2nd and 3rd shift Production Setup Technician

McDonald Plastic Molding; Monroe (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

McDonald Plastic Molding in Monroe, WI is hiring a 2nd and 3rd shift Production Setup Technician to join our on-site manufacturing team. This role starts up new production runs after mold sets are complete and supports continuous improvement for efficiency, scrap reduction, and product quality.

You will collaborate with tool designers and project engineers to solve issues, document processes for each customer, and perform routine checks at every workstation while following standard procedures

Responsibilities

• Perform an initial startup on a new production run after mold sets are complete.
• Work on processes to improve production efficiencies and reduce high scrap rates.
• Research problems with equipment and tooling and take corrective action.
• Trouble shoot process issues in the factory and consult with tool designer and project engineers for solutions to the problems.
• Recommend measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product.
• Document and record processes for all production runs for each customer.
• Perform daily rounds and checks at each workstation
• Set mold and start jobs according to standard procedures as instructed by supervisor or upper management.

Job description

2nd and 3rd shift Production Setup Technician

Job Category: Manufacturing

Requisition Number: SETUP003265

• Posted : September 17, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Monroe, WI 53566, USA

Description

Come and work for a company that continues to grow and flourish and where our people make a difference! McDonald Plastic Molding is a subsidiary of A.Y. McDonald Industries, which is a family-owned company founded in 1856. People join our business (and stay) because of our collaborative workplace, drive for innovation, and our family-oriented culture. We are a custom injection molding company known for producing high-quality products that meet the needs of our customers.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Perform an initial startup on a new production run after mold sets are complete.
• Work on processes to improve production efficiencies and reduce high scrap rates.
• Research problems with equipment and tooling and take corrective action.
• Trouble shoot process issues in the factory and consult with tool designer and project engineers for solutions to the problems.
• Recommend measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product.
• Document and record processes for all production runs for each customer.
• Perform daily rounds and checks at each workstation
• Set mold and start jobs according to standard procedures as instructed by supervisor or upper management.
• Set-up and changeover of equipment used for performing secondary and degating operations at the molding machines. (Tables, Conveyors, Water Tanks, Degaters, Fixtures, etc.
• Perform all aspects of changeover required for converting molding machines to various production of sample jobs.
• Put things in proper places when pulling jobs out. Mold inserts, fixtures, switches, valves, etc.
• Perform minor mold maintenance and repair, including cavity, core and/or base changeover, as required.
• To perform preventive maintenance and minor equipment repairs as required.
• Keep inventory in order of heater bands, mold clamps, bolts, hoses, knockout rods.
• Have a good knowledge of all machines and their functions and make sure your set-up people have this knowledge
• Maintain good communications with your Quality Control Department to ensure quality products are produced on your shift and at start-up.
• Follow established procedures for the proper storage of molds and equipment.
• Keep set-up records in order and ensure that set-up records are 100% accurate when filling them out.
• Take care of the equipment – use proper length bolts to fasten molds so threads are not stripped, watch centering rings, bumping of machines tie bards, safety gates and drop bars with the mold. Use care with auxiliary equipment. DME units fastened so as not to fall on the floor, water heats, etc. . Overall put a little extra thought in everyday duties that you perform.
• Stage molds and equipment for upcoming jobs.
• Stage break periods so machinery is not left idle. This may require and early or late break.
• To assist with required machine and/or equipment adjustments and troubleshooting to insure safe, efficient operations as directed by shift supervisor.
• Operator the forklift as required.
• Report problems, needs, and equipment breakdowns to your supervisor so it can be corrected.
• Accurately complete all record keeping forms.
• When required, to perform any job in a lower rated classification that is necessary to support plant operations safely and efficiently.
• Perform other duties as required or directed by management.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, talk or hear, and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.

BENEFITS

Benefits include major medical (BCBS), Delta dental and vision, company sponsored basic life insurance and short-term disability. Voluntary life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, and long-term disability available. Competitive 401(k) with company matching, generous PTO, 10 paid holidays, and company giveaways, family picnics, and more!

A pre-employment and 9 panel (no THC) Drug screen required.

McDonald Plastic Molding is an equal opportunity employer.

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.