Mold Setter Job at Aerotek, Orion, MI

  • Aerotek
  • Orion, MI

Job Description

Job Title: Mold Setter Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Mold Setter for the 2nd Shift. The role involves conducting 4-5 mold changes per shift, requiring proficiency in locking out and tagging out machinery, unscrewing hoses, and handling mold transitions. You will be responsible for inserting new molds, attaching water lines, adjusting temperatures, and ensuring the first piece runs off successfully. Troubleshooting is key to ensuring specifications are met before proceeding to the next mold change. This position involves working with small extrusion (60 ton) and plastic injection presses (400-700 ton), and you will operate in a collaborative environment with a 2-man team on each shift.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct 4-5 mold changes per shift efficiently.

  • Lock out and tag out machinery safely.

  • Unscrew all hoses and remove existing molds.

  • Transport molds to the tool room and insert new molds.

  • Attach water lines and adjust temperatures appropriately.

  • Run first piece and troubleshoot until specifications are met.

  • Collaborate effectively in 2-man teams to achieve shift goals.

Essential Skills

  • Minimum 2 years of experience in mold/die setting within the plastic industry.

  • Proficiency in Crane and Hilo operations with at least 2 years of experience.

  • Ability to work 6 days per week reliably.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Experience in first piece troubleshooting (burn, splay, short).

Why Work Here?

This opportunity offers direct hire benefits with the advantage of working in a smaller facility that fosters a family-oriented atmosphere. Employees enjoy good benefits and a supportive work culture.

Work Environment

The work environment is a very clean and new manufacturing facility, featuring a smaller floor with extrusion machines that are smaller than plastic injection machines. The facility is equipped with dual profile rotary, double-shot injection presses, including Engels and Van Dorns, and 60-ton overhead cranes. Shift options include 1st Shift (7am to 3pm), 2nd Shift (3pm to 11pm), and 3rd Shift (11pm to 7am).

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of LAKE ORION, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45000.00 - $50000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Direct hire, benefits start 60 days after hire. PTO, Sick Time, Holidays, 401K, short and long term disability

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in LAKE ORION,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 20, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

Job Tags

Weekly pay, Permanent employment, Temporary work, Shift work, Night shift, Day shift, Afternoon shift

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