Plastic Injection Mold - Die Setters

Lacks Enterprises, Inc; Kentwood (MI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Quarterly Performance Payments

Complete benefits package after 90 days

401(k) after 90 days

Paid Time Off after 90 days

Wellness Programs and Incentives

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

A local manufacturing company in Kentwood, Michigan is looking for a Die Setter to join their team. The ideal candidate will install molds, move tools, and ensure machine operation in an injection molding facility. Responsibilities also include maintaining licenses and performing basic maintenance. Applicants should have a high school education and be organized, detail-oriented, and enjoy a production environment. This position offers competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for career growth.

Responsibilities

• Installing molds in presses and making adjustments.
• Moving injection molding tools in and out of workstations.
• Cycles the machine to ensure proper operation.
• Performs material changes for new jobs.
• Cleans and polishes molds as needed.
• Demonstrates Lock Out Tag Out procedures.
• Maintains current Hilo License and Crane License.
• Performs basic maintenance on die sets.

Skills

Ability to obtain a Hilo and Overhead Crane License

Knowledge of plastic injection process

Organized and detail oriented

Enjoys working in a production environment

Basic mechanical experience

Understanding of Lockout Tagout

Education

High School education or equivalent

Job description

Start a Career you Love....

Lacks Enterprises is a locally owned and privately held business with roots in the West Michigan area. We pride ourselves on our family atmosphere, culture of loyalty and team mindset that we have built and maintained over the course of 50 years. With a diverse group of 2500 employees across more than 25 facilities in the area, we continue to grow and with that comes opportunity!

We are currently accepting applications for Die Setters for our molding facilities on 3rd shift.

If you are someone who seeks to innovate, improve, and think critically about the work environment that surrounds you, consider joining our team as a Die Setter!

What We Offer

• Weekly Pay
• Quarterly Performance Payments
• A complete benefits package after 90 days (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• 401(k) after 90 days
• Paid Time Off after 90 days
• Wellness Programs and Incentives
• Tuition Reimbursement and more!

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Installing molds in presses and making all necessary hook-ups, settings and adjustments in accordance with established paperwork.
• Moving injection molding tools into and out of workstations.
• Cycles the machine after set-up to ensure proper operation. Runs parts, making any necessary final adjustments until quality trim sample is produced. (where applicable)
• Performs all tasks associated with making the necessary material changes for a new job as needed.
• Cleans and polishes molds as needed (where applicable).
• Demonstrates and follows Lock Out Tag Out procedures
• Maintains current Hilo License and Crane License
• Performs basic maintenance functions as they relate to die sets.
• Performs other tasks assigned by the designated supervisor.

Requirements:

• Ability to obtain a Hilo and Overhead Crane License
• Knowledge and understanding of the plastic injection process, and different types of plastic materials used
• Organized and detail oriented
• Enjoys working in a production environment
• Basic mechanical experience
• Understanding of Lockout Tagout preferred
• High School education or equivalent

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