Setup Technician - 2nd shift Molding

Cretex Medical Component and Device Technologies; Brooklyn Park (MN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential

401k with company match

Onsite health clinics

Discretionary holiday bonus program

Cretex University

Job summary

Cretex Medical Component and Device Technologies is hiring a Set-Up Technician for 2nd shift in Minnesota. You will set up injection molds, prepare auxiliary equipment, and perform first piece inspections to ensure continuous production within prescribed cycles.

The role requires at least 3 years of mold setup experience, knowledge of resins, and strong problem-solving skills, with a focus on quality and safety in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform set-up for new molds and highly complex molds.
• Knowledge of plastic resins, mold setup and injection molding press functions.
• Ability to create and route reports and communications.
• Ability to read, comprehend, follow and document work instructions.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience and high school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Set up and tear down of injection molds and required auxiliary equipment.
• Conduct first piece inspection and ensure equipment runs per work instructions.
• Monitor presses, alarms and troubleshoot manufacturing issues.
• Maintain part quality via audits and documentation of defects.
• Develop setup sheets for tooling changes and communicate status to Engineering.
• Enter production data into ERP and ensure logs are accurate and timely.
• Maintain 5S in the work area and comply with safety policies.
• Support Quality System, ISO and medical device requirements.

Skills

Mold setup

Equipment operation

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Multitasking

Math skills

Documentation and reporting

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Overhead cranes

Job description

Overview

About Cretex Medical

Cretex Medical is a leading contract manufacturer of precision components and assemblies for the medical device industry. Our customers view us as a trusted partner in the areas of injection molding, laser processing, metal stamping and device assembly. Learn more at www.cretexmedical.com.

Set-Up TechnicianPositionSummary

Setup Technicians are responsible for the set-up and tear downs of injection molds in molding equipment, set-up of required auxiliary equipment, complete first piece inspection of production run, ensure equipment is running at prescribed cycle per work instructions, and assist, where necessary, press operators.

Shift Available:

2nd Shift: 2:00 pm-10:30 pm Monday-Friday

Responsibilities

Set-Up TechnicianDuties and Responsibilities

• Locate, transport, install and store injection molds in accordance with established guidelines Prepare auxiliary and second support equipment as required at thepress


• Monitor presses and alarms and troubleshootissues

• Follows proper setup checks and floor operationprocedures


• Trouble shoot the manufacturing process todiagnoseand resolve anticipated or actual manufacturing problems that may affect productquality


• Maintain part quality by completing audits and documenting defectiveparts


• Clean molds


• Understand the operating characteristics and capabilities of all manufacturing machinery, equipment, andcontrols

• Develop and document set-up sheets as required for new tooling, major tooling changes, process changes, and specialtests


• Keep the Engineering Department and the Master Scheduler informed about the technical status of new jobs andprojects


• Verify documents and logs are accurate and completed in a timelymanner


• Reads and complies with work instructions, set up sheets, andchecklists


• Enters production information into the ERP system on a timelybasis

• Accurately records and reports hoursworked


• Maintains an organized work area (5S) to include workstations, equipment, walkways, and lockerrooms


• Participates in the Operational Excellence Program


• Understands and complies with the Cretex professional competencies, company policies, and employeemanual


• Adheres to all safety policies; includes wearing personal protective equipment whenrequired

• Supports and complies with the company's Quality System, ISO, and medical devicerequirements


• Completes all other work duties asassigned

Qualifications

Set-Up TechnicianRequirements

• Ability to perform set-up for new molds and highly complex molds asdirected


• Knowledge of plastic resins, mold setup and functions of an injection molding press


• Ability to create and route reports andcommunications


• Ability to present information to individuals or smallgroups


• Knowledge of basic Math

• Ability to operate a forklift and overheadcranes


• Ability to promote and maintain a safe workenvironment


• Minimum of 3 years of experience


• High school diploma or equivalent


• Ability to read, comprehend, follow and document work instructions, standard operating procedures, and trainingdocuments

• Mechanical Aptitude


• Dexterity and hand and eye coordination


• Attention todetail


• Strongproblem-solvingskills


• Ability to prioritize work and manage multipletasks

Set-Up Technician Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of statistical process control (SPC)

Pay Range

USD $21.20 - USD $30.72 /Hr.

Pay Range Details

This pay range reflects the base hourly rate or annual salary for positions within this job grade, based on our market-based pay structures. Actual compensation will depend on factors such as skills, relevant experience, education, internal equity, business needs, and local market conditions. While the full hiring range is shared for transparency, offers are rarely made at the minimum or maximum of the range.

Company Benefits

This position is eligible for shift differential.

All Employees:

Our 401k retirement savings plan with a company match contribution; onsite health clinics, discretionary holiday bonus program (based on years of service), Cretex University, 24/7 employee assistance program with access to five confidential visits with a licensed counselor at no cost, wellness program with incentives, an employee death benefit, and employee sick and safe leave are available to all Cretex employees.

20+hours:

Cretex's medical benefit package includes: comprehensive medical insurance with access to virtual providers; dental insurance (Little Partners Dental benefit covers services 100 percent for children 12 and younger when seen by a Health Partners in network provider); vision insurance; a pre-tax health savings account, healthcare and dependent care pre-tax reimbursement accounts; paid holidays, paid time off; and our discretionary profit sharing program are available to employees working 20+ hours/week.

30+ hours:

Parental Leave, accident and critical illness benefits, optional employee, spouse, and child life; short and long term disability; company provided life insurance; and tuition assistance programs are available to employees working 30+ hours per week.

(Some benefits are subject to eligibility criteria.)

Applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, family status, status with regard to public assistance, or any other protected status as required by law.

Our company uses E-Verify to confirm the employment and eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.