Molding Set Up Technician

Aerotek; Illinois; On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerotek in Buffalo Grove, IL is seeking a Set-Up Technician (Injection Mold) for 6am-6pm or 6pm-6am rotating schedules. The role requires injection mold experience and the ability to set up varying levels of equipment.

This is a fully onsite opportunity with 12-hour shifts and TPM responsibilities. Responsibilities include startup, operation, TPM maintenance, quality checks, 5S compliance, and lean initiative participation.

Qualifications

• Experience with injection molding equipment and processes.
• Ability to set up machines and fixtures.
• Willing to work 12-hour rotating shifts

Responsibilities

• Start up, operate, and perform TPM-level maintenance on injection molding systems.
• Load validated master cycle parameters and programs; monitor quality at startup.
• Troubleshoot basic issues and reference SOPs; maintain 5S and clean molds.
• Complete TPM Level 1 tasks and support lean initiatives.

Skills

Injection mold experience

Set up experience

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Set-Up Technician (Injection Mold)

6am-6pm on a rotating schedule

OR

6pm-6am on a rotating schedule

must haves

-Injection mold experience

-Set up experience (varying levels okay)

• -Able to work 12 hour rotating shift

Responsibilities

• Start up, operate, and perform TPM-level maintenance on injection molding, assembly, and auxiliary equipment according to company and customer specifications.
• Support and understand the responsibilities of operator level 1 and level 2 roles to ensure smooth production operations.
• Conduct thorough visual inspections of products per production specifications to identify and address defects.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace by following 5S standards on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis.
• Load validated master cycle parameters into injection molding machines at each startup to ensure consistent processing conditions.
• Load programs into automated and robotic systems, align them correctly, and verify proper operation.
• Monitor injection molding machines to ensure they run to standard and confirm that product quality meets specification at each startup.
• Troubleshoot small to mid-size process issues and elevate more complex problems to Setter Level 2 or Maintenance when necessary.
• Respond to machine alarms as needed, and safely start and stop machines after initial setup.
• Retrieve required documentation from the TMS (Tracking/Management System) to support quality-related decisions.
• Perform line clearances as required to ensure proper separation of production runs and prevent mix-ups.
• Clean injection molds according to established work instructions to maintain mold performance and product quality.
• Pull and set molds safely and accurately in the injection molding machines.
• Perform color changes and material lot changes as required, and complete all associated traceability documentation.
• Perform assembly startup batches or shots for product changes or new versions of existing products.
• Complete Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) Level 1 tasks for assembly, injection molding, and auxiliary equipment.
• Complete cycle checklists accurately to document machine and process conditions.
• Perform lock out/tag out (LOTO) procedures on any unsafe equipment to ensure a safe working environment.
• Maintain and support Lean initiatives and actively participate in Lean projects to improve efficiency.
• Provide suggestions and take an active role in process improvements to eliminate non-value-added activities.
• Support and maintain all company policies, including compliance with ISO standards and Health and Safety requirements.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Buffalo Grove, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $40.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Buffalo Grove,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 14, 2026.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications w