Mold Set-Up Technician $22

Job title: Mold Set-Up Technician

Summary of Position

Under the direction of the Molding Supervisor, the position is accountable for the set-up, repair and maintenance of injection mold machines.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• In coordination with the Process Technician, set up and operate injection molding machines and associated auxiliary equipment to meet departmental Safety, Quality, and Delivery objectives.

• Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, and work orders to select, position, install, and secure molds and equipment; adjust machine settings to complete mold setups accurately and efficiently in accordance with specifications and standards.

• Install and remove molds using appropriate hand tools, clamps, bolts, hoists, lift carts, and manual and electric hoists.

• Prepare and mix resin materials, colorants, and regrind according to established formulas and processing requirements. Clean out and set up material handling equipment.

• Operate injection molding and automated assembly equipment in parallel with the molding cycle as required to support production flow.

• Complete all required documentation, including setup, daily checklists, and production logs, in a timely and accurate manner.

• Support production flow across departments as needed and maintain departmental housekeeping standards.

• Complete basic machine maintenance and repairs

• Perform all job functions safely, c