Mold Setter - Set Up 1

Opportunity

Are you ready to build a career you can be proud of? Kohler Co. manufacturing teams are hiring! We’re looking for passionate individuals to join a culture dedicated to safety and innovation, with opportunities for advancement within our Sheridan.

Crafting Excellence

• Perform all duties associated within the department.
• Follow instructions and communicate effectively.
• Read blueprint, bill of materials (BOM for product specifications).
• Must have Knowledge of dryers, blenders, and granulators.
• Selects and sets speed and feed of machine according to type of operation.
• Starts machine to obtain first run work piece and verifies dimensional tolerances.
• Must be able to assist with process problems that may arise which include but are not limited to cycle optimization using scientific molding principles.
• Instructs Operators or other workers in machine setup and operation.
• Sets up machines and equipment other than machine tools.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work in the US without restrictions or sponsorship.
• Effective communication skills for manufacturing production processes.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Minimum of 3 years of Plastic Mold Setting manufacturing experience.
• Minimum of 2 year technical certification or 18 months related training.
• Collaborate effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Able to read blueprints and have mathematical knowledge to calculate figures.
• Must have SAP manufacturing knowledge.
• Able to lift and/or move 25 pounds – 50 pounds frequently.
• Experience with robots and sprue pickers.
• Knowledge of Plastics resins such as ABS, PP, PE, Nylon, Acrylics, GFYN, Acetal, Isoplast, Noral, Dynaflex, Santopreame.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits starting Day 1, including health insurance with low monthly premiums, dental and vision coverage, and company-paid disability and life insurance.
• Health insurance with premiums as low as $20 per month, dental and vision insurance, and company-paid disability and life insurance.
• 401k plan with company match and voluntary benefits such as identity protection and pet insurance.
• Pension Plan.
• Up to 10 paid holidays annually after 60 days and up to 2 weeks of paid vacation in your first year.
• Discounts on Kohler products.
• Tuition assistance for advanced education.
• Opportunities for growth and career advancement.

Physical Capability and Safety Compliance

• Ability to perform the essential duties of the position.
• Follow all safety policies and procedures.

Additional Requirements

• Reliable.
• Consistent attendance and work performance.
• Successful completion of a drug screen and background check.