Mold Setter

Mold Setter

This role focuses on setting up and changing molds for plastic injection molding machines and performing beginning to intermediate processing duties. You will prepare equipment for production, ensure proper machine setup, and support smooth start-ups under the guidance of a Process Technician.

Responsibilities

• Operate hoists safely to pull and set large molds approximately the size of a car.
• Perform all material handling duties, including staging, loading, and moving materials to and from machines.
• Set up and troubleshoot all backside setup duties on injection molding presses.
• Install hot runner cables and related connections to ensure proper mold operation.
• Set up and load robot programs as required for each job.
• Load and verify process parameters according to the setup checklist.
• Ensure the cell layout matches the approved layout documentation (blue book).
• Complete all required setup checklists accurately and on time.
• Purge new material in preparation for start-up, ensuring proper material changeover.
• Perform simple machine start-ups under the direction of a Process Technician.
• Confirm all components and materials from the previous job are removed from the work area before starting a new job.
• Verify housekeeping is completed and the work area is clean and organized prior to press start-up.
• Perform mold changes as needed based on instructions from shift leadership.
• Set up jigs, fixtures, cutting tools, and stamping tools on machines used for shaping metal, functioning as a setup operator for production tools.
• Support changeovers and machine setups to minimize downtime and maintain production efficiency.

Essential Skills

• At least 1.5 years of experience in plastic injection molding mold setting.
• Hands-on experience with plastic injection molding machines and mold setup.
• Ability to clearly explain previous mold setting experience, including how molds were set up, what equipment was used, and what materials were processed.
• Proficiency in operating hoists and handling large molds safely.
• Ability to perform material handling tasks in a production environment.
• Capability to perform backside setup duties and basic troubleshooting on injection molding equipment.
• Experience installing hot runner cables and related mold connections.
• Ability to load and verify process parameters according to established setup checklists.
• Basic skills in loading and running robot programs for molding operations.
• Ability to purge and change materials correctly in preparation for start-up.
• Capability to perform simple machine start-ups under guidance.
• Strong attention to detail in completing setup checklists and verifying cell layouts.
• Commitment to maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work area.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with die setting and mold setting in a manufacturing environment.
• Background in operating or setting up molding machines for plastic injection molding.
• Familiarity with changeovers and machine setup for different tools and molds.
• Experience setting up jigs, fixtures, cutting tools, and stamping tools on machine tools.
• Comfort working on multiple shifts and adapting to a rotating schedule.
• Strong communication skills to describe equipment, materials, and processes used in prior roles.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from competitive wages, a rich benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, paid holidays, and short- and long-term disability coverage. A 401(k) plan with company matching, tuition reimbursement, and an employee referral bonus program support long-term financial and professional growth. The unique five-day-per-week schedule is designed to promote excellent work-life balance, while the facility's modern amenities and supportive environment create a positive place to build a career.

Work Environment

The facility is clean, modern, and well-maintained, providing a professional manufacturing environment focused on plastic injection molding operations. Multiple shifts are available, including rotating schedules across A, B, and C shifts, with a combination of weekday and weekend hours and longer shifts on certain days. The plant is not temperature controlled, and the presence of injection molding machines can create warm conditions, especially during hotter weather; large shipping doors are opened on cooler days to help reduce temperatures. Team members have access to two break rooms, one of which has been recently updated and offers a TV, free coffee, and free fountain machines, along with vending machines for purchasing food. Work is performed on the production floor around injection molding presses, hoists, and related equipment, with an emphasis on safety, cleanliness, and organized work areas.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Saline, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $43680.00 - $47840.00/yr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Benefits ONCE DIRECT: -Competitive wages -Employee Referral Bonuses -Perfect Attendance Bonuses -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.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Saline, MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 28, 2026.