Injection Molding Technician - 2nd Shift

MANN+HUMMEL; Portage, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

MANN+HUMMEL in Portage, MI seeks a Mold Setter to manage tool changes on large injection molding machines and to troubleshoot line issues. The role requires technical aptitude, a high school diploma or trade training, and at least 1 year of setting up and processing injection molds.

You will work on changing molds, wiring tool hookups, programming robots, and documenting settings while supporting quality and safety standards. On-site, with potential overtime to meet production needs.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; vocational training in trades preferred.
• 1+ year experience with injection molding machine setup and processing.
• Technical aptitude required.

Responsibilities

• Change molds in 500–1500 ton injection molding machines.
• Hook up electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems for tools.
• Change robot end of arm tools and perform tool-changeovers.
• Set up and adjust machine and robot functions for tool changes.
• Document machine settings and process parameters.
• Manage mold cleaning and repair of tooling as needed.
• Ensure product conformity and uphold HSE requirements.
• Program pick-and-place robots to remove parts from machines.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Leadership

Communication

Education

High School diploma

Vocational training in skilled trades

Tools

Robot end of arm tooling

Job description

Role Summary

You will be responsible for systematic problem solving and troubleshooting of molding and assembly equipment, utilizing strong mechanical aptitude, effective communication, and demonstrated leadership skills.

Main Tasks

Mold Setter

• Change molds in 500 to 1500 ton injection molding machines
• Ensure proper electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic hook up for tools
• Change robot end of arm tools
• Perform basic machine and robot functions related to tool changeovers
• Check and document machine settings
• Changeover and processing of injection molding machines
• Adjust process for common defects
• Program pick and place robots to remove parts from machines
• Document process set-up parameters

Systematic Problem Solving and Troubleshooting

• Investigate and resolve machine and robot issues
• Investigate and resolve product quality issues

Performance and Accountability

• Perform changeover within a specified time
• Maintain good housekeeping in line with our 5S principles
• Clean molds and repair tooling as necessary
• Ensure product conformity to quality standards upon start up
• Ensure fulfillment of HSE requirements

Your Profile

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work around moving manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to work overtime and weekends as needed to support production requirements. #LI-Onsite

Education & Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent, preferably with vocational education training in skilled trades or other related discipline
• Technical aptitude required
• 1+ year experience working with injection molding machine set-up and processing