Dip Molding Set-Up Technician

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Town of Osceola (WI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East in Osceola, WI seeks a Dip Molding Set-Up Technician to manage the full mechanical setup, operation, and monitoring of dip-molding equipment. You will adjust equipment, verify cycles, ensure quality, and drive productivity on the shop floor.

Ideal candidates read blueprints, handle measurements with calipers, and perform basic math. The role requires teamwork, strong initiative, and the ability to work 1st or 2nd shifts as listed.

Qualifications

• Experience reading blueprints, production schedules, and technical instructions.
• Proficient with calipers and gauges.
• Able to perform basic math including decimals.
• ERP system data entry experience.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical set-up of dip-molding equipment.
• Troubleshoot molds, racks, ovens, airflow, and equipment performance.
• Conduct part measurements and report nonconforming products or defects.
• Read, understand, and adhere to process specifications; document production and quality data.
• Stage materials, tools, labels, and finished products before starting a job.
• Provide on-the-job training and break coverage for oven operators.
• Support 5S, safety, quality, and productivity initiatives.

Skills

Strong mechanical aptitude

Multitasking & prioritization

Interpersonal communication

Tools

Calipers

Gauges

ERP system data entry

Job description

Job Summary

Work for a premier, established leader in custom plastic manufacturing right here in Osceola!

The Dip Molding Set-Up Technician is responsible for the full mechanical setup, operation, and monitoring of dip-molding related equipment. This role involves making equipment adjustments, verifying cycles, ensuring quality compliance, and driving productivity performance.

Compensation & Schedule

• Starting Pay: $20.00+/hour (depending on experience)

• 1st Shift: Monday – Thursday, 6:30 AM – 4:00 PM & Friday, 6:30 AM – 10:30 AM

• 2nd Shift: Monday – Thursday, 3:45 PM – 2:15 AM

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Equipment Setup: Perform mechanical set-up of dip-molding equipment.

• Troubleshooting: Resolve mechanical issues related to molds, racks, ovens, airflow, and overall equipment performance.

• Quality Control: Conduct part measurements using calipers and other devices; identify and report nonconforming products, mechanical defects, or equipment malfunctions.

• Documentation & Specs: Read, understand, and adhere to process specifications. Complete all production and quality documentation accurately and on time.

• Staging & Prep: Ensure materials, tools, labels, and finished products are properly staged in their assigned work areas before starting a job.

• Leadership & Teamwork: Provide on-the-job training, instruction, and guidance to oven operators. Coordinate and offer break coverage to maintain a smooth production flow.

• Continuous Improvement: Support safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and 5S initiatives to maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.

Minimum Requirements

• Work Ethic: Strong initiative, accountability, reliability, and excellent attendance.

• Technical Skills: Experience reading blueprints, production schedules, and technical instructions. Competence in using calipers, gauges, and basic math (including decimals).

• Systems: Experience with ERP system data entry.

• Capability: Proven ability to perform mechanical setups/adjustments in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Skills & Abilities

• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting capability.

• Effective multitasking, situational prioritization, and strong interpersonal communication skills.

• Good hand-eye coordination and spatial awareness.

• Physical Demands: Ability to lift 20 lbs. regularly (up to 50 lbs. occasionally) and stand, reach, bend, twist, squat, push, pull, and climb throughout the shift.