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3rd Shift Set-Up Tech (Mold Technician)

Plymouth Foam, An ALTOR company
Plymouth, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 11/11/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/10/2025
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Description: Title: Mold Technician Department: Set Up

5020 Reports To: Production Supervisor FLSA Status: Hourly Non-Exempt

Job Summary The Mold Technician is responsible for setting up and

maintaining production equipment to ensure efficient and safe

operations. The position will work closely with production teams to

ensure that all equipment is functioning properly and that production

runs smoothly. Must follow Altor Solutions\' standards for Safety,

Housekeeping, Quality and Production in an efficient and safe manner.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities Maintain a Safe Work Environment

Develop the molding process for each tool to run optimum cycle times

while producing high quality products that meet the standards of the

customer. Improve Quality of Products molded through improvements to the

molding process Reduce costs through reduction of scrap rates on each

tool Work with Operations and Engineering to make specific

recommendations on details of NEW tooling construction including but not

limited to filling device and ejector type and location. Fill/non-fill

side selection, bypass location, draft and other mold cavity features.

Partner with Operations and Engineering to recommend modifications to

tools to improve the molding process Assist the operators with packaging

concerns Set up and maintain production equipment to ensure efficient

and safe operations Troubleshoot and repair equipment as needed Ensure

that all equipment is functioning properly and efficiently Work closely

with production teams to ensure that equipment is set up to meet

production needs Perform routine maintenance on equipment to prevent

breakdowns and ensure optimal performance Responsible for following

plant specified job specification, task list and completion of all

requirement paperwork. Responsible for conducting him/herself in a safe

manner and adhering to all required safety protocols and policies,

including lockout/tagout. Requirements: Qualifications Minimum of 2

years of manufacturing experience. Extensive Knowledge of the EPS

molding process Exceptional troubleshooting skills and problem-solving

techniques Good working knowledge of SOP\'s and Work Instructions

Excellent Communication skills Ability to work with others in a team

environment Education and Experience High school diploma or equivalent

with minimum of 3-6 months relative manufacturing experience and/or

training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience in mold changing or strong mechanical aptitude and ability to

use hand and power tools Ability to read and interpret technical

drawings and schematics Knowledge or experience in ERP/MRP systems

Competencies To perform the job successfully, an individual should

demonstrate the following competencies: Productivity - Associate is

effective in producing quality products. Associates are efficient and

prudent with utilizing resources to meet operational standards,

(production, process). Associates have a sense of urgency maximizing

time. Teamwork - Associate is capable of being approached and easy to

work with. Contributes to the success of the team, communicates clearly

individually and in group settings while treating others with respect.

Associates listen to others and work well within diverse groups.

Associates consistently place team needs over individual needs and seek

input from people with different experiences and perspectives and

recognize the differences of opportunities to learn and gain by working

together. Associate values and encourages unique skills and talents.

Initiative - Ability to assess and initiate things independently with

limited supervision required. Has the ability to manage resources to get

things done and the ability to perform multiple activities to accomplish

goals doing more than required or requested in the job. Plans for

upcoming problems or opportunities and takes appropriate action. Is

proactive and nticipates events well in advance to ensure successful

outcome. Problem Solving - Associate considers multiple sides of an

issue and weighs consequences before making a final decision. Associates

make informed decisions based on available information and recognize

issues and determine what actioned is needed to advance the

decision-making process. Associate follows-up as necessary and is easily

adaptable to not be discouraged by ambiguous situations and is open to

new ideas and processes while adjusting to achieve results. Job

Knowledge - Associate demonstrates relevant job knowledge and essential

skills, such as work practices, policies, procedures, quality assurance,

and technical abilities. Associate demonstrates self-improvement efforts

to enhance skills and knowledge with changes impacting the job while

adhering to workplace rules as well as to traditional or socially

expected methods of doing business following processes and procedures.

Safety - Associate demonstrates the ability and willingness to

contribute to a safe and environmentally secure work environment for

themselves, their coworkers, and our customers by following established

safety procedures. Associates demonstrate the willingness to actively

report and take action to correct identified safety hazards during the

day. Quality - Associate demonstrates the ability to produce high

quality, accurate results. Possesses and demonstrates attention to

detail and produces work that is accurate and complete. Associate can

identify problems or potential problems that arise in the course of the

day and take the necessary steps to proactively address those issues.

Associates had the ability to discover the root causes of issues and

respond with corrective action. Reliability/Dependability - Associate is

responsible and accountable for actions, consistent in meeting deadlines

and works well with others to follow through on completing tasks.

Associate completes work in a timely, consistent manner and works hours

necessary to complete assigned work. The associate is regularly present

and punctual and arrives prepared for work Physical Demands The physical

demands described are representative of those that must be met by an

associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly

required to sit, stand, walk, use hands and fingers; talk and hear.

Frequently required to reach, bend, squat, stretch, and twist.

Frequently lift and/or carry bulky objects weighing up to 40 pounds.

Must be able to work efficiently and repetitively with hands and have

physical strength, stamina and coordination to perform duties. Work

Environment The work environment is typical of most manufacturing

environments. The noise level in the work environment is usually high

with ear protection required. Will work in a dusty and sometimes wet

environment as well as cold/hot/humid areas based on the seasons.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with

Disabilities To Perform The Essential Functions Of The Position.

Disclaimer The above statements are intended to describe the general

nature and level of work being performed by those assigned to a

particular position. This document in no way states or implies that this

is an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills

required and personnel may be required to perform duties outside their

normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. The Company

reserves the right to change, modify, amend, add to or delete from, any

section of this document as it deems, in its judgment, to be proper.

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