Mold Setup & Processing Specialist (Injection Molding)

Are you the problem-solver everyone calls when a press won’t cooperate?

If dialing in a stubborn process, cutting scrap, and teaching others how to run repeatable setups sounds like your kind of day, this role is for you.

What you’ll do

• Own mold changes, startups, changeovers, and shutdowns per the production plan.
• Troubleshoot processes, tooling, and auxiliaries to minimize downtime and scrap.
• Adjust cycle times, part weights, colors, and wall thickness to hit spec—consistently.
• Assist with resin trials, equipment installations, and process validation.
• Build and update setup standards and process sheets for each mold/tool.
• Handle light and preventative maintenance on molds, fixtures, and secondary equipment.
• Confirm material moisture content before startup; follow established processing specifications.
• Coach Operators and Supervisors on machine operation, standards, and troubleshooting.
• Identify and drive scrap reduction and continuous improvement initiatives.

When you’ll work

B Shift - Monday-Wednesday 12:00pm-6:15pm and alternating Thursday/Friday or Saturday/Sunday 6:00am-6:15pm.

C Shift - Monday-Wednesday 6:00pm-12:15am and alternating Thursday/Friday or Saturday/Sunday 6:00pm-6:15am.

What you bring

• 3+ years of hands-on injection molding processing and troubleshooting.
• Expertise in mold setup, optimization, and changeovers.
• Large-part molding background preferred.
• Light maintenance know-how to keep equipment in top shape.
• Ability to read/follow process sheets, setup docs, and quality requirements.
• Solid computer, documentation, and communication skills (verbal/written).

Environment & physical requirements

• Office and manufacturing settings.
• Lift up to 50 lbs, climb ladders up to 15 feet, stand over 8 hours; conditions may be hot, noisy, and dirty.

Proficiencies we value

• Continuous Improvement
• Maintenance and Repair Skills
• Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
• Injection Molding Experience
• Tool/Die/Mold Setup Experience
• Processing
• Process validation

Tools & tech you’ll use

• Nissei injection molding machines
• Toyota sit-down forklifts
• Overhead cranes
• Forklifts