Injection Mold Setup 2nd & 3rd Shift

East Penn Manufacturing Company; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 43,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical/dental/vision

401K savings plan

Annual bonus

Holiday and vacation pay

Employee assistance

Fitness discounts

Promotional opportunities

Safety gear provided

Tools provided

Job summary

East Penn Manufacturing Company is seeking experienced Molding Set Up Technicians for 2nd and 3rd shifts. Starting wage $31-$33/hour with guaranteed 40 hours plus overtime. Roles involve setting up large molds, troubleshooting, and performing maintenance in a safety-focused environment.

We offer competitive benefits, 401K, annual bonus, and opportunities for advancement. Office hours are 6:30AM–5:00PM EST, with overtime on demand.

Qualifications

• Experience setting up molds for injection molding systems.
• Mechanically inclined with strong troubleshooting skills.
• Willing to perform preventive maintenance and support tooling changes.

Responsibilities

• Set up molds weighing up to 17,000 lbs using hoists into injection molding machines.
• Start up molds to meet part specifications and changeovers per start-up sheets.
• Perform mold repairs, troubleshoot other machines, and clean molds and equipment.
• Care for tools, work overtime as required, and maintain attendance.

Skills

Mold setup

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Mechanical aptitude

Tools

Injection molding machine

7.5 ton hoist

Job description

Category Technician Position Type Regular Full-Time ID 2026-30745

East Penn is a stable, essential employer, that is poised for the energy needs of the future with 80 years of sustainable lead battery and battery accessory manufacturing expertise!

At East Penn, our employees are our culture; our employees will always be the heart of the company. We are a private, family-owned enterprise committed to cultivating an atmosphere that honors the contributions of everyone. We want our employees to have long-term careers, and many do. Almost 40% of our workforce has over a decade of service. Our open-door management policy, comprehensive benefits package, annual bonus program for all, and career advancement opportunities are just some of the ways we show our employees how incredibly valued they are.

Our hiring process may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to help in the initial review of applications by identifying candidates whose qualifications best match job requirements. These tools do not make hiring decisions. All final hiring decisions regarding interviews and employment are made by our employee recruiting and hiring teams.

East Penn is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

EOE/VEVRAA

Overview

East Penn Manufacturing, a world class leader in lead-acid battery manufacturing, is seeking experienced Molding Set Up Technicians . Join our high-performing team where precision, safety, and innovation drive success. Our ideal candidate is mechanically and technically inclined, preferably with experience troubleshooting and performing preventative maintenance on industrial production experience.

Starting wage of $31-$33 per hour.

Guaranteed 40 hours a week plus consistent overtime.

Opportunities available on 2nd and 3rd shift.

2nd shift - 8 hour shift Monday-Friday from 2pm-10pm

3rd shift - 8 hour shift Monday-Friday from 10pm-6am or 11pm-7am

Responsibilities

• Sets up molds that weigh up to 17,000 lbs. using 7 1/2 or 10 ton hoist into injection molding machines in a safe manner.
• Starts up molds to meet all parts specifications including appearance from start up sheets.
• Does some repairs on molds as well as troubleshooting on the other machines.
• Cleans molds at each change and cleans assigned machines at the end of shift.
• Responsible for taking care of tools.
• Ability to work mandatory over time.
• Performs other duties as requested by Management.
• Maintains regular attendance.

East Penn Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Group insurance that includes medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
• 401K savings plan
• Annual bonus
• 9 paid holidays and 10 paid vacation days
• Employee assistance programs
• Fitness Discounts
• Promotional opportunities
• Safety Glasses, Safety Shoes, and Uniform provided or reimbursed by the company
• Company supplied tools

OFFICE HOURS: MON-FRI 6:30AM - 5:00PM EASTERN TIME

Hours may vary on National Holidays

East Penn is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

EOE/VEVRAA

We are committed to working with and providing a reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or to submit an online application please email us at [e-mail] or call us at 610-682-6361 ext. 2134.