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Mold Setter

The Plastek Group
Erie, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 10/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/29/2027

THE PLASTEK GROUP is seeking Mold Setters to work 2nd and 3rd Shifts for one of the Company’s Erie, PA Manufacturing Divisions. This facility performs plastic injection molding and component assembly. This is an excellent and exciting opportunity to work for a secure, progressive, and technologically advanced company. Entry-level quality inspectors are encouraged to apply as well.

Summary

*Excellent Opportunity & Training will be provided to those who have some technical plastics experience and/or have high levels of mechanical ability*

Daily communication with Supervisors and relative employees to Pull and / or set molds as scheduled and per specifications to work orders, mold change reports, maintenance/tool repair orders, and material requirements. Responsible for safe operation and handling procedures in work area. Hang Mold, Hook up water lines, Install conveyors/chutes, Hook up core pull & air blast, Install cooling fixtures, Set drop bars. Mold change over procedures including removal of old production, cleaning and completing log reports.

Pay: Compensation is based on experience

Qualifications

  • Possess a working knowledge of Injection molding and operation of Cincinnati / Ferromatik Milacron and Husky molding machines.
  • Experience with high volume multi-cavity stack molds and hot runner controllers.
  • High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
  • Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw conclusions.
  • Ability to apply mechanical reasoning to problem solving.
  • Forklift License / experience
  • Must be able to meet attendance requirements

Benefits

  • Pay depends on experience. Opportunity for more money based on more experience.
  • Pay rates dependent on experience
  • Differential of $1.00 for 3rd and $.50 for 2nd shifts.
  • Full Time 40 Hours / Week
  • Overtime is available.
  • Paid Vacation & Holidays
  • Free Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Free Life Insurance
  • Health Insurance
  • 401k with Company Match
  • Steel Toe Shoe Reimbursement Program
  • Wellness Program
  • Safe Work Environment

Excellent career opportunity with room to advance to Process Technician ( which includes paid classes and bonuses).

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Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Vision insurance

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

  • Plastic manufacturing: 1 year (Required)
  • Mold Set Up: 1 year (Required)

Shift availability:

  • Day Shift (Preferred)
  • Night Shift (Preferred)
  • Overnight Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

  • Erie, PA 16506 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $41,020 - $57,745

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