Molding Lead- 3rd Shift

TriMas Corporation; Auburn (IN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Program

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

TriMas Packaging LLC is seeking an experienced Molding Lead for the 3rd shift (10p-6a) in Auburn, IN. This on-site role drives a high-volume plastic injection molding operation, leading a team to deliver quality products while maintaining safety and efficiency.

You will set up molding machines, monitor processes, troubleshoot issues, and work with tooling staff to optimize cycle times and product quality. Join a company with a strong emphasis on safety and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of plastic injection mold processing experience from mold setting through successful processing.
• 1+ years in a leadership role.
• Lock out tag out experience is required.
• Calipers, indicating micrometers, and reading inspection specs experience.
• Hands-on experience with high volume injection molding.
• Paulson Training is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe practices daily by following all safety procedures.
• Set up injection molding machines and auxiliary equipment to regulate parameters and meet quality standards.
• Check products with calipers and optical comparators and start up molds for optimal cycle times.
• Monitor and troubleshoot processing issues and perform preventive maintenance.
• Reduce material scrap to protect the environment and cut costs.
• Provide feedback on mold design and assist Tool and Die Makers to dial in molds.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Troubleshooting

High-volume molding

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Injection molding tooling

Job description

Molding Lead- 3rd Shift

Company: TriMas Packaging LLC

Primary Location: 500 W 7th Street, Auburn, IN 46706 USA

Workplace Type: On-site

Employment Type:Hourly | Full-Time

Function: Product / Distribution Support

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. while also leading a team.

This position is for 3rd shift 10p-6a with some weekends.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• 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.
• One or more years in a leadership role.
• 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.

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.