2nd Shift Molding Diesetter

Colonial Group; Morehead, Northern (KY, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Retirement

Paid vacation/time off

Educational assistance

Parental leave

Job summary

RESRG Automotive seeks a Molding Die Setter for our Morehead, KY facility on 2nd shift (2:30 PM – 10:30 PM). The role covers mold changes, installation, setup, and verification of injection molding dies to ensure production readiness and safety.

You will read schematics, troubleshoot, calibrate machines, and coordinate with production, maintenance, and quality teams to maintain high safety and quality standards. Documentation and continuous improvement are emphasized.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED (preferred).
• Manufacturing and maintenance experience (preferred).
• Experience with computers and Microsoft Office (preferred).
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documents; write reports and present information.
• Basic mathematical skills; perform simple calculations.
• Strong reasoning and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform mold changes, installation, removal, and changeover of injection molding dies.
• Safely operate startup and shutdown of robots, cranes, and molding machines per instructions.
• Set up, calibrate, and verify machines after mold changes for production readiness.
• Troubleshoot equipment and process issues; perform standard tool repairs or adjustments.
• Read hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical schematics to support mold work.
• Inspect molds and tooling and report concerns through proper channels.
• Maintain documentation on mold changes, setup, repairs, and equipment concerns.
• Communicate with production, maintenance, quality and leadership teams to ensure safe, efficient operations.
• Keep work area clean, organized, and safe; support continuous improvement.

Skills

Reading & analysis

Writing reports

Microsoft Office

Mathematical skills

Problem solving

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

At the interface of design, engineering and supply logistics, REHAU Automotive and SRG Global combine to form RESRG - a leading global supplier of coated exterior systems and components. With a combined track record of over 160 years across four continents and 22 production sites, RESRG's 10,000 skilled team members manufacture the latest exterior systems and components for the world's leading automotive manufacturers.

RESRG Automotive is seeking you to join our team as a Molding Die Setter in our Morehead, KY location! This posting is for 2nd shift. The hours are 2:30 PM- 10:30 PM.

Your Job

In support of Molding Department operations, the Die Setter is responsible for safely and efficiently performing mold changes, including the installation, removal, setup, and verification of injection molding dies. This role supports production readiness by ensuring molds, machines, robots, cranes, and related equipment are prepared and operating according to established procedures, quality standards, and safety requirements.

What you Will do in Your Role

• Follow all safety requirements and established procedures, including safety awareness, lockout/tagout, crane operation, 5S, and required personal protective equipment.
• Perform injection Mold tool installation, removal, and changeover activities accurately and efficiently to support production schedules.
• Safely operate and support startup and shutdown of related equipment, including robots, cranes, and injection molding machines, in accordance with work instructions.
• Set up, calibrate, and verify injection molding machines after mold changes to ensure proper operation and production readiness.
• Troubleshoot equipment, mold, and process issues and perform standard tool repairs or adjustments within scope of responsibility.
• Read and interpret hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical schematics to support mold change, setup, and troubleshooting activities.
• Inspect molds, tooling, and equipment for proper condition and report concerns, damage, or abnormalities through the appropriate channels.
• Maintain accurate documentation related to mold changes, setup activities, repairs and equipment concerns as required.
• Communicate effectively with production, maintenance, quality, and leadership teams to support safe, efficient, and quality focused operations.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area while supporting continuous improvement and team-based problem solving.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• High school diploma or GED (preferred).
• Manufacturing and maintenance experience (preferred).
• Experience with computers and Microsoft Office (preferred).
• Excellent language skills: ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documents; write reports, correspondence, and manuals; and effectively present information to various groups.
• Basic mathematical skills: ability to perform simple calculations.
• Strong reasoning ability: ability to understand and follow instructions and solve routine problems using common sense.

About the Company

We are a fast-growing B2B company with a strong internal culture that values respect for others, diversity, serving a greater purpose, and passionate creativity. We have a dynamic and growing global footprint. A diverse and team-focused workforce. Create the next generation of innovation. Career paths that enable professional growth and development. Strongly committed to serving our community and environment. A safe, fun workplace focused on health and wellness. A competitive compensation and benefits package.

Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most.

• medical
• dental
• vision
• flexible spending and health savings accounts
• life insurance
• ADD
• disability
• retirement
• paid vacation/time off
• educational assistance
• paid parental leave and adoption assistance

Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of