Mold Set Up Technician - 2nd Shift $500 Sign In Bonus

ABB•Hackettstown, NJ

15d•$24 - $27

About The Position

At ABB, we help industries outrun - leaner and cleaner. Here, progress is an expectation - for you, your team, and the world. As a global market leader, we’ll give you what you need to make it happen. It won’t always be easy, growing takes grit. But at ABB, you’ll never run alone. Run what runs the world. This Position reports to: Production Supervisor Your role and responsibilities Set up, adjust, and maintain injection molding machines for rubber and plastic, including internal mold components; operate hoist systems for transferring molds onto racks and presses. Use various tools and instruments , including hand tools, power tools, precision measuring equipment, and testing instruments, to inspect and repair mold components. Observe and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical devices in operation to locate and resolve issues; dismantle molds to access and replace defective parts. Perform repairs and fabrication , including changing worn or damaged leader pins, stripper bolts, and hydraulic components; assist in major mold rebuilding projects under supervision. Install functional and structural parts in molds , perform tests, troubleshoot performance issues, and follow manufacturer and engineering prints for rebuilding procedures. Conduct inspections and quality control , examining part form and texture to detect imperfections, cleaning mold tooling with wire brushes, sandblasters, or dry ice, and preparing molds for shipment. Communicate tooling and setup issues promptly , ensuring alignment with supervisors and lead personnel; maintain setup records, paperwork, and compliance with quality, safety, and production standards. Handle hazardous waste and support additional duties , including minor plumbing for molds, assisting maintenance mechanics, covering other shifts as necessary, and adhering to company policies.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
General PC skills
Ability to interact and communicate with employees at all levels and external individuals
At least 1 year in a manufacturing environment
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
Perform repetitive operations, push/pull functions
Stand for 8 hours daily
Bend, twist, and reach as needed
Comfortable working with heavy equipment in a non-climate-controlled environment
Must be able to work on hot molds
Ability to operate a forklift and walk-behind lift truck
Candidates must have a valid work authorization permitting employment with ABB in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

Experience as a mold setter preferred
Familiarity with mechanical and electrical schematics, PCL/electronics experience is a plus
Some experience using a voltmeter for electrical troubleshooting preferred
Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems preferred
Exposure to general troubleshooting required

Responsibilities

Set up, adjust, and maintain injection molding machines for rubber and plastic, including internal mold components
Operate hoist systems for transferring molds onto racks and presses
Use various tools and instruments , including hand tools, power tools, precision measuring equipment, and testing instruments, to inspect and repair mold components
Observe and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical devices in operation to locate and resolve issues
Dismantle molds to access and replace defective parts
Perform repairs and fabrication , including changing worn or damaged leader pins, stripper bolts, and hydraulic components
Assist in major mold rebuilding projects under supervision
Install functional and structural parts in molds
Perform tests, troubleshoot performance issues, and follow manufacturer and engineering prints for rebuilding procedures
Conduct inspections and quality control , examining part form and texture to detect imperfections, cleaning mold tooling with wire brushes, sandblasters, or dry ice, and preparing molds for shipment
Communicate tooling and setup issues promptly , ensuring alignment with supervisors and lead personnel
Maintain setup records, paperwork, and compliance with quality, safety, and production standards
Handle hazardous waste and support additional duties , including minor plumbing for molds, assisting maintenance mechanics, covering other shifts as necessary, and adhering to company policies.

Benefits

Health, Life & Disability Choice between two medical plan options: A PPO plan called the Copay Plan OR a High Deductible Health Plan (with a Health Savings Account) called the High Deductible Plan.
Choice between two dental plan options: Core and Core Plus Vision benefit
Company paid life insurance (2X base pay)
Company paid AD&D (1X base pay)
Voluntary life and AD&D – 100% employee paid up to maximums
Short Term Disability – up to 26 weeks – Company paid
Long Term Disability – 60% of pay – Company paid.
Ability to “buy-up” to 66 2/3% of pay.
Supplemental benefits – 100% employee paid (Accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance Parental Leave – up to 6 weeks Employee Assistance Program Health Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health, general health navigation and virtual health, and infertility/adoption Employee discount program Retirement 401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP) Time off ABB provides 11 paid holidays.
Vacation is provided based on years of service for hourly and non-exempt positions