Mold Setter - 7:00 am to 3:30 pm

RD Industries, Inc.; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 51,577,000 - 83,317,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

RD Industries, Inc. in Omaha, NE, is seeking a Mold Setter to install and set up molds for production on an injection molding line. The role runs Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, with no flexible hours.

You will monitor processes to ensure product quality meets standards and support a culture of safety and efficiency. The ideal candidate has a High School Diploma or GED, experience with molding or mechanical work, and strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Molding experience preferred, but mechanically inclined candidates considered.
• Ability to read diagrams and apply process sheet settings.
• Strong attention to detail and math skills are essential.
• Ability to lift up to 60 pounds and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Installs (sets up) molds and auxiliary equipment on the injection molding machine.
• Operates hoist to lift injection molds.
• Interprets waterline diagrams and installs waterlines per diagram.
• Sets and adjusts mold die height for requirements.
• Verifies nozzle size and replaces nozzle/tip when needed.
• Reads process sheet and updates machine controllers accordingly.
• Troubleshoots basic molding problems on the production floor.
• Installs hot runner controllers and other peripheral devices as required.
• Performs restarts after breaks and safely shuts down equipment when needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong work ethic

Math skills

Dexterity

Precise hand coordination

Near vision

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

At RD Industries (RDI), our employees are the driving force behind our success. As a leading manufacturer and distributor of fluid containment and dispensing systems, we serve customers around the globe and rely on talented people who bring innovation, quality, and teamwork to everything they do.

Whether you’re interested in manufacturing, engineering, operations, supply chain, customer service, or corporate support, RD Industries offers opportunities to grow your career and make a meaningful impact.

Why Join RD Industries?

• Global Impact: Be part of a company that serves customers across North America, South America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific.
• Career Growth: Build your skills and advance your career through meaningful work and development opportunities.
• Values-Driven Culture: Our ACE THIS values guide how we work, lead, and support one another every day.
• Employee Recognition: We celebrate team members who exemplify our values through our ACE THIS Peer Recognition Program.
• Collaborative Environment: We believe we’re stronger together and foster a culture of teamwork, respect, and continuous improvement.

Our Culture: ACE THIS

Our culture is built on seven core values:

Accountability – Taking ownership of our actions and results.
Commitment – Dedication to our goals, colleagues, and customers.
Excellence – Striving to exceed expectations.
Teamwork – Working together to achieve more.
Humility – Treating others with respect and openness.
Integrity – Acting honestly and doing the right thing.
Stewardship – Caring for our workplace, resources, and future.

Recognition That Matters

Through our ACE THIS Peer Recognition Program, employees recognize coworkers who demonstrate our core values. Recognition cards are showcased internally, and participants are entered into monthly drawings for rewards, helping create a culture of appreciation and engagement.

If you’re looking for a career with a global manufacturing leader that values innovation, teamwork, accountability, and excellence, we’d love to hear from you. Explore our open positions and discover what’s possible at RD Industries.

Your next opportunity starts here.

Position:Mold Setter - 7:00 am to 3:30 pm

Location: Omaha, NE

Job Id:638

# of Openings:1

About RD Industries
RD Industries is a leading manufacturer of innovative closed-loop chemical containment and dispensing solutions, proudly headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska. With decades of expertise and a portfolio of patented technologies, we serve customers across the globe with products designed to improve safety, efficiency, and sustainability. At RDI, we are committed to engineering excellence, continuous improvement, and delivering best-in‑class solutions that protect people and the environment. Our team thrives on collaboration, accountability, and innovation — making RD Industries a place where every employee can make a meaningful impact.

Work shift: Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM. Flexible hours are not available.

Summary

The Mold Setter installs molds in injection molding machines. Sets up established molding processes for production. Monitors molding processes to ensure product quality meets internal and customer standards.

Education/Experience

• High School Diploma/GED
• Molding experience is preferred, but open to someone who is mechanically inclined (repairing small machines or small engine repair)

Essential Functions

• Installs (sets up) molds and required auxiliary equipment in and on the injection molding machine using specified clamps, wrenches, and other tools as required.
• Operates hoist used to lift injection mold.
• Understands how to interpret waterline diagrams and installs waterlines to mold following the supplied diagram.
• Understands how to set and adjust injection mold machine die height to accommodate specific injection mold requirements.
• Understands how to check for proper nozzle orifice size and length. Change nozzle/tip if necessary.
• Read and understand injection molding machine molding process sheet and incorporates process sheet settings into the injection molding machine’s micro‑processor.
• Ability to troubleshoot basic injection molding problems on the production floor.
• Identifies and installs specific injection mold requirements such as hot runner controllers; and other peripheral devices as required.
• Performs re‑starts, i.e., molding process has been previously established but the machine may have been shut down for breaks, etc. (see below).
• Understands how to properly shut down injection molding equipment, i.e., purge barrel with purging compound closes all waterlines, turns off barrel temperatures.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must have attention to detail and accuracy.
• Demonstrate a strong work ethic, self-motivation, attention to detail and be able to manage multiple projects.
• Ability to add, subtracts, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rates, ratios, and percentages.
• Dexterity
• Precise Hand Coordination
• Near Vision

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

This job operates in production manufacturing warehouse. May be required to wear common (PPE) Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to grasp, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.

• Walking 50%, standing 40%
• Moving or lifting up to 60 pounds on a regular basis
• Ascending/descending steps on a ladder or other equipment
• Stooping to pick up parts on a regular daily basis

Benefits Package Includes:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability Coverage
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company contribution
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off:
  • 2+ weeks of paid time off in your first year
  • 8 paid holidays
• Perfect Attendance Bonuses
• Employee Referral Program
• PayActiv Wallet – access your earned pay on demand

Additional Information
This job description outlines the general nature and key responsibilities of the position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties. RD Industries, Inc. reserves the right to revise or assign additional responsibilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

The employee signature below constitutes the employee's understanding of the requirements, essential functions, and duties of the position.

AAP/EEO Statement: RD Industries is an Equal Opportunity / affirmatively action employer and maintains a drug free workplace. All qualified applicants are considered without regard to age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, national origin, religion, protected veteran’s status, marital status, physical disability or any other characteristic protected by law.