Set-up Technician (Injection Molding) - PSC41126

PlasticStaffing.com; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 28,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental and vision insurance

401(k) with match

Paid holidays

Life insurance

Wellness discounts

Career advancement

Job summary

Plastic Staffing is seeking an experienced Plastic Injection Mold Setup Technician for an established plastics manufacturer. The role requires hands-on mold setup expertise with 3–5 years in injection molding, plus the ability to perform mold changeovers, machine startups, and process troubleshooting.

Candidates should be capable of supporting continuous production quality on a full-time, Monday–Friday schedule.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years hands-on plastic injection mold setup experience.
• Experience with mold installations, startups, processing, troubleshooting and removals.
• Willingness to work full-time Mon-Fri and pass drug test.

Responsibilities

• Perform injection mold installations, changeovers, startups, troubleshooting, and removals.
• Set up and adjust injection molding machines, robots, automation, and auxiliary equipment.
• Maintain stable molding processes and troubleshoot machine, mold, and material-related issues.
• Inspect startup and production parts against established quality guidelines and complete process validation.
• Establish and maintain process control plans according to customer requirements.
• Document mold setups, process parameters, and production information in the manufacturing system.
• Train production operators on proper equipment operation and process requirements.

Skills

Injection molding knowledge

Mold setup expertise

Process troubleshooting

Independent problem solving

Heavy lifting ability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Plastics Technologist Certification

Associate degree in Plastics Technology

Tools

Robots and automation

Mold installation tools

Meters and gauges

Hand and power tools

Job description

Compensation: $20–$40 per hour

Industry: Plastics Manufacturing | Injection Molding

Schedule/Type: Full-Time | Monday–Friday

Position Summary:

Plastic Staffing is conducting a confidential search for an experienced Plastic Injection Mold Setup Technician for an established, growing plastics manufacturer.

This role is ideal for a hands-on technician with at least 3–5 years of injection mold setup experience and a strong understanding of molding machines, automation, resins, and auxiliary equipment. The selected candidate will be responsible for mold changeovers, machine startups, process troubleshooting, and maintaining consistent production quality.

The position offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career advancement.

Responsibilities:

• Perform injection mold installations, changeovers, startups, troubleshooting, and removals.
• Set up and adjust injection molding machines, robots, automation, and auxiliary equipment.
• Maintain stable molding processes and troubleshoot machine, mold, and material-related issues.
• Inspect startup and production parts against established quality guidelines and complete process validation.
• Establish and maintain process control plans according to customer requirements.
• Document mold setups, process parameters, and production information in the manufacturing system.
• Handle and store molding materials properly.
• Identify tooling, equipment, and accessory needs and recommend replacements or purchases.
• Train production operators on proper equipment operation and process requirements.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of hands-on plastic injection mold setup experience.
• Proven experience with mold installation, machine startups, processing, troubleshooting, and mold removal.
• Strong knowledge of injection molding machinery, automation, molds, and plastic resins.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and independent problem-solving skills.
• Ability to safely use overhead cranes and hoists to maneuver tooling weighing up to approximately 15,000 lbs.
• Ability to perform heavy lifting and other physical manufacturing duties.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to work a full-time, Monday–Friday schedule.
• Must successfully meet the employer's required drug-testing criteria.

Preferred Experience / Qualifications

• Experience with robots, dryers, hopper loaders, chillers, material silos, and parts separators.
• Familiarity with hot stamping, ultrasonic welding, and production control systems.
• Experience with multimeters, gauges, scales, hand tools, power tools, gantries, and hoists.
• Hydraulic and water hose fabrication or assembly experience.
• ERP/MRP manufacturing software experience.
• Valid forklift operator's license.
• Plastics Technologist Certification or an associate degree in Plastics Technology.
• $25–$45 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Supplemental insurance options.
• 401(k) with employer Safe Harbor match.
• Eligibility for annual attendance/holiday bonus.
• Optional life insurance.
• Fitness center and wellness center membership discounts.
• Career advancement and promote-from-within opportunities.

Relocation assistance may be considered for highly qualified candidates.

Plastic Staffing is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates.