Mold Setter - 2nd Shift - 10 Hours

Techniplas, LLC; Dalton (GA); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Techniplas is a global plastic components supplier serving automotive and industrial markets. The Mold Setter on 2nd shift is responsible for setting up production molds, maintaining equipment, and documenting mold activities.

The role requires teamwork, basic math skills, and mechanical aptitude with a focus on efficiency and safety. Responsibilities include mold changes, cleanliness, and coordination with shift teammates, with a strong emphasis on process improvements to shorten changeover

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must work in a team environment and have good attendance.
• Proficient in basic mathematics.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow written or verbal instructions.
• Hydraulic maintenance or tool/robot setup and manufacturing experience a plus.
• Must possess mechanical aptitude and punctuality.

Responsibilities

• Remove and set molds according to the mold change schedule.
• Maintain molds for cleanliness and perform repairs as needed.
• Perform mold cleaning and required documentation.
• Develop and complete process improvements to increase changeover rate.
• Coordinate with other department personnel and shift changeover.
• Operate forklifts, hand trucks, and hoists to move molds or equipment.

Skills

Teamwork

Basic mathematics

Read instructions

Mechanical aptitude

Punctuality

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

4 Year Degree

Tools

Hydraulic maintenance

Tool setup

Robot setup

Hand tools

Manufacturing experience

Job description

# Mold Setter - 2nd Shift - 10 HoursDalton, GA 30720## OverviewPosition TypeFull TimeJob Shift2nd ShiftEducation Level4 Year Degree## DescriptionTechniplas is a global supplier of sophisticated plastic components and design-focused, multifunctional surfaces that are primarily for the automotive sector, as well as the industrial, consumer goods, medical and other markets. The company’s products follow industry trends like weight reduction and vehicle electrification, innovative operating concepts, high-quality surface finishes, and an increasing focus on convenience and safety.The Techniplas Group runs 25 sites worldwide with production, sales and / or technology hubs and employs just under 3,000 members of staff. The company serves customers and platforms around the world, focusing on technological expertise and collaboration with customers in the fields of design and engineering. Techniplas has long-term relationships with many of the world’s leading automotive and industrial OEMs.**SUMMARY OF POSITION:**The Mold Setter is responsible for all set up of production tools, sample molds, and auxiliary equipment ensuring conformance to specifications. Removes and sets molds according to the mold change schedule. Maintains molds for cleanliness and repairs as needed or as directed by toolroom/supervisor. Performs mold cleaning and required documentation. **JOB DUTIES & ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:*** Remove and set molds according to mold change schedule assuring molds are secure, water lines are connected, ejector is setup, and all auxiliary equipment such as circulators, hot runner controls, and hydraulic lines are in place.* Operates various equipment, including forklifts, hand truck, and hoists in order to move molds or equipment from one location to another.* Maintain a clean and orderly work area.* Communicate with other department personnel as necessary to coordinate and ensure accurate and timely job activities.* Communicate with other Mold Set-Up Technicians during shift and at shift changeover.* Complete preventative maintenance on molds and documents as required in procedures.* Develop and complete process improvements to increase changeover rate.* This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.## Qualifications**QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES):*** High school diploma or equivalent is required.* Must be able to work and function in a team environment.* Must be proficient in basic mathematics.* Must be able to read, comprehend, and carry out instructions given in written, verbal, or diagram form.* Hydraulic maintenance, tool set up, robot set up, hand tools, and manufacturing or related experience is a plus.* Must possess a mechanical aptitude.* Must demonstrate punctuality and have a good attendance history.