Mold Setter

About the role

Assists and supports the person responsible for Mold Changes in ensuring that machines and components, molds, and accessories are changed safely and efficiently utilizing prior production data. Replaces heads and molds in Blow Molding equipment. Ensures Mold Changes are completed within defined timeframes. Assists Mold Change Setter II to perform start-up and process in molds that have been used for established products to meet QA approval. Maintains continuous communication with Supervisor, Maintenance, Mold Change Supervisor, and Mold Change Setter II.

• Works together in a team to ensure efficiency
• Maintains good housekeeping within the department

Responsibilities

• Assists in safe and efficient mold changes using prior production data
• Replaces heads and molds in Blow Molding equipment
• Ensures mold changes are completed within defined timeframes
• Assists in start-up and process adjustments for established products to meet QA approval
• Maintains communication with supervisors and team members
• Promotes teamwork and efficiency within the department
• Maintains good housekeeping standards
• Adheres to all ALPLA policies, procedures, and Safety Standards (OSHA)

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Good knowledge of Blow Molding process preferred
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Able to operate forklifts

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Regularly required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, and occasionally climb or balance
• Frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear
• Occasionally required to sit
• Must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 lbs, frequently lift and/or move up to 30 lbs, and occasionally lift and/or move more than 50 lbs

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Childcare and dependent care savings programs
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement and educational assistance programs
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• Employee recognition programs
• Hands-on training and professional development

About ALPLA

ALPLA is a global leader in sustainable packaging solutions, serving some of the world's most recognized brands. As a family-owned company with locations worldwide, ALPLA offers stable careers, hands-on training, competitive benefits, and opportunities for growth. We invest in our people, promote from within, and foster a culture focused on safety, teamwork, innovation, and continuous improvement. From apprenticeship programs and technical training to leadership development opportunities, ALPLA is committed to helping employees build long-term careers.