Staff Management | SMX is hiring immediately for Mold Setters! This is a direct hire position with the opportunity to be a key player in the manufacturing and production processes at Heartland Automotive. Associates are eligible for benefits such as medical/dental, 401k and PTO. Applicants with limited experience are welcome and on-the-job training is available. Apply now to start your new career!

Available Shifts:

• 2nd Shift: 2:00pm-10:30pm (potential daily overtime)
• 3rd Shift: 10:00pm-6:30am (potential daily overtime)

Perks & Benefits

• Other on the spot perks
• Paid Training
• Weekly paychecks
• Direct Deposit or Cash Card pay options
• Medical / Dental Insurance
• 401k
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Advancement Opportunities
• $17.00 - $22.50/Hour

Employment Type & Shifts

• Direct Hire
• Full Time
• 2nd Shift
• 3rd Shift

Job Responsibilities

• Check with supervisor for verification of the status of the molds that must be installed or removed during each manufacturing shift.
• Remove molds from press after shutdown is completed.
• Return all molds, fixtures, and auxiliary equipment to their proper storage location in the plant.
• Follows 5S and TS16949 procedures.
• Set all molds and auxiliary equipment per the mold set-up instructions and mold set-up procedure.
• Connects all water lines, hydraulics and electrical connections to all molds and equipment at start-up including terminators, chillers, and other related equipment.
• Connect all knockout and ejector bars as needed.
• Clean all set-up tools, equipment, and any spilled water.
• Follow all safety procedures.
• Efficiently manages time and completing all tasks assigned.
• Reports damage, defects and other issues pertaining to molding non-conformances to supervisors.
• Ensuring the compliance of all company policies and the Occupational Safety and health administration rules (OSHA) while conducting work functions.
• Must be able to adapt to various job requirements in the changing automotive world.
• Must be assigned to other jobs as production needs change.

Qualifications:

• Experience with overhead cranes
• Experience with Microsoft Office is a plus
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as: probability and statistical inference, and ability to apply concepts such as: fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Must have the ability to use micrometers, gauges, and other related equipment.
• Must be able to read and understand work instructions.

Associate Requirements

• HS Diploma or GED
• Background Check
• Able to Lift 50 pounds
• Drug Test
• Stand for Shift Duration
• Must be at least 18 years old

The hourly rate for this position is anticipated between $17.00 - $22.50 per hour. This range is a good-faith estimate, based on the shift you work and other considerations permitted by law. An employee's pay history will not be a contributing factor where prohibited by local law. In addition to monetary compensation, we offer medical, dental, vision, life, and more. More details about benefits can be found at

Staff Management | SMX is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, age, gender identification, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with applicable law. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in the selection process. If you require disability-related accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact your Recruiter or Employee Relations at or 1-800-610-8920. TrueBlue, Inc. and its brands will consult with all applicants who request disability-related accommodation during the recruitment process to ensure that the accommodation provided takes into account the applicant's individual accessibility needs.