Injection Mold Process Setup Technician - 3rd Shift

Century Mold Co. Inc.; Shelbyville (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Century Mold Co. Inc. in Shelbyville, TN is seeking a Process Set-Up Technician (C Shift) to support injection molding operations.

The role focuses on machine setup, mold installation/removal, process parameter settings, and coordination with QA, Engineering & Tool Room to produce quality parts. A high school diploma or GED (or 3–5 years related experience) is required, plus proficiency with MS Office and the ability to learn new software.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED, or 3–5 years related experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to learn new software.

Responsibilities

• Setup and changeover machinery and equipment according to the priorities of the production schedule.
• Installation and removal of molds in injection presses.
• Setting of process parameters and process limit alarms.
• Setting of equipment safety features and low pressure mold protection.
• Connection of water, hydraulic and air lines.
• Connection and checking of any mold protection switches.
• Installation and removal of peripheral equipment (chutes, conveyors, etc.).
• Ensure that the required raw materials are staged in the workstation.
• Complete mold travelers as required.
• Ensure that the process parameter sheet is reflected in the actual machine settings.
• Coordinate with Quality Assurance, Engineering, and Tool Room to ensure machine is producing a quality part.
• Must have the ability technically to understand processes in association with mold set-up and manufacturing operations.
• Must be able to start a press and bring product up to an acceptable measure at “start-up;” as well as note any changes on a “PROCESS NOTICE” sheet.
• Provide operator assistance as required.
• Responsible for working with tool engineering and other departments as needed for development of new product.
• Must have basic knowledge of materials and the injection molding process.
• Must maintain a clean and organized work environment.

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Microsoft Project

Ability to learn new software

Job description

Century Mold Co. Inc. in Shelbyville, TN is seeking a Process Set-Up Technician (C Shift) to support injection molding operations.

The role focuses on machine setup, mold installation/removal, process parameter settings, and coordination with QA, Engineering & Tool Room to produce quality parts. A high school diploma or GED (or 3–5 years related experience) is required, plus proficiency with MS Office and the ability to learn new software.