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Plastics Mold Setter

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The Plastek Group

Erie, PA (In Person)

$37,440 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 5 weeks ago (Updated 6 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/20/2026

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Job Description

Plastics Mold Setter 3.5 3.5 out of 5 stars Erie, PA 16506 From $18 an hour - Full-time The Plastek Group 216 reviews From $18 an hour - Full-time
THE PLASTEK GROUP
is seeking Mold Setters to work 1st, 2nd and 3rd Shifts for one of the Company's Erie, PA Manufacturing Divisions. This facility performs plastic injection molding and component assembly. This is an excellent and exciting opportunity to work for a secure, progressive, and technologically advanced company. Entry-level quality inspectors are encouraged to apply as well. Summary •Excellent Opportunity & Training will be provided to those who have some technical plastics experience and/or have high levels of mechanical ability• Daily communication with Supervisors and relative employees to Pull and / or set molds as scheduled and per specifications to work orders, mold change reports, maintenance/tool repair orders, and material requirements. Responsible for safe operation and handling procedures in work area. Hang Mold, Hook up water lines, Install conveyors/chutes, Hook up core pull & air blast, Install cooling fixtures, Set drop bars. Mold change over procedures including removal of old production, cleaning and completing log reports. Qualifications Possess a working knowledge of Injection molding and operation of Cincinnati / Ferromatik Milacron and Husky molding machines. Experience with high volume multi-cavity stack molds and hot runner controllers. High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw conclusions. Ability to apply mechanical reasoning to problem solving. Forklift License / experience Must be able to meet attendance requirements Benefits Pay depends on experience. Opportunity for more money based on more experience. Pay rates up to $19.00/hr. Differential of $1.00 for 3rd and $.50 for 2nd shifts. Full Time 40 Hours / Week Overtime is available. Paid Vacation & Holidays Free Dental & Vision Insurance Free Life Insurance Health Insurance 401k with Company Match Steel Toe Shoe Reimbursement Program Wellness Program Safe Work Environment Excellent career opportunity with room to advance to Process Technician ( which includes paid classes and bonuses). #
INDLP Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
From $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance
Education:
High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
Plastic manufacturing: 1 year (Required)
Mold Set Up:
1 year (Required) Shift availability: Day Shift (Preferred) Night Shift (Preferred) Overnight Shift (Preferred) Ability to
Commute:
Erie, PA 16506 (Required)
Work Location:
In person