Die Setter Plastic Injection Molding

Job DescriptionJob 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 DescriptionDRS 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.Company DescriptionDRS 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.

---