Injection Molding Set-Up Technician - 3rd Shift

Grand Rapids Controls•Rockford, MI

7d•Onsite

About The Position

At Grand Rapids Controls (GRC), we don’t just build components, we build solutions. Since 1968, GRC has been a trusted manufacturing partner specializing in motion control systems, electromechanical assemblies, and injection molded solutions serving customers around the world. As we continue growing under our theme of One Team. Stable Foundation. Sustainable Growth., we are looking for an experienced Injection Molding Set-Up Technician to join our Manufacturing team. This role is ideal for someone with hands-on injection molding setup experience who enjoys troubleshooting, improving processes, and working closely with operations, tooling, maintenance, and quality teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Requirements

2+ years of injection molding setup or processing experience preferred
Experience performing mold and material changes
Understanding of injection molding machines, molds, and auxiliary equipment
Basic robot troubleshooting and setup experience
Basic hydraulic and process troubleshooting knowledge
Understanding of cycle times, contamination prevention, and setup efficiency
Ability to read and follow setup sheets, process parameters, and work instructions
Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Nice To Haves

Technical certificate or related manufacturing training preferred
Forklift/Hi-Lo experience preferred
Experience in lean manufacturing environments
Familiarity with Microsoft Office and manufacturing systems

Responsibilities

Perform mold changes safely and efficiently while meeting setup goals
Set machine controls according to approved process parameters
Connect and verify water, oil, air, and auxiliary equipment systems
Start machines and support first-piece inspections with QA and Operators
Troubleshoot molding, robot, and auxiliary equipment issues
Monitor and adjust processes to ensure quality and production standards are achieved
Document setup parameters and complete setup paperwork accurately
Identify machine or mold concerns and communicate with Maintenance and Tooling teams
Support scrap reduction, process improvement, and lean manufacturing initiatives
Work collaboratively with Operations, Quality, Maintenance, and Engineering teams