Job Description

Mold Setter
Location: Sturgis, MI

Shift/Hours: Open to all shifts (prefered) 2nd Shift (4:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m.) OR 3rd Shift (12:00 am – 8:00 am); Monday – Friday

Position Overview
A family-owned manufacturing organization in the plastic injection molding industry is seeking a skilled Mold Setter to join its team. This role is responsible for setting up and adjusting automatic compression, injection, or transfer machines used to mold plastic materials to specified shapes. The successful candidate will handle the setting and removal of molds for both scheduled and unscheduled production needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute scheduled and emergency mold changes on plastic injection molding presses.
• Safely mount, align, and secure molds onto press beds.
• Regulate and adjust machine controls, including temperature, pressure, and curing times.
• Utilize overhead cranes and auxiliary equipment to transport and position tooling safely.
• Perform basic troubleshooting during machine setup and startup to ensure quality production output.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized workspace adhering to company safety policies.

Required Qualifications

• 1 to 3 years of dedicated experience in setting and removing molds within the plastic injection molding industry.
• 1 to 3 years of hands-on experience performing tooling changes.
• Direct work background in a plastic injection molding environment.
• High School Diploma or GED.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience operating overhead cranes and hoist systems for mold transport.
• Proficiency in navigating state-of-the-art injection molding machine controls and auxiliary equipment.
• Proven ability to handle unscheduled or emergency mold changes efficiently.

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