Machine Operator

heico; Villa Park (IL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short Term/Long Term Disability

Commuter benefits

Health Savings Account

401k

Referral Program

Parental Leave

Healthy Rewards

Job summary

Switchcraft/Conxall in Villa Park, IL is seeking a Mold Setup Technician to support efficient molding operations. This role sets up molds, adjusts machines, manages materials, and documents processes to ensure parts meet specifications and quality standards.

The position runs Monday through Friday on a day shift, with a pay rate of $18.54/hour. Strong teamwork, attention to detail, and experience in molding are preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience with molding, machine setup, or manufacturing operations.
• Ability to read and interpret specification sheets and process documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Effective communication and teamwork across functions.

Responsibilities

• Procure, assemble, and install correct mold components per specifications.
• Purge molding machines of previous materials before setup.
• Set up and adjust mold pressure, temperature, and cycle time.
• Document and maintain known good setups for repeatability.
• Monitor resin and colorant levels and initiate purchases as needed.
• Collaborate with Tool Room and IE to repair tooling and coordinate new orders.
• Review spec sheets and report discrepancies to QA or IE.
• Communicate process improvements to Production Manager.
• Ensure correct resin/colorant quantities issued to each job.

Skills

Mold setup

Reading specs

Teamwork

Quality focus

Job description

Switchcraft/Conxall is a leading supplier of connectivity solutions to a variety of markets in the electronics industry. As a US manufacturer of connectors and cables, Switchcraft/Conxall continues to grow by releasing innovative new products and working directly with OEM design engineers to solve their biggest connectivity challenges.

We are seeking a detail-oriented Mold Setup Technician to support efficient and high-quality molding operations. This role is responsible for mold setup, machine adjustments, material management, documentation of processes, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure production runs meet specifications, quality standards, and timelines.

Location: Villa Park, IL

Shift: M - F 7 am - 3:30pm

Pay: $18.54/hour

Responsibilities & Duties:

• Procure, assemble, and install correct mold components according to specifications.
• Purge molding machines of previous materials prior to setup.
• Set up and adjust mold pressure, temperature, and cycle time to produce parts that meet specifications.
• Document and maintain “known good” setups for repeatability and future use.
• Monitor resin and colorant levels and initiate purchase requisitions as needed.
• Coordinate with Group Leaders to ensure molds are set up at or before scheduled cell setup and production runs.
• Document and support the running of sample resins and sample production orders.
• Collaborate with the Tool Room and Industrial Engineering to repair broken tooling and coordinate new tooling orders when required.
• Review specification sheets and communicate any errors or discrepancies to Quality or Industrial Engineering.
• Communicate with Industrial Engineering and the Production Manager regarding process improvements or incorrect standards.
• Work with Group Leaders to ensure correct quantities of resin and colorant are issued to each job.

Requirements

• Previous experience in molding, machine setup, or manufacturing operations preferred.
• Strong understanding of molding processes, materials, and tooling.
• Ability to read and interpret specification sheets and process documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work cross-functionally with Production, Quality, Tool Room, and Engineering teams.

Essential Requirements

• Ability to read English
• Vision acuity required
• Strong Gripping capabilities
• Gripping with both hands required, fixtures, occasionally used to hold parts in place
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Holidays
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short Term/Long Term Disability
• Commuter benefits
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 401k
• Referral Program
• Parental Leave
• Healthy Rewards

EOE M/F/Disabled/Vet This company is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, gender, disability or protected veteran status.

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