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Plastic Injection Molding Manager Jobs in Fort Wayne, IN

TriMas Corporation

Molding Lead-1st Shift

Auburn, IN · On-site

$18.75 - $24.25/hr

Product / Distribution Support Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled Main Duties & Responsibilities We are looking for an experienced Plastic Injection Mold Setter/Processor ...

TriMas Corporation

Molding Lead-3rd Shift

Auburn, IN · On-site

$18.75 - $24.25/hr

Product / Distribution Support Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled Main Duties & Responsibilities We are looking for an experienced Plastic Injection Mold Setter/Processor ...

Rieke Packaging Systems

Molding Lead-3rd Shift

Auburn, IN

$18.75 - $24.25/hr

We are looking for an experienced Plastic Injection Mold Setter/Processor with proven experience in safely completing mold set-ups and processing to produce quality products. This person will work in ...

TriMas Corporation

Molding Lead-3rd Shift

Auburn, IN · On-site

$18.75 - $24.25/hr

We are looking for an experienced Plastic Injection Mold Setter/Processor with proven experience in safely completing mold set-ups and processing to produce quality products. This person will work in ...

TriMas Corporation

Molding Lead-1st Shift

Auburn, IN

$18.75 - $24.25/hr

We are looking for an experienced Plastic Injection Mold Setter/Processor with proven experience in safely completing mold set-ups and processing to produce quality products. This person will work in ...

Rieke Packaging Systems

Molding Lead-1st Shift

Auburn, IN

$18.75 - $24.25/hr

We are looking for an experienced Plastic Injection Mold Setter/Processor with proven experience in safely completing mold set-ups and processing to produce quality products. This person will work in ...

SANKO GOSEI TECH

Mold Setter

Fort Wayne, IN · On-site

$16.50 - $19.50/hr

Responsible for providing support to the Process Technician in the effective management of their ... Sanko Gosei Technologies USA Incorporated is a custom injection molding company that strives to:

BRC Rubber and Plastics Inc.

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Production Supervisors

Bluffton, IN · On-site

Plastics Injection Molding experience preferred * Intermediate skills with Microsoft office and a basic understanding of continuous improvement. * Management experience with forecasting, scheduling ...

Creative Liquid Coatings, INC

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Automotive Quality Engineer

Fort Wayne, IN · On-site

$85K - $110K/yr

Must be an integral part of the Program Management Launch team. * Support IATF and ISO 14001 ... We bridge the gap between complex plastic injection molding and world-class automated finishing ...

Creative Liquid Coatings, INC

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Automotive Quality Engineer

Kendallville, IN · On-site

$80K - $110K/yr

Must be an integral part of the Program Management Launch team. * Support IATF and ISO 14001 ... We bridge the gap between complex plastic injection molding and world-class automated finishing ...

Phoenix America

Toolmaker

Fort Wayne, IN · On-site

$24.25 - $31.25/hr

... plastic fabrication. · Perform fitting, assembly, polishing, spotting, and finishing operations as required for injection molds. · Utilize CAD/CAM software as needed to support tooling ...

TecTammina

Material Engineer

Ohio City, OH · On-site

... or plastic desired o Process experience in extrusion or laminating of materials, injection molding, or other similar continuous manufacturing process operations ideal o Materials experience in ...

TriMas Corporation

Tool Maker- 1st

Auburn, IN · On-site

$24.75 - $32/hr

... injection molds daily. Must be a Team oriented player & work well with others. Must have own basic set of precision/hand tools. Reporting on the performance of the quality management system and on ...

TriMas Corporation

Tool/Die 2nd Shift

Auburn, IN · On-site

$24.25 - $30.50/hr

... injection molds daily. Must be a Team oriented player & work well with others. Must have own basic set of precision/hand tools. Reporting on the performance of the quality management system and on ...

Phoenix America LLC

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Assembly Associate

Fort Wayne, IN · On-site

$16 - $23/hr

We develop and make our own tooling and molds, create custom plastic and magnetic compound blends for molding, injection mold and over-mold our own magnets and plastic components, pick and place ...

Aerotek

Screw Machine Operator

New Haven, IN · On-site

$26/hr

Exposure to plastic injection or injection molding processes is beneficial. * General labor, general production, and quality inspection experience. * Ability to solve minor machine jams and address ...

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Molding Lead-1st Shift

Auburn, IN • On-site

TriMas Corporation
Plastics Packaging Film and Sheet (including Laminated) Manufacturing • 5 - 10K employees
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$18.75 - $24.25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 28 days ago

Job description

Molding Lead-1st Shift
Company: TriMas Packaging LLC
Primary Location: 500 W 7th Street, Auburn, IN 46706 USA
Workplace Type: On-site
Employment Type: Hourly Full-Time
Function: Product / Distribution Support
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled
Main Duties & Responsibilities
We are looking for an experienced Plastic Injection Mold Setter/Processor with proven experience in safely completing mold set-ups and processing to produce quality products. This person will work in a high volume, fast paced environment. while also leading a team.
This position is for 1st Shift 6am-2pm with some weekends.
Main Duties & Responsibilities
Ensure that safe practices are followed on a daily basis by following all safety procedures.
Ensure injection molding machines, auxiliary equipment and associated automated systems are set to regulation parameters, are producing product that meets quality standards and all production goals.
Set up and start up molding machines. Check product with calipers, optical comparators, and other testing methods and devices.
Monitor and troubleshoot processing problems, perform preventive maintenance tasks, and document process changes.
Understand the importance of reducing material scrap to protect our environment and reduce costs.
Provide feedback on mold design and assist Tool and Die Makers to dial in each mold for optimal cycle time and quality
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent.
One or more years in a leadership role.
Three (3) to five (5) years of plastic injection mold processing experience from mold setting through successful processing.
Must have experience with lock out tag out.
Must have experience with calipers, indicating micrometers, and reading inspection specs.
Hands on experience with high volume injection molding.
Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.
Troubleshooting ability is required.
Experience in Injection Molding Tooling and/or Maintenance is preferred.
Previous Paulson Training is a plus.
Benefits
Benefit offerings include Medical Insurance and Prescription Drugs, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability Insurance (for eligible employees), Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Paid Time Off (may include vacation and sick time), Retirement Program, and Other Voluntary Benefits.
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Industry

Plastics packaging film and sheet (including laminated) manufacturing

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Bloomfield Hills, MI, US

Year founded

1988

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