Injection Mold Set-Up Technician
Orangeville, ON
$32.50-$36.00/hour + Performance Bonus + Full Benefits
Full-Time | Permanent | Day Shift
Are you an experienced Injection Mold Set-Up Technician looking for a stable day shift opportunity with a well-established Canadian manufacturer
We're looking for a hands-on technician who can independently perform complete mold changes, troubleshoot processing issues, and help keep production running efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing environment.
What You'll Be Doing
Machine Setups & Changeovers
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Perform complete mold changes on injection molding machines.
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Install, remove, and secure molds and associated tooling.
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Set up machines according to production schedules and process requirements.
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Start up machines and verify production readiness.
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Optimize processing parameters to achieve quality and production targets.
Production Support
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Monitor machine performance and product quality.
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Troubleshoot molding defects and processing issues.
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Respond to machine alarms and minimize production downtime.
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Work closely with Production, Quality, and Maintenance teams.
Continuous Improvement
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Identify opportunities to improve cycle times and production efficiency.
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Support continuous improvement initiatives.
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Maintain consistent processing standards across production runs.
Maintenance & Quality
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Perform basic mechanical adjustments and preventative maintenance.
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Complete setup documentation and record process parameters.
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Follow all Health & Safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout.
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Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
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Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident (work permits are not eligible for this position).
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Minimum 5 years of hands-on injection mold setup experience in a manufacturing environment.
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Proven ability to independently perform complete mold changes.
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Strong knowledge of injection molding processes and machine setup.
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Experience troubleshooting molding defects and process issues.
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Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
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Ability to read production work orders and setup documentation.
Preferred Experience
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High-volume plastics manufacturing.
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Food packaging, consumer packaging, or plastic container manufacturing.
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Technical education in Plastics Processing or a related manufacturing discipline.
Schedule
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Straight Day Shift
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Standard 8-hour shifts
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Optional 10- or 12-hour shifts available
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Overtime available based on production requirements
Compensation & Benefits
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$32.50-$36.00/hour
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Annual performance bonus
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Comprehensive Health & Dental Benefits
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Stable, permanent employment
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Career growth opportunities
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Modern manufacturing facility with advanced injection molding equipment
Why Join
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Day shift with overtime opportunities
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Well-established and growing Canadian manufacturer
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Clean, modern production facility
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Long-term career stability
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Strong commitment to employee development and continuous improvement
Apply Today
If you're an experienced Injection Mold Set-Up Technician who enjoys working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and takes pride in producing quality work, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply directly through Indeed or send your resume to:
Syndel Gerlings
[email protected]
Only candidates whose experience closely matches the requirements of this role will be contacted.
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