Manufacturing Technician - Plastic Injection Mold Setter

Vision Plastics Inc•Wilsonville, OR

2d•$26 - $27

About The Position

Vision Plastics is seeking a dependable, mechanically inclined Mold Setter to support its custom injection molding production team. The role assists with and performs setups and minor adjustments to injection molding machines and auxiliary equipment. Responsibilities include setting up molds and machines, preparing equipment and materials, documenting process parameters, and helping ensure safe, organized, and efficient production. The position includes an approximately six-month structured training program that combines hands-on shop training with classroom-style instruction alongside experienced technicians. After completing the program, employees may advance through additional technician levels and take part in internal and external technical training, with pathways into leadership, technical, or specialized roles.

Requirements

Be able to read, understand, and verbally communicate work instructions.
Be able to read and write and perform basic math, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
Be able to lift, reach, and pull 25 pounds frequently and 55 pounds occasionally.
Be able to stand for at least 10 hours per day.
Have the ability to learn required information and continuously develop skills in a changing work environment.
Have basic mechanical aptitude.
Be able to communicate effectively and problem-solve.
Be able to attain forklift, pallet jack, crane, and other required certifications.
Successfully complete Machine Operator, Material Handler, Tool Stager, LOTO, and Mold Setter certifications within five months of hire or job title assignment.

Nice To Haves

Basic knowledge of material drying, blending, and mixing requirements.

Responsibilities

Set up tooling in machines and ensure workstations are ergonomic, safe, tidy, and organized.
Enter molding parameters into presses and adjust barrel temperature settings.
Check material and dryer temperatures and times, and verify that dryers and loading equipment are free of contamination.
Provide auxiliary equipment, including drill presses, cooling fixtures, milling fixtures, and arbor presses.
Attach end-of-arm tooling and adjust robots to properly remove parts from presses.
Stage tools for production, remove tools when jobs are completed according to removal procedures, and return tools to their proper locations.
Complete required documentation and maintain accurate process-parameter records throughout the shift.
Perform preventative maintenance on molds.
Clean and perform preventive maintenance on assigned presses.
Keep the technician area, carts, and auxiliary equipment clean and organized.
Suggest process improvements.
Communicate production information and issues to appropriate staff and incoming and outgoing technicians.
Keep work areas clean and neat for the next shift.
Serve as backup Machine Operator, Material Handler, and Tool Stager, as assigned.
Perform other duties as assigned.