Mold Setup Technician — Growth & Benefits

Wolverine Staffing; Saline (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

Company-paid disability

Wellness program

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) with matching

Paid holidays

Attendance bonus

Referral bonus

Job summary

Wolverine Staffing in Saline, MI is seeking a motivated Mold Setter to join our plastic injection molding team. The role focuses on mold setups, startups, and ensuring safe, efficient production in a fast-paced facility.

Work closely with supervision and technicians on mold changes, quality checks, and equipment preparation. The position offers two shift options and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of plastic injection molding and mold setup experience.
• Experience performing mold changes in a manufacturing environment.
• Material Technician experience preferred.
• Ability to read and follow technical instructions and setup documentation.
• Forklift and overhead crane experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform mold setups and changeovers according to established process guidelines and production scheduled.
• Prepare and stage molds, thermolators, DME units, hoses, hydraulic units, fixtures, gauges, and related equipment required for mold setups.
• Follow all safety procedures, including Lock-Out/Tag-Out, during mold installation
• Review setup documentation, quality books, process sheets, and work instructions prior to mold installation and startup.
• Coordinate with the Shift Supervisor and Material Hnadler to support production schedules and ensure work centers are prepared for upcoming jobs.
• Tear down molds after production runs and properly store molds and auxiliary equipment.
• Identify and communicate any mold quality or safety concerns before and during installation

Skills

Mold setups

Problem solving

Teamwork

Time management

Reading technical docs

Communication

Forklift experience

Tools

Forklift

Overhead crane

Job description

Wolverine Staffing in Saline, MI is seeking a motivated Mold Setter to join our plastic injection molding team. The role focuses on mold setups, startups, and ensuring safe, efficient production in a fast-paced facility.

Work closely with supervision and technicians on mold changes, quality checks, and equipment preparation. The position offers two shift options and a comprehensive benefits package.