MOLD SETTER/INJECTION MOLDING

Job Description

MOLD SETTER/INJECTION MOLDING

Monday – Friday

7:00 am – 3:30 pm

$21.00 per hour

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Change molds in an effective, safe manner done per the production schedule and all emergency mold changes.

Responsible for the proper set-up of all molds and related functions such as watering of the mold, knockout, hot runner set-up, hydraulics, pneumatics etc.

Set parameters of the molding press to the process verification sheet if applicable.

Assure that all safety and housekeeping procedures are followed.

Report all quality and scrap issues to the Production Supervisor/Lead

Process Engineer as soon as possible.

Remove mold and ensure both sides are cleaned.

Clean MAG plate on both sides.

Assist in the development and execution of the plan for the Mold and

Color Changes working with the team leaders and assigned leaders for the area.

Sets up machines (assembly equipment) associated with mold including changing to new mold that has been set.

Maintains a clean and safe mold storage area.

Maintains all mold change equipment.

Reports damaged equipment to the Production Supervisor/Technical Manager.

Wears proper protective equipment as required.

Complete Mold Change Checklist.

Ensure the pit is cleaned out and all previous parts are tagged and removed.

Maintains Gaylord and hopper levels.

Ensures that all material gaylords are covered.

Ensures all material is properly labeled.

Ensures that material is stored in the correct area.

Empties and cleans grinders/blenders .

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to lift up to 75 lbs.

1-2 years of mold setting experience in Plastic Injection Molding.

Possess good mechanical aptitude.

Ability to operate powered lift equipment (forklift, hoists, cranes, etc.)

Full-time