Mold Setter-Concord

MWC de México, S. de R.L. de C.V.; Concord (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Commercial Vehicle Group, Inc. in Concord, NC is seeking a Mold Setter to safely install, adjust, and maintain molds and tooling on Injection Molding machines. You will verify alignment, perform changeovers, and document all setups.

You may troubleshoot basic mold and machine issues, coordinate with engineers and maintenance, and support preventive maintenance. Overtime and multiple shifts may be required; starting wage is $18/hr with up to $26/hr depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in mold setting or machine setup preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret work instructions, diagrams, and tooling specifications.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to work overtime or different shifts as needed.

Responsibilities

• Install, remove, and secure molds, dies, and tooling.
• Verify mold alignment, clamping, and functionality before production release.
• Troubleshoot basic mold, tooling, and machine issues and escalate when needed.
• Work closely with Process Engineers, Maintenance, and Production Supervisors.
• Complete required documentation for setups, inspections, and changeovers.
• Follow safety procedures including lockout/tagout and PPE.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of mold storage and setup areas.
• Support preventive maintenance activities related to molds and tooling.

Skills

Mold setting

Machine setup

Mechanical aptitude

Problem-solving

Reading diagrams

Safety awareness

Tools

Hoists

Cranes

Job description

Position SummaryThe Mold Setter is responsible for safely installing, removing, adjusting, and maintaining molds and tooling on Injection Molding machines. This role ensures accurate setup, efficient changeovers, and proper machine operation to support quality, safety, and production goals.Key Responsibilities• Install, remove, and secure molds, dies, and tooling according to production schedules• Verify mold alignment, clamping, and functionality before releasing equipment to production• Troubleshoot basic mold, tooling, and machine issues and escalate when needed• Work closely with Process Engineers, Maintenance, and Production Supervisors• Complete required documentation for setups, inspections, and changeovers• Follow all safety procedures, including lockout/tagout and PPE requirements• Maintain cleanliness and organization of mold storage and setup areas• Assist with preventive maintenance activities related to molds and tooling• Support continuous improvement activities to reduce downtime and improve qualityQualifications• Prior experience in mold setting, machine setup, or mechanical/industrial operations preferred• Ability to read and interpret work instructions, diagrams, and tooling specifications• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills• Ability to lift, move, and position molds and tooling safely• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment• Willingness to work overtime or different shifts as neededRequirements• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting up to 50 lbs• Ability to work in hot or cold manufacturing environments• Ability to operate hoists, cranes, and mechanical lifting devicesSchedule:Schedule would be same as IM Day shift: 7:00am – 7:30pm Mon – Thursday and OT as needed (Potentially Mandatory)• Starting wage: Entry rate begins at $18/hr• Posting range: $18–$26/hr depending on experienceRate of Pay:Ask in InterviewCVG IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERCommercial Vehicle Group, Inc (CVG) is an equal employment opportunity employer such that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.Visa SponsorshipAt this time, we are not providing sponsorship for this role. Applicants must be authorized to work in the country of the job posting location on a full-time basis.No Unauthorized Referrals from Recruiters & VendorsPlease note that Commercial Vehicle Group, Inc (CVG) and any of its affiliated companies does not seek or accept unsolicited resumes or offers from third party recruiters or staffing agencies associated with any published or unpublished employment opportunities. Any unsolicited information sent to CVG will be considered as unencumbered and free from any fee or charge whatsoever. Only members of our Human Resources Team have the authority to engage or authorize recruiting services, which must be agreed upon before any resume or offer is received.Career Scam DisclaimerCommercial Vehicle Group (CVG) makes no representations or guarantees regarding employment opportunities listed on any third-party website. To protect against career scams, job applicants should take the necessary precautions when interviewing for and accepting employment positions allegedly offered by CVG. Applicants should never provide their national ID numbers, birth dates, credit card numbers, bank account information or other private information when communicating with prospective employers or responding to employment opportunities online. Job applicants are invited to contact CVG through CVG’s website to verify the authenticity of any employment opportunities.