Mechanical Mold Operator 3rd Shift

Cornerstone Building Brands; Gaffney, Northern (SC, KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Benefits start day 1

Job summary

Cornerstone Building Brands is seeking a Mold Setter/Machine Operator for our third shift in Gaffney, SC. Base pay is $21.00 per hour, plus a $0.75 per hour shift differential, with benefits starting on day one and weekly pay.

Responsibilities include setting scheduled molds in presses, connecting water lines for cooling, ensuring presses are ready to cycle, maintaining safety, and following setup guidelines. A strong mechanical aptitude and mold-setting/mold-processing experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Mold setting experience preferred.
• Processing and setting molds experience preferred.
• Machine operator experience required.
• Mechanical ability required.
• Maintenance experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist to set scheduled molds in presses for production and sample orders.
• Connect water lines to molds to ensure proper cooling and avoid delays.
• Set switches on presses so the press is ready for cycling.
• Set safety bars and switches; ensure mold protection is engaged.
• Spray and handle molds to prevent damage.
• Clean up equipment and supplies; keep area organized.
• Hang molds in press with care to avoid damage.
• Ensure proper clamps and alignment for molds.

Skills

Mold setting

Mold processing

Machine operator

Mechanical ability

Maintenance experience

Read labels

Lift 50 pounds

Climb ladders

Follow checklists

Tools

LOTO training

Crane & Rigging training

Forklift training

Job description

Job Description

Base Pay: $21.00 per hour, plus $.75 shift differential per hour
3rd Shift: Sunday- Thursday, 11pm-7am

Benefits Start Day 1
Weekly Pay

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist to set scheduled molds in presses for production and sample orders
• Connect up all water lines to molds to ensure proper cooling without delays occurring due to molds having to be re-watered
• Set all switches on presses after molds are properly set in so that the press will be ready for cycling without delay
• Properly set safety bars and switches
• Set mold protection on all presses to eliminate mold damage
• Spray all molds to be pulled out of presses with mold protection spray and remove from presses without any damage to molds or press
• Clean up all excess equipment and supplies
• To hang molds in press using extreme caution not to damage locating ring and/or other mold components
• Clamping molds between platens insuring proper and sufficient clamps are used to keep mold from coming loose
• Making certain that al molds requiring cool water have all the lines hooked up without loops
• Cost control- taking care of hoses, clamps bolts and any other mold supply items to insure longer life
• Housekeeping- picking up all clutter and tools- keeping mold supply cage clean and organized
• Ensure that safety bars and switches are working properly, and work safely performing above functions
• Sizing and cutting knock out bars and setting know out strike ¼ to ½” short of full stroke
• Connects water and air lines:
  • Red in and black out
  • Cut to proper length and not intersecting or rubbing machine parts when movement occurs
• Comply or promote Company EHS policies and procedures
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Please provide a current resume or complete work history

Qualifications

• Mold Setting experience preferred
• Processing and Setting Molds experience preferred
• Machine Operator experience required
• Mechanical ability
• Maintenance experience a plus
• Must be able to read and understand product and equipment caution or information labels
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a continual basis above shoulder height and below the waist
• Ability to move in and out of presses, climb ladders, and torque bolts to 425 ft. lb
• General knowledge of mold design and mold cooling system by layout
• Knowledge of molding press control operations
• Read, understand, and follow “Set Up Prep Checklist” & “Mold Setter General Guidelines”
• Ability to work in a non-temperature-controlled manufacturing environment
• Complete LOTO Authorized Training
• Complete Crane and Rigging Authorized Training
• Complete Forklift Authorized Training
• Please provide a current resume or complete work history

Additional Information

Why work for Cornerstone Building Brands?

Our teams are at the heart of our purpose to positively contribute to the communities where we live, work and play. Full-time* team members receive** medical, dental and vision benefits starting day 1. Other benefits include PTO, paid holidays, FSA, life insurance, LTD, STD, 401k, EAP, discount programs, tuition reimbursement, training, and professional development.

*Full-time is defined as regularly working 30+ hours per week. **Union programs may vary depending on the collective bargaining agreement.

Cornerstone Building Brands 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, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, or status as a protected veteran. You can find the Equal Employment Opportunity Poster here. You can also view Your Right to Work Poster here along with This Organizations Participation in E-Verify Poster here. If you'd like to view a copy of the company's affirmative action planfor protected veterans or individuals with disabilities or policy statement, please contact Human Resources at 281-897-7788 or [e-mail]. If you have a disability and you believe that you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please contact Human Resources at 281-897-7788 or [e-mail]. This email is used exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only emails received for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response.

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Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.