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Job Overview We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Production / Mold Setter to join our manufacturing team. Monday - Friday, 7:30a - 4p . In this vital role, you will be responsible for setting up, adjusting, and maintaining molds and machinery to ensure efficient plastics production. Your expertise will help us achieve high-quality output while adhering to safety standards and operational procedures. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work with advanced equipment, including plastics blow molding, injection molding, extrusion systems, CNC machines, robotic systems, and press brake machines. Your proactive approach and mechanical knowledge will contribute significantly to our manufacturing excellence. Responsibilities Set up and calibrate molds for plastics blow molding, injection molding, and extrusion processes to meet production specifications. Operate and troubleshoot industrial equipment such as CNC lathes, CNC machines, robotic systems, press brake machines, and other manufacturing machinery. Conduct quality inspections using precision measurement instruments and dimensional measurement techniques to ensure products meet strict quality standards. Perform routine maintenance, adjustments, and troubleshooting on molds and machinery to minimize downtime and optimize performance. Handle materials safely using forklifts and other materials handling equipment while following safety protocols diligently. Collaborate with engineering teams to resolve technical issues related to machine operation or tooling problems. Maintain accurate documentation of setup procedures, measurements, inspections, and production logs for traceability. Qualifications Proven experience in plastics production environments with knowledge of plastics blow molding, injection molding, extrusion, or fabrication processes. Mechanical aptitude with familiarity in machine operation, machining techniques, and industrial equipment troubleshooting. Skilled in the use of hand tools, precision measuring instruments, and measurement (quality control) techniques. Ability to interpret technical drawings and perform dimensional measurements accurately. Experience with programmable logic controllers (PLCs), robotic systems, CNC lathes, CNC machining centers, press brake machines, and fabrication tools is highly desirable. Strong safety awareness with adherence to safety protocols during all operations. Basic math skills for measurements and calculations related to machine setup and quality control. Warehouse experience or materials handling skills are a plus. Join us in a dynamic manufacturing environment where your technical skills will drive quality production! We value safety-first practices while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. If you're passionate about precision machining, equipment troubleshooting, and contributing to high-quality manufacturing processes — we want to hear from you!