Die Setter Plastic Injection Molding (1st Shift) M-F

Job Description

Seeking an Experienced Die Setter for our Plastic Injection Molding Business (1st SHIFT) M-F Currently 6:00am - 4:00pm to join our Team!

We are a very dynamic, diverse, small company of less than 50 employees, serving all industries, which has continued growth year-after-year. DRS is a friendly, small, high-growth manufacturing company with products in every industry. Team oriented environment with full benefits, PTO, retirement, etc., with freedom to make the job what you want it to be. Opportunity to be part of a special company and to attain equity.

Overall Objective of the Die Setter of our Plastic Injection Molding Business:

The Die Setter is responsible, but not limited to, all aspects of the injection molding process including changing out molds, completing setups, troubleshooting, operation and maintenance of injection mold presses and equipment.

Responsibilities:

Perform and direct the mold and material changing processes

Assure that mold set up, changeovers, and housekeeping standards are met

Ensure new job start-ups run correctly, making any necessary adjustments

Work with production personnel to ensure molded parts meet requirements, make adjustments as necessary

Work with tooling and maintenance personnel as required

Work with and alongside Quality personnel to ensure customer requirements as required for orders, mold samples and customer samples

Troubleshoot processing problems including normal adjustments and checks

Ensure molding machines and supporting systems are set to correct parameters and meeting the production goals

Verify process parameters and implement changes, as appropriate, to improve cycle times

Inspecting parts to ensure they meet the customer specifications

Review and inspect machines daily for maintenance issues and report to the Production Managers

Monitor, train, and coach the machine operators to ensure they are following proper procedures

Follow all clean up and housekeeping procedures

Comply with all safety, quality and work rules and regulations

Other duties may be assigned as necessary

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

2-5 years previous injection molding process experience is required

Proficient skills in reading, writing and arithmetic are necessary

Strong mechanical abilities & knowledge- preferably in the Plastics Industry, with experience in Injection Molding

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills; very detail-oriented

Excellent troubleshooting skills

Must be able to use hand tools and power/air tools

Excellent computer skills

Strong communication skills interacting with all levels of a company’s hierarchy

Education and Experience:

2-5 years of experience in a similar type position working in the Plastics Industry; injection molding processes IS required

Must have a High School diploma or GED (equivalent to diploma)

Forklift experience IS required

Valid Drivers License IS required

Company Description

DRS is a very dynamic, diverse, small company of less than 50 employees, serving all industries, which has continued growth year-after-yearFriendly, small, high-growth manufacturing company with products in every industry. Team oriented environment with full benefits, PTO, retirement, etc., with freedom to make the job what you want it to be. Opportunity to be part of a special company and to attain equity.