Machine Operator

Switchcraft; Villa Park (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Switchcraft/Conxall in Villa Park, IL is seeking a Mold Setup Technician to support efficient molding operations. You will set up molds, adjust machines, manage materials, and document processes to ensure parts meet specifications, quality standards, and deadlines.

The role requires coordinating with group leaders and tooling/engineering teams to maintain known-good setups and production readiness. Competitive hourly pay and steady daytime shift are offered.

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented with focus on quality and efficiency.
• Experience with mold setup or manufacturing equipment preferred.
• Ability to read specifications and work cross-functionally.

Responsibilities

• 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 Tool Room and Industrial Engineering to repair 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.

Skills

Detail-oriented

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.

Mold Setup Technician

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.