Machine Operator

Aerotek; Leitchfield (KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Double time on Sundays

Shift premiums

4% 401K match after 60 days

Annual perfect attendance bonus

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Mold Setter for a permanent role in Leitchfield, KY. You will remove, set up, and maintain molds on injection molding machines, ensuring smooth production and product quality.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of mold setting experience and can read setup sheets and process documentation. This onsite position offers shift work on 2nd and 3rd shifts, with overtime and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in setting molds is preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret setup sheets, process sheets and quality documentation.
• Strong understanding of tempera­ture, pressure, fill time, hold pressure and cooling cycles.

Responsibilities

• Remove, set up, and clean molds on injection molding machines.
• Ensure molds are free from defects and properly prepared for production.
• Operate injection molding machines, troubleshoot issues, and perform routine maintenance.
• Prepare and load resins and additives for production.
• Monitor and adjust process parameters to optimize cycle times and quality.
• Conduct first‑piece inspections and verify conformance to specs.

Skills

Molding processes

Mechanical aptitude

Mold parameters

Defect resolution

Reading setup sheets

Job description

Job Title: Mold Setter

We are seeking a Mold Maker to join our team in a dynamic plastic injection molding facility. As a Mold Maker, you will be responsible for removing, setting up, and maintaining molds on injection molding machines, ensuring the production process runs smoothly and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Remove, set up, and clean molds on injection molding machines following established procedures and safety guidelines.
• Ensure molds are free from defects and properly prepared for production.
• Operate injection molding machines, troubleshoot issues, and perform routine maintenance.
• Prepare and load raw materials, including resin, colorants, and additives.
• Establish and maintain machine process parameters to ensure product quality and process stability.
• Monitor machine performance, make process adjustments to optimize cycle times, reduce scrap, and improve efficiency.
• Conduct first-piece inspections and verify product conformance to quality requirements.
• Identify and correct molding defects such as flash, short shots, burns, sink marks, warpage, and splay.
• Support production personnel by providing technical assistance and guidance related to molding processes.
• Conduct mold trials and document process adjustments, findings, and results.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance activities on molds and processing equipment.
• Maintain molds to ensure cleanliness, functionality, and readiness for production.

Essential Skills

• Strong knowledge of plastic injection molding processes, molds, and associated equipment.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Understanding of molding parameters including temperature, pressure, fill time, hold pressure, and cooling cycles.
• Ability to identify and resolve molding defects and process-related issues.
• Ability to read and interpret setup sheets, process sheets, work instructions, and quality documentation.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Prefer someone with 2+ years of experience in setting molds.
• Great machine operation skills, including setups and changeovers.
• Ability to make machine adjustments.

Why Work Here?

Experience a family-oriented and laid‑back environment with excellent benefits. Enjoy double time pay if working on Sundays, shift premiums, and benefits that kick in on the first of the month after hire. Join a team with an average tenure of 7-8 years, a 4% 401K match after 60 days, and an annual perfect attendance bonus. Participate in an attendance program offering points redeemable for gift cards, and be part of a great team culture in the maintenance department. Uniforms are provided.

Work Environment

Work in a plastic injection molding facility that is not temperature‑controlled, where the temperature inside matches the outside conditions. Join a team of 400 employees with openings on the 2nd shift from 3 PM to 11:15 PM and on the 3rd shift from 11 PM to 7:15 AM. Expect overtime, including weekends and occasional 12‑hour shifts.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Leitchfield, KY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $52000.00 - $62400.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job‑related factors.

If they ever have to work a Sunday they get double time (2X)Shift premium for 2nd shift is $.75Shift premium for 3rd shift is $1.00Benefits kick in first of month after they are hiredFamily oriented, laid back environment7-8 years is the average tenure of their employees at this site4% 401K match after 60 daysAnnual perfect attendance bonusAttendance program - get points they can redeem for gift cardsGreat team culture in the maintenance departmentUniforms provided

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Leitchfield, KY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 23, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Leitchfield,KY.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
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