Mold Setter

INTRODUCTION:

This job description describes the authority, duties, responsibilities, reporting relationships and measure of accomplishment for the functional position of the Mold Setter of All-Plastics.

BASIC FUNCTION:

Installs and removes molds from presses along with all auxiliary equipment as directed. Sets up the work station for production.

AUTHORITY:

The Mold Setter receives sufficient authority from and is accountable to the SMED Technician & Production Manager for the successful completion of assigned duties and responsibilities.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:

The Mold Setter takes day to day guidance from the SMED Technician but reports directly to the Production Manager.

This position does not supervise any direct reports.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The principal duties and responsibilities of the Mold Setter consist of, but are not limited to, the following:

• Installs and removes all molds and equipment on specified presses, along with all supporting equipment.
• Prepares equipment and molds for installation and/or storage as directed.
• Sets mold and press process parameters per process sheet.
• Sets up work station as directed.
• Insures all safety switches and devices are in working order and properly adjusted for the current mold being run.
• Notifies SMED Technician/ Production Manager of all mold/equipment malfunctions found when working on equipment.
• Assists Team Lead and Process Technician in processing the molding cycle as directed.
• Maintains sufficient inventory of related mold setting equipment and supplies (water fitting, water hose, clamps, etc.) SMED Technician must be notified when supplies need to be ordered.
• Maintains communication with supporting departments concerning molds and equipment.
• Interfaces with maintenance and tool room departments on current and future equipment.
• Performs minor maintenance on equipment as directed by the Production Manager.
• Assists maintenance personnel and tool room personnel as directed.
• Various other duties as assigned.

MEASUREMENT OF PERFORMANCE:

The Mold Setter shall be deemed to be performing in a satisfactory manner when the following have been met and/or exceeded:

• Consistently sets molds in a safe and timely manner.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions from the Production Manager
• Mold Setter performance will be measured on safety, tool and machine damage, cleanliness, and efficiency.

Overall satisfaction of immediate supervisor.

REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION:

Required: High School Diploma or equivalent and familiarity with plastic molding press operation and functions.

SKILLS:

• Must be able to communicate (orally and written) for effective performance of this job. Clear communication with the operators and interfacing with other personnel and equipment.
• Must have good organizational ability.
• Must have mechanical ability/aptitude.
• Must be safety oriented. Job has potential for great personal injury and considerable financial loss in material and equipment.
• Must be qualified to operate motorized equipment such as forklift trucks.
• Must be self-motivator and be able to work without direct supervision.

PHYSICAL:

Includes lifting, sitting, standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and use of hands and arms.

Job may require heavy lifting (Up to 75 lbs.).

Must be capable of wearing personal safety equipment, such as visual devices, hearing devices and back supports.

Peripheral vision and depth perception required to operate machinery and use the forklift.

MENTAL: Must be able to read, write and speak English.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Required to work throughout the plant in both air conditioned and non-air-conditioned situations. Work environment may be hazardous, noisy, and dusty.

ACKNOWLEDGMENT:

This job description is intended to serve as a general list of the requirements for this position, the authority for action that the person occupying this position has, and the responsibilities and duties to be performed. It is not intended as a contract for employment, nor does it guarantee employment for a period of time. I have reviewed, and understand the above job description and believe it to be accurate and complete. I also agree that management retains the right to change this job description at any time.