Injection Mold Set-Up Technician | Orangeville | $32.5-36/h
Full-Time | Permanent
Day Shift
Orangeville, ON
Qualifications/Skills
Required
- Canadian Citizen or Permanent resident (work permits are not eligible for the role)
- Minimum 5 years of hands-on injection mold setup experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Experience independently performing complete mold changes.
- Strong understanding of injection molding processes and machine setup.
- Experience troubleshooting molding defects and process issues.
- Ability to read production work orders and setup documentation.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
Preferred
- Experience in high-volume plastics manufacturing.
- Background in food packaging, consumer packaging, or plastic container manufacturing.
- Technical training in plastics processing or a related manufacturing discipline.
What You'll Be Doing
Machine Setups & Changeovers
- Perform complete mold changes on injection molding machines.
- Install, remove, and secure molds and associated tooling.
- Set up machines according to production schedules and process requirements.
- Perform machine start-ups and verify production readiness.
- Optimize machine parameters to achieve quality and production targets.
Production Support
- Monitor production performance and product quality.
- Troubleshoot molding defects and process issues.
- Respond to machine alarms and support production uptime.
- Work closely with Production, Quality, and Maintenance teams to minimize downtime.
Process Improvement
- Identify opportunities to reduce cycle times and improve efficiency.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity and quality.
- Maintain process consistency across production runs.
Maintenance & Documentation
- Perform basic mechanical adjustments and preventative maintenance tasks.
- Complete setup documentation and record machine process parameters.
- Follow standardized work instructions and production procedures.
Health, Safety & Quality
- Follow all workplace health and safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout practices.
- Maintain a clean and organized work area.
- Ensure products consistently meet quality standards and customer specifications.
What We're Looking For
The ideal candidate is:
- Mechanically inclined and hands-on
- Detail-oriented with a strong focus on quality
- Safety-conscious and dependable
- Calm under pressure and an effective troubleshooter
- Team-oriented with excellent communication skills
- Committed to continuous improvement and operational excellence
Schedule
Day Shift
- Standard 8-hour day shift
- Optional 10-hour or 12-hour shifts available for employees seeking additional hours
- Overtime opportunities available based on production requirements
Benefits
- $32.5-36/h
- Annual performance bonus program
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Stable, long-term employment
- Career growth opportunities
- Modern manufacturing facility with advanced injection molding equipment
Why Join
- Join a growing and well-established Canadian manufacturer
- Work in a clean, modern, high-volume production environment
- Day shift schedule with opportunities for additional earnings
- Strong commitment to employee development and continuous improvement
- Stable organization with a long history of success
Application Process
Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply with an updated resume highlighting their injection molding and mold setup experience.
Only candidates whose qualifications most closely match the requirements of the role will be contacted for an interview.
Accessibility & Equal Opportunity
Fuze HR Solutions is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible workplace. Accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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