Job Summary: Responsible for determining and implementing best manufacturing practices for current and future production related to set-up, start-up, processing, and maintenance of injection molding machines to satisfactorily accomplish quality and on-time delivered products to customers. Adheres to all plant and OSHA safety policies and regulations. Supervisory Responsibilities: None Duties/Responsibilities: • Maintenance of injection molding machines to satisfactorily accomplish quality and on-time delivered products to customers. • Set-up and start-up of injected molding machines. • Applies injection molding principles and molding theories to troubleshoot and process molding operations. • Performs mold and color changes on injection machines. • Works with Material Handlers and Machine Operators to make sure raw materials within the work cell are readily available. • Monitors machine operation for compliance to all ISO, health, safety, quality, and efficiency standards; analyze and lead continuous improvements. • Works with production management to review and organize production activities. • Collaborates with Tool Room, Quality, Maintenance and Engineering teams to identify and resolve equipment and quality problems within molding cell. • Evaluates scrap reduction techniques within work cell. • Monitors and documents daily process conditions; logging changes and drafting detailed mold repair work information form sheets • Ensures safety, cleanliness, and organization of work area. • Other duties as assigned. Required Skills/Abilities: • Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in an injection molding setup technician and/or process technician role required. • Hands-on experience performing complete mold changes, machine start-ups, process adjustments, and troubleshooting injection molding processes required. • Strong mechanical aptitude, analytical mindset, reasoning abilities and problem-solving skills. • Ability to train new Mold Setters as needed. • Can successfully act as backup Mold Setter. • Good training and leadership skills; team-oriented. • Highly motivated. • Computer proficiency with Windows, Excel, Word. • Ability to read and write English and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating instructions. • Ability to work overtime as required. • Must be able to pass all pre-employment screenings Education and Experience: • High School Diploma or GED preferred. • 1-2 years of injection molding experience required (or prior external experience). Physical Requirements: • Must be able to stand entire shift (8+ hrs.). • Ability to lift up to 50lbs. • Requires manual dexterity. • Moderate physical demand involving lifting and moving of materials and equipment. • Frequently moves from waist level to floor level. Monday - Friday; 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM. Must be able to work overtime.