Mold Setup Technician
Who We Are
On July 1, 2025, IPL Plastics merged with Schoeller Allibert to form IPL Schoeller (the ‘company’). The Company’s operations are split across North America (11 manufacturing plants) and Europe (16 manufacturing plants).
The company is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland. IPL Schoeller is a leading manufacturer of sustainable rigid packaging solutions across a range of end market segments including returnable transit packaging, consumer and industrial packaging, environmental containers and agricultural packaging. The company employs c.4,100 employees across North America (1,600 employees) and Europe (2,500 employees.)
The role
As a Mold Setup Technician at IPL you will:
1 Set up and removal of molds, prepare molds for production startup and perform insert change overs for production.
2 Perform preventive mold maintenance as per instruction and assigned intervals.
3 Inspect mold for defects and document part quality issues.
4 Assist with off-line bi-annual preventive mold maintenance and required mold services
5 Assist with any in process troubleshooting and mold repairs.
6 Do general housekeeping around the presses and maintain safe work environment.
7 Maintain cleanliness, safety and functionality of mold components, tools and equipment.
8 Maintain plastic injection molds and equipment is in optimal running condition.
9 Work independent with strong technical knowledge and good communication skills.
10 Responsible for following all internal and OSHA required safety procedures.
11 Read, use and interpret measuring devices, gauges and inspection tools.
12 Position, set and secure mold into molding machine, connect or disconnect mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic connections.
13 Following all Lock Out/Tag Out rules and work instructions.
14 Keep own and adjacent work area clean.
15 Other related job tasks or responsibilities as assigned.
What you will bring to the role:
MINIMUM EDUCATION: High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
PREFERRED EDUCATION: Mechanical Technology
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: At least 3 or more years of experience in a technical, hands-on position, experience working on plastic injection molds.
REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE: N/A
QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
If you have the above experience and are looking for a role where you can make a real difference, apply today to find out more!