Mold Technician - S3 (6:00 PM - 4:30 AM; Monday - Thursday)

Vital Plastics LLC; Town of Baldwin (WI); Sur place; USD 33 000 - 44 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Vital Plastics LLC in Baldwin, Wisconsin is seeking an experienced Mold Technician to operate and troubleshoot injection molding machines, install and adjust auxiliary equipment, and ensure product quality across various materials. The role requires 2–5 years of hands-on molding experience, mechanical aptitude, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

A 6:00 PM–4:30 AM shift includes a 10% differential. Responsibilities include setting up machinery, following MWIs, resolving process issues,

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of injection molding experience.
• Mechanically inclined with ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Able to read, write, and communicate effectively.
• Basic computer skills including email and data entry.

Responsabilités

• Install, set up, and troubleshoot injection molding machines to optimize production and quality across materials.
• Set up auxiliary equipment and robotic systems to meet packaging requirements.
• Follow Molding Work Instructions, prints, specs, work orders and production documentation.
• Identify and resolve molding process issues and quality defects.
• Perform changeovers, record downtime and scrap/rejects, verify BOMs for production accuracy.
• Ensure material and product containment procedures are followed throughout the process.
• Use measuring instruments and production tools; report issues to Tooling and Maintenance departments.
• Maintain a safe, organized work area per company policies.

Connaissances

Injection molding

Mechanical aptitude

Reading/Writing communication

Formation

High School Diploma or equivalent

Outils

Overhead hoist

Forklift

Description du poste

Mold Technician - S3 (6:00 PM - 4:30 AM; Monday - Thursday)

Vital Plastics LLC BALDWIN, Wisconsin, United States

About this position

Shift: S3 (6:00 PM - 4:30 AM; Monday - Thursday) including a 10% shift differential.

We are seeking an experienced Mold Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will have prior hands-on experience in injection molding and a strong understanding of mold installation, setup and troubleshooting.

Position Purpose: The Molding Technician performs duties to set up and cycle a variety of Plastic Injection molding machines and auxiliary equipment. They make process adjustments to ensure proper function and quality of parts.

Job Responsibilities:

• Install, set up, process and troubleshoot injection molding machines to optimize production efficiency and ensure product quality across a variety of engineered plastic materials.
• Set up and adjust auxiliary equipment and robotic systems to ensure proper product containment and meet packaging requirements.
• Follow all Molding Work Instructions (MWI), including prints, specifications, work orders, and production documentation.
• Identify and resolve molding process issues and quality-related defects.
• Perform job changeovers, record downtime and scrap/rejects, and verify Bills of Materials (BOMs) for production accuracy.
• Ensure appropriate material and product containment procedures are implemented and maintained throughout the manufacturing process.
• Use a variety of measuring instruments, production tools, and equipment.
• Communicate tooling concerns, damage, or performance issues to Tooling Department through the Tool Work Order System.
• Report machine, equipment, or press-related issues to the Maintenance Department through the Maintenance Request Order (MRO) System
• Maintain a safe and organized work environment while adhering to all company safety policies and procedures.
• Keep Work Area Clean per Company Housekeeping Standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Experience
Required:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 2 - 5 years Injection Molding Experience.
• Mechanically inclined and able to work in a fast-paced environment with the ability to adapt to constant change.
• Ability to safely lift and move items weighing up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis.
• Ability to read, write and communicate effectively.
• Basic computer skills, including email, data entry, and the use of common software programs.
• Overhead hoist and forklift experience.

Salary Information

$24 - $32Hourly Wage