Mold Setter and Die Setter

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