Mold Set-Up Technician

Parallel Employment Group; Racine (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Parallel Employment Group is seeking a Mold Set-Up Technician in Racine, WI to support mold setup, operation, and maintenance in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

You will read blueprints, install molds, and manage materials, while keeping logs up-to-date and ensuring safety standards are met. Apprenticeship in mold setup is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in a molding setup environment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams and work orders.
• High attention to quality, safety and on-time production.
• Apprenticeship in Injection Mold Setup is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate injection molding machines and related equipment to meet safety, quality and delivery goals.
• Read blueprints and work orders to position and secure molds; adjust machine settings as needed.
• Install/remove molds using hand tools, clamps, hoists and related equipment.
• Prepare materials and manage resin, colorants and regrind as required.
• Maintain production logs and daily checklists, supporting flow and housekeeping.

Skills

Mold setup

Injection molding

Blueprint reading

Safety compliance

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ERP system

Job description

Mold Set-Up Technician

Summary of Position

Under the direction of the Molding Supervisor, the position is accountable for the set-up, repair and maintenance of injection mold machines.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• In coordination with the Process Technician, set up and operate injection molding machines and associated auxiliary equipment to meet departmental Safety, Quality, and Delivery objectives.
• Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, and work orders to select, position, install, and secure molds and equipment; adjust machine settings to complete mold setups accurately and efficiently in accordance with specifications and standards.
• Install and remove molds using appropriate hand tools, clamps, bolts, hoists, lift carts, and manual and electric hoists.
• Prepare and mix resin materials, colorants, and regrind according to established formulas and processing requirements. Clean out and set up material handling equipment.
• Operate injection molding and automated assembly equipment in parallel with the molding cycle as required to support production flow.
• Complete all required documentation, including setup, daily checklists, and production logs, in a timely and accurate manner.
• Support production flow across departments as needed and maintain departmental housekeeping standards.
• Complete basic machine maintenance and repairs
• Perform all job functions safely, comply with site safety policies and PPE requirements, actively participate in safety initiatives, and report or correct unsafe conditions.
• Assist with repairs of equipment as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned based on department and business needs.
• Candidate must have a minimum of 1 year of experience in a molding setup environment
• Injection Mold Setup apprenticeship completed (preferred)
• Candidate must have a good attendance record
• Must the available work alternative shifts (1st, 2nd, or 3rd) as needed
• High school diploma (or equivalent) or sufficient manufacturing work related experience
• Must be able to read, write, speak and communicate efficiently with a wide variety of people and personalities
• Ability to manually lift up to 50 lbs and manually push/pull full skids and carts of material
• Ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time
• Ability to reach, bend, and stretch with minimal assistance
• Basic computer skills to function in an ERP system

We are an equal opportunity employer

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