Mold Setter A growing company is looking for a driven Mold Technician to join our team at our plastic injection molding facility in Saline, Michigan. The Mold Setter is responsible for setting molds using established processes, and supporting daily injection molding operations to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality production. This role works closely with the Shift Supervisor, Process Technicians, Material Handlers, and Operators to complete mold setups, startups, shutdowns, and troubleshooting activities while maintaining process standards and production schedule. Two Schedule Options: A Shift: Monday through Wednesday 6:00am-12:15pm, and alternating Thursday/Friday or Saturday/Sunday 6:00am-6:15pm.D Shift: Monday through Wednesday 12:00am-6:15am, and alternating Thursday/Friday or Saturday/Sunday 6:00pm-6:15am.
Key Responsibilities:- Perform mold setups and changeovers according to established process guidelines and production scheduled.
- Prepare and stage molds, thermolators, DME units, hoses, hydraulic units, fixtures, gauges, and related equipment required for mold setups.
- Follow all safety procedures, including Lock-Out/Tag-Out, during mold installation
- Review setup documentation, quality books, process sheets, and work instructions prior to mold installation and startup.
- Coordinate with the Shift Supervisor and Material Handler to support production schedules and ensure work centers are prepared for upcoming jobs.
- Tear down molds after production runs and properly store molds and auxiliary equipment.
- Identify and communicate any mold quality or safety concerns before and during installation
Qualifications:- 25 years of plastic injection molding and mold setup experience
- Experience performing mold changes in a manufacturing environment
- Material Technician experience preferred
- Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
- Ability to read and follow technical instructions and setup documentation
- Forklift and overhead crane experience preferred
- Good teamwork, communication, and time management skills
- Basic computer skills (spreadsheets, work instructions, etc.)Work Environment
Ability to work in manufacturing environment, standing for 8 or more hours per day in an environment that may be noisy, hot, and messy.
Ability to lift items up to 50lbs
Ability to reach, bend, twist, climb
Ability to lift and move tooling and setup equipment safely.
Why work with Us?- A rich Benefits Package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Long and Short-Term Disability (Company Paid), a robust Wellness Program, tuition reimbursement, and a 401(k) Retirement Plan with matching.
- Vacation and Sick TimeUp to Ten (10) paid holidays (including one diversity holiday)
- Perfect Attendance and Employee Referral Bonus opportunities (up to $200 per referral)
- Opportunities for growth and job training, for energetic, career-minded individuals.
- Located in Saline, MI just minutes from Planet Fitness, Emagine Saline, Costco, Briarwood Mall, and hundreds of local businesses!
