Set Up II (PMT)

Whirlpool•Findlay, OH

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Set Up II (PMT) is responsible for end-to-end changeovers, technical configuration, process stabilization, and basic troubleshooting of plastic injection molding machines and related auxiliary equipment. The role retrieves and installs molds across a range of press tonnages, synchronizes auxiliary automation, and adjusts process parameters such as temperatures, pressures, and cycle times to achieve first-piece approval and efficient production runs. The position also involves connecting and verifying mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, cooling-water, and electrical interfaces; configuring auxiliary equipment; handling resins and other process materials; and using machine recipes and setup documentation to adjust molding parameters. The Set Up II troubleshoots product defects, coordinates initial part inspections with Quality Assurance/QPA, and follows safety, preventive maintenance, TPM, 5S, and WCM practices. The role provides intermittent setup guidance and standard operating training to machine operators.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
At least 2 years of hands-on experience in a plastic injection molding environment, focused on mold setting, changeovers, and basic process troubleshooting.
Ability to read and interpret setup sheets, part blueprints, inspection reports, and hydraulic/pneumatic connection schematics.
Working math skills involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division with fractions and decimals.
Familiarity with precision measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, and depth gauges.
Ability to obtain or hold current certifications in overhead crane operation, Forklift/PVO, and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO).

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in a technical or industrial discipline, or vocational/trade school coursework in plastics processing, robotics, or industrial maintenance.
Experience with RJG Scientific Molding principles, PLC or machine control navigation, or robot teach pendant setup.
Root-cause troubleshooting experience using methods such as 5-Why or Fishbone for machine downtime or defective parts.

Responsibilities

Install and remove molds from injection molding presses using appropriate clamps, bolts, or magnetic platens.
Stage and transport tooling, mold components, and equipment using overhead cranes, hoists, powered industrial lift trucks, and heavy mold carts.
Complete production line changeovers by removing previous setups, purging barrels, cleaning and greasing tooling, and returning tools and molds to designated storage bays.
Connect and verify cooling-water, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical interfaces.
Configure and synchronize auxiliary equipment, including thermolators, resin dryers, material hoppers, vacuum loading systems, granulators, part conveyors, and robotic end-of-arm tooling.
Handle engineering-grade resins, colorants, mold lubricants, solvents, and purging compounds according to standard operating procedures.
Retrieve and program machine controller recipes from master setup sheets and adjust molding parameters, including pressures, temperatures, injection speeds, and clamp tonnage.
Troubleshoot visual and structural part defects and stabilize cycles for repeatable production.
Coordinate with Quality Assurance/QPA to inspect initial production parts against technical drawings and dimensional tolerances using precision instruments, and approve parts for full production.
Inspect safety interlocks, gate switches, and emergency stops, and follow Lockout/Tagout procedures.
Perform preventive and at-press maintenance under TPM standards and report machine deviations, hydraulic leaks, and tooling wear.
Provide intermittent work guidance, setup instructions, and standard operating training to machine operators.
Maintain clean work cells and staging areas in accordance with 5S and WCM frameworks.

Benefits

Competitive starting pay of $28.75.
Multiple shift opportunities, including 2nd and 3rd shifts.
Up to 120 hours of PTO in the first year, prorated based on start date.
12 paid holidays per year.
Voluntary overtime opportunities.
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage beginning on the first day of employment.
Company-matched 401(k) retirement savings plan.
Life insurance coverage.
Employee discounts on Whirlpool Corporation appliance brands.
Annual safety shoe credit for standard models.
Tuition reimbursement for technical training, certifications, and degree programs.
Structured internal advancement pathways.