Scientific Molding Setup Specialist

Ready to elevate plastics processing?

Do you enjoy dialing in validated parameters, coaching teammates, and proving out processes with hard data? In this role, you will own mold setups, launch machines and ancillary systems to spec, troubleshoot issues, and be a go-to partner for scientific molding development.

Your impact

• Launch production with confidence: set molds and start injection/blow molding equipment and auxiliaries to validated parameters.
• Be a data-driven problem solver: conduct targeted tests and troubleshoot internal and external complaints.
• Champion scientific molding: collaborate with the Molding Process Engineer to refine processes, robot parameters, fixtures, and validations.
• Prove performance: execute protocols for validations (IQ, OQ, and PG) and assist with qualification testing on equipment and fixtures.
• Keep work flowing: follow the production priority list; submit TWRs (Toolroom Work Requests) for repairs and PMs.
• Build capability: mentor Mold Setters and production process technicians on scientific molding and process validation discipline.
• Model safety and order: maintain a clean, organized workplace; enforce company safety policies; support 6S (organize, clean area, everything in its place), LEAN, and Continuous Improvement events.
• Deliver professionally: complete assigned tasks per department requirements/policies and perform other duties as needed.

Schedule

Shift: 1st shift - 8am - 4:30pm

What you bring

• GED/High School Diploma.
• 3–5 years of injection molding setup and processing experience.
• Proficiency in scientific injection molding process development.
• Experience with material sourcing, equipment, and information supporting Molding and Extrusion.
• Strong written and verbal communication; timely execution; able to work independently to meet goals.
• Integrity and professionalism in all interactions.

Hands-on skill set

• Tool/Die/Mold Repair Skills.
• Tool/Die/Mold Setup Experience.
• Injection Molding Experience.
• Blow Molding Experience.

Tools and technologies

• Injection Molding Machine.
• Blow Molding Machine.

What you gain

• Market competitive pay.
• Extensive PTO and nine paid holidays.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Maternity and paternal leave.
• Add-on benefits and discounts (including Pet Insurance).
• Tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs.
• Excellent opportunities for advancement and a stable, long-term career.