2nd-Shift Injection Molding Tech: Machine Setter

Novares Group; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) w/ match

Health / Dental / Vision insurance

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

Novares is hiring a 2nd Shift Technician - Machine Setter for our Grand Rapids site. The role focuses on installing, setting up, and maintaining molds in injection molding machines to ensure efficient, safe, high-quality production of plastic automotive parts.

Strong knowledge of molding equipment, tooling, and processing parameters is required. The position operates on a 2nd shift schedule in Grand Rapids, MI, with responsibilities spanning troubleshooting, startup checks, and continuous

Qualifications

• Education: HS Diploma, formal training in injection molding processes preferred
• Experience: Setup and changeover of injection molding machines; attention to detail and problem solving in fast-paced manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Prepare tooling for quick changeovers while complying with standards
• Ensure precise production changeover while minimizing the changeover time
• Support startup with limited rejections and scrap, perform and approve startup checks, check the good working order of the machine, tooling and other required devices
• Monitor production conditions and make adjustments in the event of malfunctions
• Provide technical expertise, analyze and diagnose processes, troubleshoot issues, propose and implement adequate corrective actions
• Analyze breakdowns and design and implement improvements to prevent future failures
• Participate in testing and initiating the production of plastic automotive components
• Provide technical training and support to operators and team leaders.

Education

HS Diploma

Job description

Novares is hiring a 2nd Shift Technician - Machine Setter for our Grand Rapids site. The role focuses on installing, setting up, and maintaining molds in injection molding machines to ensure efficient, safe, high-quality production of plastic automotive parts.

Strong knowledge of molding equipment, tooling, and processing parameters is required. The position operates on a 2nd shift schedule in Grand Rapids, MI, with responsibilities spanning troubleshooting, startup checks, and continuous