, and production logs, in a timely and accurate manner.
• Support production flow across departments as needed and maintain departmental housekeeping standards.
• Complete basic machine maintenance and repairs
• Perform all job functions safely, comply with site safety policies and PPE requirements, actively participate in safety initiatives, and report or correct unsafe conditions.
• Assist with repairs of equipment as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned based on department and business needs.

  Requirements

• Candidate must have a minimum of 1 year of experience in a molding setup environment
• Injection Mold Setup apprenticeship completed (preferred)
• Candidate must have a good attendance record
• Must the available work alternative shifts (1st, 2nd, or 3rd) as needed
• High school diploma (or equivalent) or sufficient manufacturing work related experience
• Must be able to read, write, speak and communicate efficiently with a wide variety of

  people and personalities

• Ability to manually lift up to 50 lbs and manually push/pull full skids and carts of

  material

• Ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time
• Ability to reach, bend, and stretch with minimal assistance
• Basic computer skills to function in an ERP system

  Benefits

  We are an equal opportunity employer

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