Mold Setter and Die Setter

$40k - $50k

Lemora Global

Akron, OH

Job Description

Mold Setter / Injection Molding Set up Technician

**Location: **Akron, Ohio

**Salary Range: **$40,000 to $50,000

Shift Availability: 2nd and 3rd Shifts Available

**Company: **Ferriot Inc.

About the Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Mold Setter / Injection Molding Setup Technician to join our manufacturing team. In this critical role, you will be responsible for mold installations, changeovers, machine startups, process adjustments, troubleshooting, and supporting production operations within a plastic injection molding environment.

The ideal candidate will have prior experience setting molds on injection molding machines, operating material handling equipment, and ensuring safe, efficient production operations.

Key Responsibilities

Install and remove molds in plastic injection molding machines
Clean mold mounting surfaces before and after mold changes
Align molds and sprue bushings for accurate machine setup
Transport molds using overhead cranes, hoists, and tow motors/forklifts
Follow Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and hazardous energy control procedures
Connect and disconnect:- Water lines
- Air lines
- Hydraulic lines
- Thermolators
- Auxiliary equipment
- Core pulls and knockout systems
Start production runs and perform machine startups
Adjust molding parameters and process setups as required
Troubleshoot mold, machine, and process-related issues
Assist production leadership with machine and equipment concerns
Perform minor mold maintenance and repair activities
Update production documentation, work instructions, and setup records
Communicate tooling and production information during shift transitions
Support general maintenance, housekeeping, and continuous improvement initiatives

Required Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED
Minimum 2 years of Injection Molding Setup or Mold Setting experience
Experience with mold changeovers and machine startups
Forklift/Tow Motor operation experience
Experience operating overhead cranes or hoists
Ability to read and follow written and verbal instructions
Ability to use measurement devices and hand tools accurately
Basic mechanical troubleshooting skills
Valid Driver’s License

Preferred Qualifications

Injection molding process optimization experience
Robot setup and operation experience
Mold maintenance and repair experience
Lead, Foreman, or team leadership experience
Lean Manufacturing / 5S experience

Physical Requirements

Lift and move 25-75 pounds regularly
Stand and walk for extended periods
Frequent bending, twisting, stooping, reaching, and climbing
Work around heat, dust, machinery, and moving equipment
Comfortable working at heights and in confined spaces
Ability to safely tighten mold clamps, fittings, and mechanical connections

Equipments & Tools Used

Injection molding presses
Overhead cranes and hoists
Tow motors / forklifts
Thermolators
Hydraulic and pneumatic systems
Hand and power tools
Vacuum loaders
Measuring devices
Material handling equipment
Mold maintenance tools

You should be proficient in:

Die Setter
Forklift
Hoist Operation
Hydraulic Systems
Injection Molding Technician
Injection Press
Lockout Tagout
LOTO
Machine Setup
Manufacturing
Mold Changeover
Mold Installation
Mold Maintenance
Mold Repair
Mold Setter
Overhead Crane
Plastic Injection Molding
Plastics Manufacturing
Pneumatic Systems
Process Setup
Process Technician
Production Technician
Robot Setup
Thermolators
Tool Change Technician
Tooling Technician
Tow Motor
Mechanical Troubleshooting

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