Injection Mold Setter

STERIS • Conroe, TX

5d

About The Position

The Injection Mold Setter is an entry-level injection molding position responsible for setting up tooling and auxiliary equipment for plastic injection molding machines, including water lines, knockout bars, and hydraulic lines. The role performs tool changeovers for horizontal and vertical injection molding machines safely and effectively according to documented standard work, with a high level of oversight and guidance.

The position works Monday through Friday from 1:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Pay is $20.74–$26.97 per hour, plus a $0.50 shift differential. The position is eligible for bonus participation. STERIS offers opportunities for advancement and a stable long-term career.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• One year of manufacturing experience or experience in another position demonstrating strong mechanical aptitude.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to use hand and power tools.
• Detail-oriented, with the ability to complete accurate documentation.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 100 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in an injection molding environment.
• Experience with hand measurement equipment, such as calipers and gauge pins.

Responsibilities

• Set injection molding tools and auxiliary equipment according to appropriate procedures, with a high level of oversight.
• Verify production paperwork is correct before production handoff.
• Perform material handling as necessary to ensure proper raw materials are available and loaded according to production paperwork.
• Perform production part packing as necessary.
• Follow the company’s medical manufacturing quality system, including ISO 13485 and FDA guidelines, to ensure product quality meets or exceeds customer expectations.
• Adhere to company safety policies and OSHA rules and regulations.
• Operate an overhead crane regularly.
• Help attain scheduling targets and communicate possible issues and deviations appropriately.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities, including idea submissions, safety observations, 5S, adherence to standard work, and data tracking and charting.
• Maintain the organization of mold storage racks.
• Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the mold change cart.
• Perform other duties as assigned to meet facility objectives.

Benefits

• Extensive paid time off and nine additional holidays.
• Long- and short-term disability coverage.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Maternity and paternal leave.
• Additional benefits and discounts, including pet insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs.
• Opportunities for advancement and a stable long-term career.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED