Mold Technician - 2nd Shift
for section headings (About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule). Use - for any list of duties/requirements/benefits, and
for prose. Do NOT repeat job title as heading. Do NOT put Job ID/requisition numbers as headings. Preserve ALL substantive information; do NOT invent or summarize away detail. Remove cookie/navigation/legal/EEO/equal-opportunity/scam-warning boilerplate, duplicated lines, and application instructions. Include a section ONLY when posting has real, specific content for it — never emit a heading followed by filler/placeholder text (e.g., "commensurate with experience", "not specified", "N/A", "varies", "TBD") and never create Pay/Schedule/Benefits sections unless posting actually states them. Prefer a few substantive sections over many thin ones.
We need to parse the job posting.
Content:
- Intro about Summit Polymers (company description). Could be "About the role"? Actually "About the role" is a heading we can use for company description and summary. The posting includes: "Summit Polymers is a leading, global supplier of automotive interior systems including consoles, door panels, and instrument panels. With over 50 years serving the industry, we deliver engineering and product excellence to our customers, on time, in budget, with the latest innovations. JOIN A TEAM WHERE YOU’LL BE CHALLENGED and valued. A career with Summit Polymers means working with smart people in a culture that thrives on challenging, meaningful work. At Summit, we look for growth potential with every hire. We don’t just fill seats, we set people on career paths. We’re always on the lookout for smart people who are committed to continuous improvement, customer service and quality."
Then "Job Description JOB TITLE: Mold Technician 1 FLSASTATUS: Non Exempt Mold Technician 2 Mold Technician 3 REPORTS TO: Supervisor, Manufacturing (Molding) Summary This is a hands-on technical position responsible for molding machine setups, start-ups, operation, and shut-downs. Must follow all standard work procedures including daily use of Summit Lean Manufacturing System tools. Completes process verifications, perform 1st piece/last piece inspections and perform routine quality checks. Responsible for ensuring that machines, molds and equipment are properly functioning and maintained. Identify problems and perform basic troubleshooting, according to knowledge and work experience. Duties will also include general housekeeping, visual production management and product flow, compliance to environmental and safety procedures and assisting with Operator/Utility tasks."
Then "Responsibilities And Duties The fully trained and qualified Mold Tech is capable of completing the following tasks under general supervision:" then a list of bullet-like sentences.
Then "Training The Mold Tech position is a progressive position requiring diligent completion of training requirements over 3 levels and within prescribed time frames in order to achieve fully qualified status and remain in the position." Then details of Level 1 Side Load, Level 1 Top Load, Level 2, Level 3.
Then "Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Agreement to complete of all required post-hire training modules within specified time frame A minimum score in the 50th percentile on the DAT Mechanical Reasoning Test A minimum score of 50 on the Wonderlic Select (Traditional score of 16 on the Cognitive portion) Meet the physical requirements for the position Physically capable of standing and walking for the entire shift Must be able to lift 60 pounds repeatedly Repeated bending and lifting during the shift Must be able to wear steel-toed footwear Adequate visual acuity to enter/revise molding press programming Must be able to meet requirements for crane license Must be capable of exerting up to 150 foot pounds on torque wrench Must be able to work around a magnetic field"
Then "Travel Requirements This position typically does not require any travel."
Then "DISCLAIMER The information contained in this job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Management may, at its discretion, assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Agreement to complete all post-hire required training."
We need to remove boilerplate: disclaimer maybe considered boilerplate? The instruction says remove cookie/navigation/legal/EEO/equal-opportunity/scam-warning boilerplate, duplicated lines, and application instructions. Disclaimer is legal boilerplate; we should remove it. Also "Travel Requirements" is a specific content; we can include maybe under a section like "Travel" but we only have headings for Benefits, Pay, Schedule. Travel is not one of those headings. Should we create a custom heading? The instruction says use
for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule). It implies we should only use those headings. It does not forbid other headings, but says "Use for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule)." Likely they expect we only use those headings. So we need to map content to those headings.
We have:
- About the role: company overview and summary of role.
- Responsibilities: list of duties.
- Requirements: maybe training progression? Or required knowledge, skills, abilities.
- Qualifications: maybe same as requirements? Could combine.
- Skills: maybe specific skills.
- Benefits: none given.
- Pay: none given.
- Schedule: none given.
Thus we should only include sections where we have substantive content: About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements (or Qualifications/Skills). We need to avoid thin sections.
We could combine Requirements, Qualifications, Skills into one section maybe "Requirements". But the instruction says prefer a few substantive sections over many thin ones. So we could have About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements (which includes training, knowledge, skills, abilities, physical requirements). That seems appropriate.
We must not repeat job title as heading. So no Mold Technician
.
We need to use - for any list of duties/requirements/benefits. So for responsibilities list we need
- . For requirements list also
- . For training progression maybe also list.
We need to preserve all substantive information; do not invent or summarize away detail. So we need to include all details from the posting, but we can format them as lists.
We need to remove duplicated lines. There may be duplicated lines like "Agreement to complete all post-hire required training." appears twice? At end of disclaimer and also in Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities. We'll keep only one occurrence.
We need to remove boilerplate like disclaimer. Also remove "Job Description JOB TITLE: Mold Technician 1 FLSASTATUS: Non Exempt Mold Technician 2 Mold Technician 3 REPORTS TO: Supervisor, Manufacturing (Molding)" maybe we keep the summary but not the metadata like Job ID etc. The instruction says do NOT put Job ID / requisition numbers as headings — fold minor metadata into a short
or drop it. So we can drop the Job Title line etc. But we need to keep the summary? The summary is part of responsibilities. We'll incorporate.
Thus final HTML:
About the role
Summit Polymers is a leading, global supplier of automotive interior systems including consoles, door panels, and instrument panels. With over 50 years serving the industry, we deliver engineering and product excellence to our customers, on time, in budget, with the latest innovations. Join a team where you’ll be challenged and valued. A career with Summit Polymers means working with smart people in a culture that thrives on challenging, meaningful work. At Summit, we look for growth potential with every hire. We don’t just fill seats, we set people on career paths. We’re always on the lookout for smart people who are committed to continuous improvement, customer service and quality.
Responsibilities
- Perform hands-on molding machine setups, start-ups, operation, and shut-downs.
- Follow all standard work procedures including daily use of Summit Lean Manufacturing System tools.
- Complete process verifications, perform 1st piece/last piece inspections, and perform routine quality checks.
- Ensure machines, molds, and equipment are properly functioning and maintained.
- Identify problems and perform basic troubleshooting according to knowledge and work experience.
- Perform general housekeeping, visual production management and product flow.
- Comply with environmental and safety procedures.
- Assist with Operator/Utility tasks.
- Safely perform injection mold changes and machine start-ups in proper sequence and within time standards.
- Comply with all SPI requirements for Personal Protective Equipment (hard hats, heat gloves/sleeves, steel-toed shoes, eye protection, etc.).
- Perform lockout/tagout per requirements and safely operate equipment such as cranes, side load systems, hot runner controllers, etc. per standard work procedures.
- Troubleshoot basic machine and equipment problems.
- Troubleshoot basic robot problems.
- Demonstrate basic knowledge of mold construction and function and assist in initial troubleshooting process.
- Perform basic Robot End-Of-Arm-Tooling maintenance and repair.
- Complete machine process adjustments within prescribed limits to ensure product meets specifications.
- Identify non-standard work and machine conditions that are potential safety concerns and take appropriate action.
- Effectively communicate and advise on product and production concerns with peers on other shifts.
- Assist supervisor in managing shift activities and training of operators, utilities, and other mold techs.
- Complete daily production paperwork.
- Utilize Summit Lean Manufacturing Systems principles to monitor inventory, schedule, and run production.
- Follow general housekeeping principles.
- Assist with giving Operator/Utility breaks.
- Assist, as needed, in the grinding of runners and scrap parts.
Requirements
Training progression: The Mold Tech position is a progressive position requiring diligent completion of training requirements over 3 levels within prescribed time frames to achieve fully qualified status.
- Level 1 Side Load – Completed within 5 weeks of placement in position. Under direct supervision: safely perform a side load mold change and basic quality tasks; complete training modules and tests as outlined in the Mold Tech Training Progression Checklist for Level 1 Side Load.
- Level 1 Top Load – Completed within 2 weeks of completion of Level 1 Side Load (6 weeks after hire). Under direct supervision: safely perform a top load mold change using a crane; complete training modules and tests as outlined for Level 1 Top Load.
- Level 2 – Completed within 18 weeks of completion of Level 1 Top Load (24 weeks after hire). Under general supervision: safely and efficiently perform both side load and top load set-ups meeting time requirements; perform full start-up with required checks and documentation; perform limited troubleshooting and make adjustments if required; complete training modules and tests as outlined for Level 2.
- Level 3 – Completed within 54 weeks of completion of Level 2 (18 months after hire). Under general supervision: meet all Mold Tech Level 3 requirements; complete training modules and tests as outlined for Level 3.
Required knowledge, skills, and abilities:
- Agreement to complete all required post‑hire training modules within specified time frame.
- Minimum score in the 50th percentile on the DAT Mechanical Reasoning Test.
- Minimum score of
for prose. Do NOT repeat job title as heading. Do NOT put Job ID/requisition numbers as headings. Preserve ALL substantive information; do NOT invent or summarize away detail. Remove cookie/navigation/legal/EEO/equal-opportunity/scam-warning boilerplate, duplicated lines, and application instructions. Include a section ONLY when posting has real, specific content for it — never emit a heading followed by filler/placeholder text (e.g., "commensurate with experience", "not specified", "N/A", "varies", "TBD") and never create Pay/Schedule/Benefits sections unless posting actually states them. Prefer a few substantive sections over many thin ones. We need to parse the job posting. Content: - Intro about Summit Polymers (company description). Could be "About the role"? Actually "About the role" is a heading we can use for company description and summary. The posting includes: "Summit Polymers is a leading, global supplier of automotive interior systems including consoles, door panels, and instrument panels. With over 50 years serving the industry, we deliver engineering and product excellence to our customers, on time, in budget, with the latest innovations. JOIN A TEAM WHERE YOU’LL BE CHALLENGED and valued. A career with Summit Polymers means working with smart people in a culture that thrives on challenging, meaningful work. At Summit, we look for growth potential with every hire. We don’t just fill seats, we set people on career paths. We’re always on the lookout for smart people who are committed to continuous improvement, customer service and quality." Then "Job Description JOB TITLE: Mold Technician 1 FLSASTATUS: Non Exempt Mold Technician 2 Mold Technician 3 REPORTS TO: Supervisor, Manufacturing (Molding) Summary This is a hands-on technical position responsible for molding machine setups, start-ups, operation, and shut-downs. Must follow all standard work procedures including daily use of Summit Lean Manufacturing System tools. Completes process verifications, perform 1st piece/last piece inspections and perform routine quality checks. Responsible for ensuring that machines, molds and equipment are properly functioning and maintained. Identify problems and perform basic troubleshooting, according to knowledge and work experience. Duties will also include general housekeeping, visual production management and product flow, compliance to environmental and safety procedures and assisting with Operator/Utility tasks." Then "Responsibilities And Duties The fully trained and qualified Mold Tech is capable of completing the following tasks under general supervision:" then a list of bullet-like sentences. Then "Training The Mold Tech position is a progressive position requiring diligent completion of training requirements over 3 levels and within prescribed time frames in order to achieve fully qualified status and remain in the position." Then details of Level 1 Side Load, Level 1 Top Load, Level 2, Level 3. Then "Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Agreement to complete of all required post-hire training modules within specified time frame A minimum score in the 50th percentile on the DAT Mechanical Reasoning Test A minimum score of 50 on the Wonderlic Select (Traditional score of 16 on the Cognitive portion) Meet the physical requirements for the position Physically capable of standing and walking for the entire shift Must be able to lift 60 pounds repeatedly Repeated bending and lifting during the shift Must be able to wear steel-toed footwear Adequate visual acuity to enter/revise molding press programming Must be able to meet requirements for crane license Must be capable of exerting up to 150 foot pounds on torque wrench Must be able to work around a magnetic field" Then "Travel Requirements This position typically does not require any travel." Then "DISCLAIMER The information contained in this job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Management may, at its discretion, assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Agreement to complete all post-hire required training." We need to remove boilerplate: disclaimer maybe considered boilerplate? The instruction says remove cookie/navigation/legal/EEO/equal-opportunity/scam-warning boilerplate, duplicated lines, and application instructions. Disclaimer is legal boilerplate; we should remove it. Also "Travel Requirements" is a specific content; we can include maybe under a section like "Travel" but we only have headings for Benefits, Pay, Schedule. Travel is not one of those headings. Should we create a custom heading? The instruction says use
for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule). It implies we should only use those headings. It does not forbid other headings, but says "Use for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule)." Likely they expect we only use those headings. So we need to map content to those headings.
We have:
- About the role: company overview and summary of role.
- Responsibilities: list of duties.
- Requirements: maybe training progression? Or required knowledge, skills, abilities.
- Qualifications: maybe same as requirements? Could combine.
- Skills: maybe specific skills.
- Benefits: none given.
- Pay: none given.
- Schedule: none given.
Thus we should only include sections where we have substantive content: About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements (or Qualifications/Skills). We need to avoid thin sections.
We could combine Requirements, Qualifications, Skills into one section maybe "Requirements". But the instruction says prefer a few substantive sections over many thin ones. So we could have About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements (which includes training, knowledge, skills, abilities, physical requirements). That seems appropriate.
We must not repeat job title as heading. So no Mold Technician
.
We need to use - for any list of duties/requirements/benefits. So for responsibilities list we need
- . For requirements list also
- . For training progression maybe also list.
We need to preserve all substantive information; do not invent or summarize away detail. So we need to include all details from the posting, but we can format them as lists.
We need to remove duplicated lines. There may be duplicated lines like "Agreement to complete all post-hire required training." appears twice? At end of disclaimer and also in Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities. We'll keep only one occurrence.
We need to remove boilerplate like disclaimer. Also remove "Job Description JOB TITLE: Mold Technician 1 FLSASTATUS: Non Exempt Mold Technician 2 Mold Technician 3 REPORTS TO: Supervisor, Manufacturing (Molding)" maybe we keep the summary but not the metadata like Job ID etc. The instruction says do NOT put Job ID / requisition numbers as headings — fold minor metadata into a short
or drop it. So we can drop the Job Title line etc. But we need to keep the summary? The summary is part of responsibilities. We'll incorporate.
Thus final HTML:
About the role
Summit Polymers is a leading, global supplier of automotive interior systems including consoles, door panels, and instrument panels. With over 50 years serving the industry, we deliver engineering and product excellence to our customers, on time, in budget, with the latest innovations. Join a team where you’ll be challenged and valued. A career with Summit Polymers means working with smart people in a culture that thrives on challenging, meaningful work. At Summit, we look for growth potential with every hire. We don’t just fill seats, we set people on career paths. We’re always on the lookout for smart people who are committed to continuous improvement, customer service and quality.
Responsibilities
- Perform hands-on molding machine setups, start-ups, operation, and shut-downs.
- Follow all standard work procedures including daily use of Summit Lean Manufacturing System tools.
- Complete process verifications, perform 1st piece/last piece inspections, and perform routine quality checks.
- Ensure machines, molds, and equipment are properly functioning and maintained.
- Identify problems and perform basic troubleshooting according to knowledge and work experience.
- Perform general housekeeping, visual production management and product flow.
- Comply with environmental and safety procedures.
- Assist with Operator/Utility tasks.
- Safely perform injection mold changes and machine start-ups in proper sequence and within time standards.
- Comply with all SPI requirements for Personal Protective Equipment (hard hats, heat gloves/sleeves, steel-toed shoes, eye protection, etc.).
- Perform lockout/tagout per requirements and safely operate equipment such as cranes, side load systems, hot runner controllers, etc. per standard work procedures.
- Troubleshoot basic machine and equipment problems.
- Troubleshoot basic robot problems.
- Demonstrate basic knowledge of mold construction and function and assist in initial troubleshooting process.
- Perform basic Robot End-Of-Arm-Tooling maintenance and repair.
- Complete machine process adjustments within prescribed limits to ensure product meets specifications.
- Identify non-standard work and machine conditions that are potential safety concerns and take appropriate action.
- Effectively communicate and advise on product and production concerns with peers on other shifts.
- Assist supervisor in managing shift activities and training of operators, utilities, and other mold techs.
- Complete daily production paperwork.
- Utilize Summit Lean Manufacturing Systems principles to monitor inventory, schedule, and run production.
- Follow general housekeeping principles.
- Assist with giving Operator/Utility breaks.
- Assist, as needed, in the grinding of runners and scrap parts.
Requirements
Training progression: The Mold Tech position is a progressive position requiring diligent completion of training requirements over 3 levels within prescribed time frames to achieve fully qualified status.
- Level 1 Side Load – Completed within 5 weeks of placement in position. Under direct supervision: safely perform a side load mold change and basic quality tasks; complete training modules and tests as outlined in the Mold Tech Training Progression Checklist for Level 1 Side Load.
- Level 1 Top Load – Completed within 2 weeks of completion of Level 1 Side Load (6 weeks after hire). Under direct supervision: safely perform a top load mold change using a crane; complete training modules and tests as outlined for Level 1 Top Load.
- Level 2 – Completed within 18 weeks of completion of Level 1 Top Load (24 weeks after hire). Under general supervision: safely and efficiently perform both side load and top load set-ups meeting time requirements; perform full start-up with required checks and documentation; perform limited troubleshooting and make adjustments if required; complete training modules and tests as outlined for Level 2.
- Level 3 – Completed within 54 weeks of completion of Level 2 (18 months after hire). Under general supervision: meet all Mold Tech Level 3 requirements; complete training modules and tests as outlined for Level 3.
Required knowledge, skills, and abilities:
- Agreement to complete all required post‑hire training modules within specified time frame.
- Minimum score in the 50th percentile on the DAT Mechanical Reasoning Test.
- Minimum score of
Mold Technician
. We need to use- for any list of duties/requirements/benefits. So for responsibilities list we need
- . For requirements list also
- . For training progression maybe also list.
We need to preserve all substantive information; do not invent or summarize away detail. So we need to include all details from the posting, but we can format them as lists.
We need to remove duplicated lines. There may be duplicated lines like "Agreement to complete all post-hire required training." appears twice? At end of disclaimer and also in Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities. We'll keep only one occurrence.
We need to remove boilerplate like disclaimer. Also remove "Job Description JOB TITLE: Mold Technician 1 FLSASTATUS: Non Exempt Mold Technician 2 Mold Technician 3 REPORTS TO: Supervisor, Manufacturing (Molding)" maybe we keep the summary but not the metadata like Job ID etc. The instruction says do NOT put Job ID / requisition numbers as headings — fold minor metadata into a short
or drop it. So we can drop the Job Title line etc. But we need to keep the summary? The summary is part of responsibilities. We'll incorporate. Thus final HTML:
About the role
Summit Polymers is a leading, global supplier of automotive interior systems including consoles, door panels, and instrument panels. With over 50 years serving the industry, we deliver engineering and product excellence to our customers, on time, in budget, with the latest innovations. Join a team where you’ll be challenged and valued. A career with Summit Polymers means working with smart people in a culture that thrives on challenging, meaningful work. At Summit, we look for growth potential with every hire. We don’t just fill seats, we set people on career paths. We’re always on the lookout for smart people who are committed to continuous improvement, customer service and quality.
Responsibilities
- Perform hands-on molding machine setups, start-ups, operation, and shut-downs.
- Follow all standard work procedures including daily use of Summit Lean Manufacturing System tools.
- Complete process verifications, perform 1st piece/last piece inspections, and perform routine quality checks.
- Ensure machines, molds, and equipment are properly functioning and maintained.
- Identify problems and perform basic troubleshooting according to knowledge and work experience.
- Perform general housekeeping, visual production management and product flow.
- Comply with environmental and safety procedures.
- Assist with Operator/Utility tasks.
- Safely perform injection mold changes and machine start-ups in proper sequence and within time standards.
- Comply with all SPI requirements for Personal Protective Equipment (hard hats, heat gloves/sleeves, steel-toed shoes, eye protection, etc.).
- Perform lockout/tagout per requirements and safely operate equipment such as cranes, side load systems, hot runner controllers, etc. per standard work procedures.
- Troubleshoot basic machine and equipment problems.
- Troubleshoot basic robot problems.
- Demonstrate basic knowledge of mold construction and function and assist in initial troubleshooting process.
- Perform basic Robot End-Of-Arm-Tooling maintenance and repair.
- Complete machine process adjustments within prescribed limits to ensure product meets specifications.
- Identify non-standard work and machine conditions that are potential safety concerns and take appropriate action.
- Effectively communicate and advise on product and production concerns with peers on other shifts.
- Assist supervisor in managing shift activities and training of operators, utilities, and other mold techs.
- Complete daily production paperwork.
- Utilize Summit Lean Manufacturing Systems principles to monitor inventory, schedule, and run production.
- Follow general housekeeping principles.
- Assist with giving Operator/Utility breaks.
- Assist, as needed, in the grinding of runners and scrap parts.
Requirements
Training progression: The Mold Tech position is a progressive position requiring diligent completion of training requirements over 3 levels within prescribed time frames to achieve fully qualified status.
- Level 1 Side Load – Completed within 5 weeks of placement in position. Under direct supervision: safely perform a side load mold change and basic quality tasks; complete training modules and tests as outlined in the Mold Tech Training Progression Checklist for Level 1 Side Load.
- Level 1 Top Load – Completed within 2 weeks of completion of Level 1 Side Load (6 weeks after hire). Under direct supervision: safely perform a top load mold change using a crane; complete training modules and tests as outlined for Level 1 Top Load.
- Level 2 – Completed within 18 weeks of completion of Level 1 Top Load (24 weeks after hire). Under general supervision: safely and efficiently perform both side load and top load set-ups meeting time requirements; perform full start-up with required checks and documentation; perform limited troubleshooting and make adjustments if required; complete training modules and tests as outlined for Level 2.
- Level 3 – Completed within 54 weeks of completion of Level 2 (18 months after hire). Under general supervision: meet all Mold Tech Level 3 requirements; complete training modules and tests as outlined for Level 3.
Required knowledge, skills, and abilities:
- Agreement to complete all required post‑hire training modules within specified time frame.
- Minimum score in the 50th percentile on the DAT Mechanical Reasoning Test.
- Minimum score of
- . For training progression maybe also list.
We need to preserve all substantive information; do not invent or summarize away detail. So we need to include all details from the posting, but we can format them as lists.
We need to remove duplicated lines. There may be duplicated lines like "Agreement to complete all post-hire required training." appears twice? At end of disclaimer and also in Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities. We'll keep only one occurrence.
We need to remove boilerplate like disclaimer. Also remove "Job Description JOB TITLE: Mold Technician 1 FLSASTATUS: Non Exempt Mold Technician 2 Mold Technician 3 REPORTS TO: Supervisor, Manufacturing (Molding)" maybe we keep the summary but not the metadata like Job ID etc. The instruction says do NOT put Job ID / requisition numbers as headings — fold minor metadata into a short
- . For requirements list also