Mold Setter / Die Setter – Plastic Injection Molding

Lingo Staffing; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union benefits

Excellent benefits

Overtime opportunities

All shifts available

Job summary

Lingo Staffing is seeking a Mold Setter / Die Setter for plastic injection molding with immediate openings in Ohio. This direct-hire, union-friendly role offers $20-$24/hour plus shift differential and benefits.

All shifts available, with overtime opportunities and long-term career growth. Qualified candidates have 2+ years of mold setting experience, proficiency with injection molding machines, and are capable of operating tow motors and overhead cranes.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of mold setting experience in plastic injection molding.
• Experience operating injection molding machines.
• Knowledge of robots and auxiliary equipment is a plus.
• Ability to safely operate a tow motor and overhead crane.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Set up and change molds on plastic injection molding machines.
• Connect water, hydraulic, air, and auxiliary equipment.
• Process start-ups and troubleshoot molding issues.
• Perform mold changes safely using overhead cranes and tow motors.
• Assist with minor mold maintenance and machine adjustments.
• Work closely with production to ensure quality and efficient operation.

Skills

Mold setting experience

Injection molding machines

Robots & auxiliary equipment

Tow motor & overhead crane

Driver's license

Lifting 75 lbs

Job description

Mold Setter / Die Setter - Plastic Injection Molding

IMMEDIATE OPENINGS

****** Direct Hire******

$20-$24/Hour | Union Position | Excellent Benefits | All Shifts Available

• Union position with outstanding benefits
• Competitive starting pay: $20-$24/hour + Shift differential
• All shifts available
• Overtime opportunities
• Stable company with long-term career growth
• Supportive team and safe work environment

Are you an experienced Mold Setter looking for a stable career with a respected union manufacturer? Join a company that values skilled tradespeople, offers outstanding benefits, and provides long‑term job security.

What You'll Do

• Set up and change molds on plastic injection molding machines
• Connect water, hydraulic, air, and auxiliary equipment
• Process start-ups and troubleshoot molding issues
• Perform mold changes safely using overhead cranes and tow motors
• Assist with minor mold maintenance and machine adjustments
• Work closely with production to ensure quality and efficient operation

What We're Looking For

• 2+ years of mold setting experience in plastic injection molding
• Experience processing injection molding machines
• Knowledge of robots and auxiliary equipment is a plus
• Ability to safely operate a tow motor and overhead crane
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs. and work in a manufacturing environment

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