Die Setter/Mold Set Up Technician - Midnight Shift
Listed on 2026-07-19
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Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing & Industrial Operations, Manufacturing Engineer, Assembly, Production Associate / Production Line
Job Description
Come join an established company in Aurora - Good pay & benefits. Direct hire.
Manufacturer of thermoformed disposable plastic packaging seeks a full-time Die Setter / Mold Set up Technician. This is a direct hire position (no staffing agencies involved).
Job Description
A Tool Assembler/Set up Technician is a key role in our manufacturing process, responsible for the assembly, installation and first run/hand off of all changeovers on our production lines.
A Tool Assembler will:
- Follow technical instructions and set up assembly procedures to install tool in thermoforming press
- Visually inspect all tool and machine parts for wear and defect and report issues to management
- Test finished products before handoff to shift supervisor
- Troubleshoot tool/die and machine issues in manufacturing setting
- Complete setups efficiently to minimize downtime on production lines
Requirement
A successful Tool Assembler/Set up Technician will have strong mechanical skills, excellent hand-eye coordination, along with good physical fitness and strength to lift and operate heavy equipment and parts.
You must have a strong work ethic, references that will confirm this and understand English.
Previous experience in Set up or tool installation within a manufacturing facility is highly recommended.
Must have ability to work overtime and Saturdays.
About the company
Founded in 1962 in Detroit, DFI is a privately held, debt-free, midsized manufacturer that has not had a layoff in its history. We have five manufacturing locations.
Benefits:
- Pay rate is $22.00 - $26.00 based on experience
- Eligible for overtime pay after 40 hours.
- Medical/dental/vision/prescription insurance available.
- 401K plan with a company contribution.
- Life insurance & disability compensation.
- Paid holidays, vacations & sick days.
Shifts available:
- 3rd (11:30p-7:30a)
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Night shift
- Overnight shift
- Overtime
- Weekend availability
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