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Job Title: Mold Setter

Job Description

The Mold Setter is responsible for performing mold changes and ensuring that injection and stretch/blow molding equipment is correctly set up, wired, and ready for production. This role combines mechanical and electrical work on molds with machine operation and troubleshooting to support efficient and high-quality plastics manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Perform mold changes on injection and stretch/blow molding machines according to production requirements and established procedures.
• Set up molding machines, including mechanical adjustments, electrical connections, and hydraulic configurations to ensure proper operation.
• Complete mechanical and electrical wiring on molds, verifying all connections for safety and functionality.
• Operate molding equipment to support production, monitoring machine performance and making necessary adjustments.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues on molds and machines to minimize downtime and maintain throughput.
• Interpret and work from blueprints and technical documentation when setting up and adjusting molds and machinery.
• Assist with changeovers between different molds and products, ensuring accurate setup and efficient transitions.
• Perform general labor tasks related to mold setting and production support as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safety-compliant work area within a highly regulated, temperature-controlled environment.
• Collaborate with production and maintenance teams, helping wherever needed to get the job done and support continuous operations.
• Follow all safety guidelines, including proper use of required personal protective equipment, during machine operation and mold handling.
• Participate in training and skill development activities to improve mold setting, troubleshooting, and machine operating capabilities.

Essential Skills

• 2–4 years of experience as a Mold Operator or in a similar mold setting role (MO experience).
• Hands-on experience with injection molds and stretch/blow mold processes in a production environment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to perform mechanical adjustments and set up machines.
• Basic to intermediate electrical skills, including wiring and connecting molds and related equipment.
• Working knowledge of hydraulics and their application in molding machinery.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues on production equipment.
• Experience operating production machinery in a manufacturing setting.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical documentation.
• Comfort performing general labor tasks in support of mold setting and production.
• Reliability and flexibility to work rotating 3rd shift 12-hour schedules (6:00 p.m. – 6:00 a.m.) after training.
• Commitment to following safety procedures and regulatory requirements in a highly controlled environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in plastics manufacturing or bottling environments.
• Familiarity with production processes supporting consumer products and packaging.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment where helping wherever needed is valued.
• Strong attention to detail and quality when setting up molds and operating equipment.
• Willingness to participate in up to 6 months of day-shift training (Monday–Friday) prior to moving to night shift.
• Ability to adapt to a rotating schedule and long shifts while maintaining performance and focus.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Iowa City, IA.

The pay range for this position is $23.50 - $23.50/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Iowa City,IA.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 24, 2026.

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.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.