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Die Setter/Press Operator

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Hilco Technologies

Caledonia, MI (In Person)

$46,800 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 1 week ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/1/2026

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Die Setter/Press Operator Hilco Technologies
  • 3.0 Caledonia, MI Job Details Full-time $20
  • $25 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Referral program Qualifications Press operation Maintaining an organized workspace
IATF 16949
2016 Tool & die Robotic systems Engineering process optimization Production inventory management Mid-level Industrial equipment troubleshooting 3 years High school diploma or GED Key Performance Indicators Continuous improvement Injection molding Receiving shipments Quality control Organizational skills Manufacturing Engineering Quality assurance within automotive industry Clean workspace maintenance Machine maintenance Training Associate's degree Plastics injection molding Leadership Production records Manufacturing company experience Communication skills Mechanical troubleshooting Full Job Description Looking for hands-on work and career growth? Come join our molding experts! Take your skills to the next level in injection molding—join us now! We are looking for a 3rd shift die setter for our Plant 2 location hours are Sunday night 9:00PM
  • 7:15AM & Monday
  • Friday morning 10:45PM
  • 7:15AM.
(Plastic Injection Molding) Must have 3 years experience.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
Work in cooperation with Manufacturing Supervisor to ensure injection molding presses and secondary operations are set up to our engineering specifications.
Essential Functions PRIMARY:
Responsible for all aspects of the injection molding and value added processes including, but not limited to, set-up and tear down, troubleshooting, equipment maintenance, and work flow. Working with production personnel and engineering to ensure molded components meet requirements, making adjustments as required Monitor KPI's and assure scrap goals, machines efficiency goals, and production schedule are being executed to support customer demands. Leader in supporting our MedAccred and IATF standards by operating within and following procedures. Managing raw molding materials in a way that ensures traceability and prevents contamination.
Inventory:
Confirm shot weight matches BOM, all purges are recorded and counted, and all scrap is documented and recorded for accurate inventory levels. Track down time to ensure die sets and material changes are properly planned and completed within the allowed period. Support supervisors with making sure all production reporting, dies sets sheets, and material logs are accurate and completely filled out Knowledge of valve gates and hot runner systems Support our
GOTTA WANNA
culture by daily demonstrating your willingness to go above and beyond the call of duty with a positive productive attitude Work with developing die setters and material handlers Report all variance and recommend solution to your direct supervisor for correcting any delay in production or process issues. Help keep the facility clean, neat and orderly (Machines, Shipping, and Warehouse). Report any indication of machine or mold problems. Accept responsibility for control of the quality of all parts manufactured on your specific shift. Ensure adherence to ISO [Quality and Environmental], IATF 16949, and MedAccred procedures and work instructions. Commitment to continuous effort and education. Willingness to support overtime as needed. Covering different shifts when technical support is on vacation or sick and weekends as needed Exhibit management, organizational skills, leadership, and communication skills. Daily Assuring process is capable and optimized
SECONDARY
Assist with mold changes/material handling Assist in Shipping/Receiving Assist with sample as requested Assist in inventory control on shop floor Assist in training of material handlers, die setters, and operators May fill in for supervisor as needed (upon completion of training) Capable of filling out End of Shift Report Other assignments as assigned Required Education and Experience
EDUCATION
High School diploma or equivalent and must pass basic injection molding test with minimum of 90% correct.
Preferred:
Associate degree in Injection Molding Technology or a BA in Manufacture Engineering is preferred.
EXPERIENCE
: Minimum 3 years' experience in an injection molding technical position. Proven ability to set up injection molding presses, program robots, and trouble shoot process.
ADDED VALUE
: Experience in a medical device-manufacturing environment. Experience with P.M. molds, repairing minor mold issues (springs, ejector pins), supported engineering samples, and has participated in or been part of a DOE's and continuous improvement efforts. Demonstrated ability to work with people. Able to demonstrate a complete understanding of multiple injection molding materials.
Work Environment Manufacturing Physical Demands:
The employee frequently is required to hear, talk, walk, stand, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl. Reach with arms and hands. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 70 pounds.
Pay:
$20.00
  • $25.
00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance
Experience:
Plastics injection molding: 3 years (Required)
Work Location:
In person

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