Mold Setter - Technician (3rd Shift)

TriMas Corporation; Island Park (IN); On-site; USD 30,307 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Program

Job summary

TriMas Corporation is looking for a Mold Setter - Technician for the 3rd shift in Island Park, Indiana. The ideal candidate will have 3 to 5 years of experience in plastic injection mold processing, able to troubleshoot and monitor machines in a high-volume environment. Key responsibilities include setting up molding machines, adhering to safety practices, and collaborating with Tool and Die Makers to optimize cycles. Benefits include comprehensive medical and retirement options, and the expected pay range is $22-28/hour.

Qualifications

• Must have 3-5 years of experience in plastic injection mold processing.
• Hands-on experience with high volume injection molding required.
• Experience in Injection Molding Tooling and/or Maintenance is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up and start up molding machines.
• Monitor and troubleshoot processing problems.
• Provide feedback on mold design.

Skills

Plastic injection mold processing

Troubleshooting skills

Problem-solving skills

Measurement with calipers

Lock out tag out

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Calipers

Indicating micrometers

Job description

Mold Setter - Technician (3rd Shift)

Company: Rieke LLC

Primary Location: 2855 E. Bellefontaine Rd, Hamilton, IN 46742 USA

Workplace Type: On-site

Employment Type: Hourly | Full-Time

Function: Manufacturing Production / Distribution

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled

Main Duties & Responsibilities

We are looking for an experienced Plastic Injection Mold Setter/Processor with proven experience in safely completing mold set-ups and processing to produce quality products. This person will work in a high volume, fast paced environment.

This position is for 3rd Shift: Sunday - Thursday 10pm-6am with some weekends.

• Ensure that safe practices are followed on a daily basis by following all safety procedures.
• Ensure injection molding machines, auxiliary equipment and associated automated systems are set to regulation parameters, are producing product that meets quality standards and all production goals.
• Set up and start up molding machines. Check product with calipers, optical comparators, and other testing methods and devices.
• Monitor and troubleshoot processing problems, perform preventive maintenance tasks, and document process changes.
• Understand the importance of reducing material scrap to protect our environment and reduce costs.
• Provide feedback on mold design and assist Tool and Die Makers to dial in each mold for optimal cycle time and quality

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent. Three (3) to five (5) years of plastic injection mold processing experience from mold setting through successful processing. Must have experience with lock out tag out. Must have experience with calipers, indicating micrometers, and reading inspection specs. Hands on experience with high volume injection molding. Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills. Troubleshooting ability is required. Experience in Injection Molding Tooling and/or Maintenance is preferred. Previous Paulson Training is a plus.

Compensation

The expected pay range for this position is $22-28+/hour. Compensation can vary depending on several factors, including a candidate's qualifications, skills, experience, competencies, and geographic location.

Benefits

Benefit offerings include Medical Insurance and Prescription Drugs, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability Insurance (for eligible employees), Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Paid Time Off (may include vacation and sick time), Retirement Program, and Other Voluntary Benefits.

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