Molding Lead-1st Shift

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Auburn, IN, US Until 9/30/2026 3+ years exp First posted August 1, 2026 Last posted August 1, 2026
Job description

Molding Lead-1st Shift

Company:  Rieke LLC

Primary Location:  500 W 7th Street, Auburn, IN 46706 USA

Workplace Type: On-site

Employment Type: Hourly | Full-Time

Function:  Product / Distribution Support

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled

Main Duties & Responsibilities
We are looking for an experienced Plastic Injection Mold Setter/Processor with proven experience in safely completing mold set-ups and processing to produce quality products. This person will work in a high volume, fast paced environment. while also leading a team.
This position is for 1st Shift 6am-2pm with some weekends. 
Main Duties & Responsibilities
Ensure that safe practices are followed on a daily basis by following all safety procedures.
Ensure injection molding machines, auxiliary equipment and associated automated systems are set to regulation parameters, are producing product that meets quality standards and all production goals.
Set up and start up molding machines.  Check product with calipers, optical comparators, and other testing methods and devices.
Monitor and troubleshoot processing problems, perform preventive maintenance tasks, and document process changes.
Understand the importance of reducing material scrap to protect our environment and reduce costs.
Provide feedback on mold design and assist Tool and Die Makers to dial in each mold for optimal cycle time and quality

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.

One or more years in a leadership role.
Three (3) to five (5) years of plastic injection mold processing experience from mold setting through successful processing.
Must have experience with lock out tag out.
Must have experience with calipers, indicating micrometers, and reading inspection specs.
Hands on experience with high volume injection molding.
Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.
Troubleshooting ability is required.
Experience in Injection Molding Tooling and/or Maintenance is preferred.
Previous Paulson Training is a plus.

Benefits

Benefit offerings include Medical Insurance and Prescription Drugs, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability Insurance (for eligible employees), Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Paid Time Off (may include vacation and sick time), Retirement Program, and Other Voluntary Benefits.

About this role

Summary

Lead injection molding operations and team, troubleshoot processing, ensure quality and safety.

Job title

Molding Lead-1st Shift

Experience level

3-5 years

Minimum experience

3+ years exp

Industry

manufacturing

Location requirements

must be on-site in Auburn, IN, USA; possibly remote work not allowed

Salary

Not specified

Management role

Yes

Skills & keywords

Required skills

safety proceduresmachine setupcaliperstroubleshootingteam leadership

Preferred skills

injection molding toolingPaulson Training

Specializations

plastic injection moldingmachine setupquality inspectionteam leadership
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Auburn, IN, USA

On-site City