Johnson Electric Mold Setter - C Crew 

United States, Illinois, Springfield 

365294765

Full-time

As our next, you’ll be responsible for mold setups, changes, and preventative maintenance on a variety of plastic injection molds (30 to 650 tons). Your expertise in injection molding and mechanical systems will be key to ensuring optimal production and product quality.

• Employee Empowerment: A culture that empowers employees to take initiative and make impactful decisions.
• Diverse Projects: Work on a variety of projects across different industries, gaining broad experience.
• Mentorship Opportunities: Access to mentorship programs that help you grow both personally and professionally.
• Global Mobility: Opportunities for international assignments and transfers to broaden your career horizons.

• Set up and monitor mold operations to meet customer requirements
• Safely change molds using overhead cranes
• Perform job changeovers and prepare machines for production
• Make hydraulic, water, and electrical connections
• Start up machines and inspect parts for quality
• Adjust processes to meet specifications
• Troubleshoot and keep machines running during shift
• Handle raw and finished material movement
• Complete required paperwork and record process settings

• High school diploma
• 1–2 years of manufacturing experience (preferably in injection molding)
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks (walking, bending, etc.)
• Visual acuity to detect defects and color variations
• Safe work practices in a production environment
• Experience operating molding machines, robots, forklifts, and cranes
• Strong problem-solving and mechanical skills
• Knowledge of electrical, hydraulic, and fluid power systems
• Effective communication and math skills

• Technical certifications in molding or mechanical systems
• Experience with process documentation and optimization
• Familiarity with 6S and lean manufacturing principles