Die Setter - 3rd Shift

A.L.P. is an international leader in designing, manufacturing, and distributing components for lighting and other technical industries. With world-class capabilities in plastics molding, metal fabrication, and other high-tech processes, A.L.P. offers challenging, rewarding job opportunities in a variety of career specialties. We are global in reach, with locations throughout North America and Europe.

Compensation is competitive. Our benefit package includes: Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, 401k, generous paid time off, and tuition reimbursement. Employees enjoy a team atmosphere, advancement opportunities, and a learning culture that includes ongoing in-house training. Our employees are empowered to provide superior service and product performance to every customer.

The Charlevoix facility has a Die Setter position open on 3rd shift (10:48PM - 7:00am). Training hours may vary.

Shift may vary for training.

FUNCTION:
Perform duties to set up and adjust injection molding equipment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure all equipment/machine lockout procedures are followed.
• Perform ordinary equipment lubrication, change hoses, tighten clamps and check for leaks.
• Clean mold vents and pins, outer surface of mold, and press under mold operating area.
• Set up correct machine program and clamp parameters.
• Ensure proper set up of secondary equipment and proper installation of work platforms when required.
• Obtain specified mold and other necessary material for indicated machine.
• Lift specified die sections into machine using overhead crane or forklift and bolt into place.
• Help maintain production status boards.
• Notify supervisor of any recognized or foreseen problems.
• Perform essential duties of molding machine operator.
• Maintain acceptable mold change and set up times.
• Work to develop ways to reduce changeover times to increase productivity.
• Responsible for any other special projects as assigned.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• High School diploma or GED
• At least 1 year of experience in similar environment
• Forklift and overhead crane experience
• Mechanical aptitude
• Applied mathematics
• Ability to read and understand measurements and leveling devices

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Manufacturing: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person