Set Up Technician

We are looking for a reliable Set Up Technician to support our plastic injection molding operations. In this role, you will be responsible for setting up machines and safely changing molds using overhead cranes and rigging equipment. You will hook up water and hydraulic lines, set up auxiliary tools like dryers and chillers, and prepare raw materials so production runs smoothly without downtime. Working alongside our production and maintenance teams, you will make minor mechanical tweaks, double-check safety features, and keep our workspaces clean and organized. If you have 2 to 4 years of experience with injection molding, good mechanical skills, and a strong eye for safety, this is a great full-time opportunity.

Location: Beamsville, ON
Position Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive Hourly Rate ($28-36/hr based on experience)
Schedule: 12-Hour Continental Shift Rotation

Advantages
Advantages:
Stable, full-time employment with an established global manufacturer.
Predictable, well-structured schedule via a 12-hour continental shift rotation.
Inclusive work environment prioritizing safety, continuous improvement, and skill development.
Competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits program.

Responsibilities
Responsibilities:
Mold Set-Up & Changeovers: Execute safe and timely mold installations and removals using overhead cranes and proper rigging practices. Connect hydraulics, water lines, thermolators, and auxiliary units according to setup sheets. Verify alignment and safety interlocks prior to startup.
Machine & Line Preparation: Configure molding equipment and auxiliaries (dryers, loaders, chillers) for upcoming production runs. Conduct material changeovers and verify mold protection settings and cleanliness standards.
Technical Collaboration: Partner directly with Process Technicians to prep machinery for startup, ensuring proper documentation and setup logs are completed.
Inspection & Maintenance Support: Inspect molds, clamps, and utility connections during changeovers. Assist with minor mechanical adjustments, maintain organized mold storage areas, and report tooling issues.
Continuous Improvement & Safety: Maintain strict adherence to safety protocols, crane operations, and 5S standards while actively working to optimize changeover times.
Personal Attributes: High attention to detail, strong commitment to workplace safety, and the physical capacity to manage lifting, bending, and mold handling on a 12-hour shift rotation.

Qualifications
Qualifications:
Experience: 2–4 years of hands-on experience performing mold changes and setups on plastic injection molding machines.
Technical Skills: Strong mechanical aptitude with demonstrated capability operating overhead cranes, rigging equipment, and reading basic setup/tooling documentation.
Equipment Knowledge: Familiarity with molding auxiliary units including dryers, thermolators, and chillers.
Education & Certifications: High School Diploma (OSSD or equivalent). Forklift and/or overhead crane certifications are considered strong assets.
Personal Attributes: High attention to detail, strong commitment to workplace safety, and the physical capacity to manage lifting, bending, and mold handling on a 12-hour shift rotation.

Summary
If this is something you would be interested in please submit your application or email your resume to Aime Nodwell @ [email protected]

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

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