Process Set-Up Technician (C Shift)

Century Mold Co.; Shelbyville, Northern (TN, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Century Mold in Shelbyville, TN seeks a Process Set-Up Technician on C shift to set up and changeover injection molds, adjust process parameters and ensure mold safety features are in place. You will connect utilities, verify protections, and support a quality production environment.

The role requires collaboration with QA, Engineering, and Tool Room, plus the ability to learn new software and maintain equipment efficiently. A strong foundation in injection molding is expected.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED; or 3–5 years related experience.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite; Microsoft Project; ability to learn new software as needed.
• Century Mold offers a competitive salary and benefits.

Responsibilities

• Setup and changeover machinery and equipment according to the production schedule.
• Install and remove molds in injection presses.
• Set process parameters and process limit alarms.
• Configure equipment safety features and low pressure mold protection.
• Connect water, hydraulic and air lines and verify mold protection switches.
• Coordinate with Quality Assurance, Engineering, and Tool Room to ensure quality parts.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Team coordination

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Microsoft Project

Job description

Process Set-Up Technician (C Shift)

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.