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Mold Setter

Fort Wayne, IN ยท On-site

$16.50 - $19.50/hr

The Mold Setter will be the primary performer of mold changes on their respective shifts. The ... Sanko Gosei Technologies USA Incorporated is a custom injection molding company that strives to:

1st Shift Mold Setter

Omaha, NE

$15.50 - $18.25/hr

Summary The Mold Setter installs molds in injection molding machines. Sets up established molding processes for production. Monitors molding processes to ensure product quality meets internal and ...

1st Shift Mold Setter

Omaha, NE ยท On-site

$17.25 - $20.25/hr

Summary The Mold Setter installs molds in injection molding machines. Sets up established molding processes for production. Monitors molding processes to ensure product quality meets internal and ...

Mold Setter

Clinton Township, MI

$16.25 - $19.25/hr

The Mold Setter's primary responsibility is to ensure a correct and proper mold change is done and ... Lube machine- fill reservoir, lube injection end, wipes off excess grease on and around the ...

$16.25 - $19.25/hr

The Mold Setter's primary responsibility is to ensure a correct and proper mold change is done and ... Lube machine- fill reservoir, lube injection end, wipes off excess grease on and around the ...

Mold Setter

Clinton Township, MI ยท On-site

$16.25 - $19.25/hr

The Mold Setter's primary responsibility is to ensure a correct and proper mold change is done and ... Lube machine- fill reservoir, lube injection end, wipes off excess grease on and around the ...

Mold Setter I- 3rd Shift

Torrance, CA

$18.75 - $22.25/hr

The Mold Setter is responsible for safely setting up, troubleshooting, and supporting plastic injection molding equipment and manufacturing operations while ensuring quality, safety, and productivity ...

Mold Setter I- 3rd Shift

Torrance, CA

$18.75 - $22.25/hr

The Mold Setter is responsible for safely setting up, troubleshooting, and supporting plastic injection molding equipment and manufacturing operations while ensuring quality, safety, and productivity ...

Mold Setter I- 3rd Shift

Torrance, CA ยท On-site

$18.75 - $22.25/hr

The Mold Setter is responsible for safely setting up, troubleshooting, and supporting plastic injection molding equipment and manufacturing operations while ensuring quality, safety, and productivity ...

Mold Setter I- 3rd Shift

Torrance, CA

$18.75 - $22.25/hr

The Mold Setter is responsible for safely setting up, troubleshooting, and supporting plastic injection molding equipment and manufacturing operations while ensuring quality, safety, and productivity ...

Mold Setter I

Fort Worth, TX

$17.25 - $20.25/hr

/Summary The mold setter is responsible for positioning and setting up molds for the manufacturing ... Essential Functions * 1-3 years of experience setting up and operating mold injection equipment.

Mold Setter (Bowling Green, OH)

Green, OH ยท On-site

$17.25 - $20.25/hr

MOLD SETTER JOB SUMMARY: TH Plastics, Inc., a custom injection molder serving the appliance and automotive industries, is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual for the following ...

Mold Setter I- 3rd Shift

Torrance, CA

$18.75 - $22.25/hr

The Mold Setter is responsible for safely setting up, troubleshooting, and supporting plastic injection molding equipment and manufacturing operations while ensuring quality, safety, and productivity ...

Mold Setter I- 3rd Shift

Torrance, CA ยท On-site

$18.75 - $22.25/hr

The Mold Setter is responsible for safely setting up, troubleshooting, and supporting plastic injection molding equipment and manufacturing operations while ensuring quality, safety, and productivity ...

Mold Setter I- 3rd Shift

Torrance, CA ยท On-site

$18.75 - $22.25/hr

The Mold Setter is responsible for safely setting up, troubleshooting, and supporting plastic injection molding equipment and manufacturing operations while ensuring quality, safety, and productivity ...

Mold Setter I- 3rd Shift

Torrance, CA ยท On-site

$18.75 - $22.25/hr

The Mold Setter is responsible for safely setting up, troubleshooting, and supporting plastic injection molding equipment and manufacturing operations while ensuring quality, safety, and productivity ...

Mold Setter I- 3rd Shift

Torrance, CA ยท On-site

$26.50 - $29/hr

The Mold Setter is responsible for safely setting up, troubleshooting, and supporting plastic injection molding equipment and manufacturing operations while ensuring quality, safety, and productivity ...

Mold Setter I- 3rd Shift

Torrance, CA

$18.75 - $22.25/hr

The Mold Setter is responsible for safely setting up, troubleshooting, and supporting plastic injection molding equipment and manufacturing operations while ensuring quality, safety, and productivity ...

Mold Setter I- 3rd Shift

Torrance, CA

$18.75 - $22.25/hr

The Mold Setter is responsible for safely setting up, troubleshooting, and supporting plastic injection molding equipment and manufacturing operations while ensuring quality, safety, and productivity ...

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How much do injection mold setter jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for injection mold setter in the United States is $19.40, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $20.43 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are injection mold setters?

Injection mold setters are skilled technicians responsible for installing, adjusting, and removing molds on plastic injection molding machines. They ensure that molds are properly aligned and secured to produce high-quality plastic parts. Mold setters also perform machine setup, troubleshoot issues, and make necessary adjustments to optimize production efficiency. Their role is critical in maintaining the smooth operation of manufacturing lines and ensuring product consistency.

What are some common challenges faced by Injection Mold Setters, and how can they be addressed?

Injection Mold Setters often face challenges such as minimizing equipment downtime, ensuring molds are properly aligned, and troubleshooting issues like material flow or part defects. These challenges can be addressed by maintaining a strong attention to detail, following standardized setup procedures, and collaborating closely with maintenance and quality control teams. Continuous training on new mold technologies and proactive communication with operators also help prevent issues and improve efficiency in production.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Injection Mold Setter, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Injection Mold Setter, you need a solid understanding of injection molding processes, mechanical aptitude, and experience with mold setup and troubleshooting, often supported by a high school diploma or technical training. Familiarity with machinery such as injection molding presses, use of hand tools, and sometimes knowledge of programmable logic controllers (PLCs) are commonly required, along with safety certifications like OSHA. Attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work efficiently in a team are crucial soft skills for this role. These skills ensure efficient production, minimize machine downtime, and uphold quality and safety standards in a manufacturing environment.

What is the difference between Injection Mold Setter vs Machine Operator?

AspectInjection Mold SetterMachine Operator
CredentialsTypically requires technical training or certification in mold settingUsually requires general manufacturing or machine operation training
Work EnvironmentSpecialized environment focused on mold setup and maintenanceBroader manufacturing environment operating various machines
Industry UsageCommon in plastics and injection molding industriesWidespread across multiple manufacturing sectors
Job FocusSetting up, adjusting, and maintaining molds for productionOperating machines to produce parts according to specifications

The main difference is that Injection Mold Setters focus on preparing and maintaining molds for injection molding machines, requiring specialized skills and certifications. Machine Operators, on the other hand, operate a variety of manufacturing equipment, including injection molding machines, but do not typically handle mold setup. Both roles are essential in manufacturing, but the Mold Setter has a more technical, specialized focus on mold preparation and maintenance.

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Infographic showing various Injection Mold Setter job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 83% Full Time, 10% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 3% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,342 per year, or $19.4 per hour.

Mold Setter

SANKO GOSEI TECH

Fort Wayne, IN โ€ข On-site

$16.50 - $19.50/hr

Full-time

Posted 27 days ago


Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

Responsible for providing support to the Process Technician in the effective management of their respective shift. The Mold Setter will be the primary performer of mold changes on their respective shifts. The position is also responsible for assisting the Process Technician, Maintenance Technician, and Material Handler-B with setups and floor support, and for performing preventive maintenance tasks as scheduled.

CORPORATE GOALS:

Sanko Gosei Technologies USA Incorporated is a custom injection molding company that strives to:

  1. Provide defect-free, cost efficient products to our customers in a timely manner.
  2. Operate as a world class supplier for the mutual benefit of both our customers and our employees.
  3. Operate in a team-based environment, where all employees are involved in continuously improving company performance.
  4. Develop suppliers who will provide products and services of superior quality and treat them in a manner to maintain good relations.
  5. Maintain a union-free organization.
  6. Provide shareholders with a long-term return on investment superior to other opportunities of equal risk.
  7. Fulfill our responsibilities in the community in which we operate.
  8. Promote safe work practices and be conscious of environmental responsibilities.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Employees will be trained to all applicable company standards as identified on the company training matrix TR-401

  1. Change molds as directed by the Shift Supervisor/ Process Technician.
  2. Assist the Back-Aisle Material Handler on setting up materials during job change.
  3. Assist the Maintenance Technician on maintaining equipment and facilities.
  4. Assist the Process Technician by making process adjustments with their approval.
  5. Complete preventive maintenance tasks on time as assigned.
  6. Assist the Process Technician in ensuring that all of the staff is adhering to company policies and work procedures.
  7. Ensure that good housekeeping and safe work practices are part of everyoneโ€™s daily work habits.
  8. Continual communication with the Process Technician, Shift Supervisor and support staffs to insure continuity of efforts.
  9. Other assignments as designated by the Shift Supervisor/Process Technician.

SPECIFICATIONS:

  1. This position mat requires standing up to 100%, lifting up to 80 pounds, climbing, overhead work, kneeling, bending, crawling, pushing, pulling and working at heights.
  2. Experience in Injection mold set up, mold changes, troubleshooting injection molding processes.
  3. Experience starting up and shutting down injection molding presses.
  4. Experience changing mold using an overhead crane.
  5. Must be trusted by peers, and superiors, and must be willing to accept responsibility for their performance.
  6. Requires a commitment to continuous improvement in order to meet ever increasing demands for improved quality, cost, and delivery performance.
  7. Ability to communicate effectively with Shift Supervisor, as well as with other staff members and production personnel.
  8. Strong problem solving skills of both the interpersonal, and the technical side of the operation.
  9. Organized and structured approach to the work environment, with strong attention to details.
  10. Strong mechanical aptitude, and the ability to quickly learn new technologies.
  11. Ability to handle stressful employee situations, and to treat people with respect.
  12. Ability to excel in a team-based environment.
  13. Ability to perform in a proactive mode, and to plan and respond accordingly.

Qualifications:

  1. Minimum Education- High School Diploma or GED
  2. Requires a Crane operating license- Training will be provided
  3. Requires a Forklift operating license- Training will be provided
  4. Requires a minimum score of 70% on the Lock out โ€“ Tag out (LOTO) Test.
  5. Experience adjusting process parameters to correct cosmetic or dimensional defects in plastic injection molded parts.

Other things that are a plus, but not required:

RJG Training

Paulson Training

Experience programming or operating axis robots

2+ years of experience desired, but willing to train the right person.

PHYSICAL REQUIIREMENTS:

  • Movement: Standing for up to 8 hours, easily able to walk short distances up to 1000 feet, reasonably sitting and bending as required.
  • Lifting: Carrying, pushing, and pulling carts/packages within the factory up to 30 lbs.
  • Hand-eye coordination: Using hands to feel, handle, or finger objects, or to reach with arms
  • Vision: Being able to see and respond to dangerous situations, close visual acuity to perform computer-based work, reading drawings, inspecting parts.
  • Hearing: Being able to hear and respond to sounds
  • Manual dexterity: Being able to move objects and assemble parts using limbs with good coordination, able to enter data into a computer using a keyboard.
  • Balance: Being able to move safely within the factory and office areas

Driving: Be able to drive to and from customer / supplier locations