Process Set-Up Technician

Century Mold Co. Inc.; Shelbyville (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Paid vacation and holidays

401(k) matching

HSA contributions

Medical, dental and vision plans

Job summary

Century Mold Co. Inc. is seeking a Process Set-Up Technician in Shelbyville, TN. This full‑time position focuses on setting up and changing over molds, installing and removing molds in injection presses, and adjusting process parameters to meet production schedules.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED with 3–5 years related experience, and proficiency in Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project. A team‑oriented environment offers a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Experience with setting up and changing over injection molding equipment.
• Ability to interpret process parameter sheets and adjust machine settings.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and project tracking software.

Responsibilities

• Set up and change over machinery and equipment per production priorities.
• Install and remove molds in injection presses and check protections.
• Configure process parameters and alarms to maintain quality.
• Connect water, hydraulic and air lines and verify mold protection switches.
• Coordinate with QA, Engineering and Tool Room to ensure quality parts.
• Maintain clean, organized work area and support new product development.

Skills

Mold set-up

Equipment changeover

Process parameter setting

Safety features knowledge

Education

High School diploma or GED; 3–5 years related experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Microsoft Project

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Process Set-Up Technician

Full Time Regular Shelbyville, TN, US

At Century Mold, we don't just mold parts, our customers come to us with their toughest challenges … and we mold solutions. The plastics industry is full of challenges and the Century Mold team prides themselves on their problem-solving capabilities. We strive to provide and deliver more not only for our customers but for our team as well.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Setup and changeover machinery and equipment according to the priorities of the production schedule.
• Installation and removal of molds in injection presses.
• Setting of process parameters and process limit alarms.
• Setting of equipment safety features and low pressure mold protection.
• Connection of water, hydraulic and air lines.
• Connection and checking of any mold protection switches.
• Installation and removal of peripheral equipment (chutes, conveyors, etc.).
• Ensure that the required raw materials are staged in the workstation.
• Complete mold travelers as required.
• Ensure that the process parameter sheet is reflected in the actual machine settings.
• Coordinate with Quality Assurance, Engineering, and Tool Room to ensure machine is producing a quality part.
• Must have the ability technically to understand processes in association with mold set-up and manufacturing operations.
• Must be able to start a press and bring product up to an acceptable measure at “start-up;” as well as note any changes on a “PROCESS NOTICE” sheet.
• Provide operator assistance as required.
• Responsible for working with tool engineering and other departments as needed for development of new product.
• Must have basic knowledge of materials and the injection molding process.
• Must maintain a clean and organized work environment.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience:

High School diploma or equivalency (G.E.D); or three to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Computer Skills:

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite; Microsoft Project; Ability to learn new software as needed.

Century Mold offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package that includes annual bonus, paid vacation and holidays, 401(k) matching, HSA contributions, and medical, dental and vision plans.

Century Mold is an equal opportunity employer and affords equal consideration to all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, citizenship, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation and gender identity, disability, marital status, military or veteran status, predisposing genetic characteristics, domestic violence victim status, or any other status protected under local, state, or federal laws.

Century Mold offers reasonable accommodation in the employment process for individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance in the application process to accommodate a disability, you may request accommodation at any time by contacting the Human Resources Department.