Die Setter (Plastic Injection)
Production / ManufacturingAt ARaymond, we create cutting-edge fastening and assembly systems for the machines and products that keep the world moving.
Founded in Grenoble in 1865, and still headquartered in the city to this day, we’re a family-run business with a proud history of innovation – including the invention of the press stud.
Human values have driven our success for over 157 years, embodied by our servant-leadership model of management that empowers employees and puts their wellbeing first.
Today we employ more than 8,000 people in 25 countries worldwide. And we’re committed to leading in sustainability for the global fastening and assembly market.
Connect the parts that keep the world moving
Working in a clean, green and high-tech production environment, you’ll help build cutting-edge fastening and assembly systems for the everyday innovations we all rely on.
Die Setter (Plastic Injection) Responsible for performing set ups of multi-cavity plastic injection molds. When necessary, assists other team members on the production floor with machine startups.
Role and responsibilities
Roles and responsibilities
- Comply with all internal and OSHA required safety procedures and regulations.
- Completely and accurately sets tool for startup, including loading the machine with the approved molding process program and ensuring all plumbing, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic connections follow established set up guidelines outlined in the process book documentation.
- Responsible for the installation and removal of all auxiliary equipment used in the molding process.
- Complete work orders in SAP for molding equipment or tools.
- Responsible for maintaining high standard of housekeeping, including appearance and condition of all thermolators, robot pendants and hot runner temperature controllers.
- Responsible for upkeep of machine platens.
- Responsible for in-press preventive maintenance of molds, including dry ice pellet blasting and application of mold cleaner and mold release.
- Responsible for accurate and timely records, including quality and set-up documentation on paper, Raypro MES and SAP.
- Maintains organization of die-setting station to aid in SMED initiatives.
- Maintains company issued tools and equipment.
- Coordination with material handlers, process technicians and supervisor to meet customer production and shipping requirements.
- Work overtime when necessary.
- Stops the process if nonconforming or suspect material is found and follows systematic troubleshooting process.
- Participate in and contribute to ATOMS CI and OpEx initiatives and provide input on how to continuously improve our safety, quality, and cost performance.
- Other duties as assigned.
Education and experience
Education & Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent
- A minimum of one (1) year of experience as an injection mold setter with a range of IMM manufacturer, tonnage, and controller types.
- Knowledge of plastic materials and process parameters for injection molding.
- Mechanical aptitude and ability to use hand tools and operate overhead crane.
- Knowledge of 5S and SMED philosophy.
Skills
- Ability to lift 55 pounds.
- Excessive walking, bending, climbing, and lifting.
- Ability to climb a ladder.
- Requires alertness, precision, and methodical attributes.
- Visual demands while looking at parts.
- Must be able to speak, read and write English fluently.
- Must be able to work in the U.S.
We offer
We are an equal opportunity employer and offer a competitive salary and benefits package.
Our benefit plan includes:
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan w/ Employer Match
- 11 Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Education Reimbursement
- Medical and Prescription Drug Coverage
- Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Wellness Program
- Dental and Vision Coverage
- Consumerism Card w/ Telemedicine Coverage
- Employer paid Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Life, and AD&D coverages
- Voluntary Benefits - Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospitalization