Injection Mold Setter

About the Role

At ABB, we help industries outrun - leaner and cleaner. Here, progress is an expectation - for you, your team, and the world. As a global market leader, we'll give you what you need to make it happen. It won't always be easy, growing takes grit. But at ABB, you'll never run alone. Run what runs the world.

This Position reports to: Molding Production Manager

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, and maintain injection molding machines for rubber and plastic, including internal mold components; operate hoist systems for transferring molds onto racks and presses
• Use various tools and instruments, including hand tools, power tools, precision measuring equipment, and testing instruments, to inspect and repair mold components
• Observe and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical devices in operation to locate and resolve issues; dismantle molds to access and replace defective parts
• Perform repairs and fabrication, including changing worn or damaged leader pins, stripper bolts, and hydraulic components; assist in major mold rebuilding projects under supervision
• Install functional and structural parts in molds, perform tests, troubleshoot performance issues, and follow manufacturer and engineering prints for rebuilding procedures
• Conduct inspections and quality control, examining part form and texture to detect imperfections, cleaning mold tooling with wire brushes, sandblasters, or dry ice, and preparing molds for shipment
• Communicate tooling and setup issues promptly, ensuring alignment with supervisors and lead personnel; maintain setup records, paperwork, and compliance with quality, safety, and production standards
• Handle hazardous waste and support additional duties, including minor plumbing for molds, assisting maintenance mechanics, covering other shifts as necessary, and adhering to company policies

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; general PC skills; ability to interact and communicate with employees at all levels and external individuals
• At least 1 year in a manufacturing environment; experience as a mold setter preferred; familiarity with mechanical and electrical schematics, PCL/electronics experience is a plus
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs; perform repetitive operations, push/pull functions; stand for 8 hours daily; bend, twist, and reach as needed
• Comfortable working with heavy equipment in a non-climate-controlled environment; must be able to work on hot molds; ability to operate a forklift and walk-behind lift truck
• Some experience using a voltmeter for electrical troubleshooting preferred; knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems preferred; exposure to general troubleshooting required
• Candidates must have a valid work authorization permitting employment with ABB in the U.S.

Compensation

While hourly pay rate is determined by things such as the successful applicant's qualifications and experience, this position is expected to pay between $24 and $27 hourly plus $1 hourly shift differential.

Benefits

Health, Life & Disability

• Choice between two medical plan options: A PPO plan called the Copay Plan OR a High Deductible Health Plan (with a Health Savings Account) called the High Deductible Plan
• Choice between two dental plan options: Core and Core Plus
• Vision benefit
• Company paid life insurance (2X base pay)
• Company paid AD&D (1X base pay)
• Voluntary life and AD&D – 100% employee paid up to maximums
• Short Term Disability – up to 26 weeks – Company paid
• Long Term Disability – 60% of pay – Company paid. Ability to "buy-up" to 66 2/3% of pay
• Supplemental benefits – 100% employee paid (Accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance)
• Parental Leave – up to 6 weeks
• Employee Assistance Program
• Health Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health, general health navigation and virtual health, and infertility/adoption
• Employee discount program

Retirement

• 401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions
• Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP)

Time Off

• ABB provides 11 paid holidays
• Vacation is provided based on years of service for hourly and non-exempt positions

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Why ABB

Working at ABB gives you the opportunity to contribute to a healthier and more prosperous world. Add to your story by joining a passionate team, focused on pushing the boundaries of technology to drive performance, shape new business models and find new ways of working that benefit our customers, partners and society. We want you to be proud of being part of ABB.

We Care

At ABB, we care about our people and their stories. We create safe, fair, equitable and inclusive working environments in which our people can succeed and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation or cultural, religious or social background. Diverse teams make us stronger. ABB is also committed to a high standard of integrity in everything we do.

We Grow

We help our people succeed and develop, and we empower them to create their own careers at ABB. Our benefits, reward and development programs encompass a wide array of offerings.

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