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Molding Set-Up

Phillips & Temro Industries
Prairie, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 11/18/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/17/2026
Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Plant/Production Manager, Production Supervisor or Production Lead; Perform production processes with key focus on: safety, productivity, quality, and minimizing waste.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Set machine controls, regulating molding temperature, volume of plastic, molding pressure and time.
  • Position, align, and secure assembled mold, mold components, and machine accessories onto machine press bed, and attach connecting lines.
  • Perform machine start-ups, shut-downs, and adjustments.
  • Monitor the production process and ensure product quality.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve any issues with the molding parameters.
  • Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean work environment.
  • Maintain records of machine settings and production runs.
  • Collaborate with production team to optimize efficiency and output.

COMPETENCIES:

  • Good verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work safely
  • Ability to manipulate parts of all sizes
  • Strong visual inspection skills
  • Ability to learn multiple tasks/processes
  • Ability to work at a fast pace
  • Ability to use hand tools, such as hand cutters, pliers, picks, etc.
  • Ability to read and comprehend production instructions, policy manuals, and safety instructions
  • Ability to record and make accurate records of product produced
  • Must have good hand-eye coordination
  • Must have good hand dexterity
  • Knowledge of injection molding processes and equipment
  • Ability to read and interpret technical documents and blueprints
  • Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
  • Basic math and measurement skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Strong attention to detail and quality control

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • High school diploma or GED
  • 1-year experience operating 35-ton injection molding equipment or similar experience
  • 1 years of experience in a manufacturing environment

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

  • Must have acceptable attendance record
  • Ability to stand for 10 hr. shifts
  • Ability to lift up to 40 pounds

Base Pay Range:

$20.00-$25.00

Compensation Disclosure:

At Phillips and Temro Industries, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is listed above. Your base pay will depend on your skills, education, qualifications, experience, and location. The final salary offer will be based on these criteria and may differ based on the candidate's experience and qualifications and other job-related reasons. If you have any questions about the salary range, the compensation structure, or benefits offered feel free to reach out to HR@phillipsandtemro.com

Benefits Available to Full-Time Employees:

  • Health insurance, dental, and vision (cost-share)
  • HSA/FSA
  • STD and LTD (company provided)
  • Basic Life and AD&D (company provided)
  • Voluntary Supplemental Life
  • EAP (company provided)
  • Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity
  • 401K plan with employer match
  • Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
  • Volunteer hours
  • Annual bonus based on company performance
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Safety shoe and safety glasses reimbursement
Qualifications

Experience
1 years: Operating 35-ton injection molding equipment or similar experience (required)


Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.



Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor-s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

 

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