Set Up Technician - 2nd Shift

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CRH’s Oldcastle Infrastructure is seeking a Set Up Technician for 2nd shift in Hector, MN. The role installs and removes molds and lines for molding machines, maintains molds, and rigs them for installation using an overhead crane and forklift. You’ll follow procedures for water and hydraulic lines, nozzles and heat blocks, maintain cleanliness, and uphold safety and quality standards. Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, ability to read work orders and labels, good computer skills, physical stamina, and the ability to lift up to 40 lbs; forklift, crane, and lockout/tagout certifications or the ability to obtain them. Pay is $26-$30/hr with benefits and a strong growth mindset within CRH. Tips: tailor your resume to emphasize mold setup experience, PM knowledge, safety, and teamwork; apply online and keep your profile complete.

Job ID: 525705

Non-Exempt

Oldcastle, a CRH company, is reinventing what's possible in building solutions. We are the leading provider of innovative outdoor living products and utility infrastructure solutions for the water, energy, and communications markets throughout North America. We're a trusted and strategic partner to engineers, contractors, distributors, specifiers, retailers, and homeowners alike as the manufacturer of precast concrete, polymer concrete, and plastic infrastructure products. Our portfolio of brands includes Oldcastle APG, Oldcastle Infrastructure, Belgard® hardscape, Echelon® Masonry, RDI® railing, Catalyst™ Fence Solutions, Sakrete® packaged concrete, Amerimix® mortar, Pebble Technology International® pool finishes, and Techniseal® sands and sealant technologies.

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Job Summary

The Set Up Technician will Install and remove molds and lines/fixtures for molding machines, as well as maintain the condition of the molds and molding equipment.

Job Responsibilities

• Know where the 1st aid room, eye wash stations and emergency exits are located

• Understand the function of the plant. (Example: moving robotic arms, forklift traffic etc.)

• Maintain production and quality standards
• Follow all safety rules, work instructions, and work order processes
• Perform all duties in a safe manner 
• Report and correct any safety issues or conditions
• Follow set procedures for installing molds into machines, including but not limited to: connection of water and hydraulic lines, installation of nozzles and heat blocks, clamping/fastening molds
• Cleans and repairs molding nozzles
• Wire heater bands together 
• Installs and/or removes inserts for molds as scheduled
• Rigs molds for removal from, and installation into machines 
• Transports molds in facility via use of overhead crane and forklift 
• Maintain cleanliness, safety, and functionality of mold components and tools
• Have knowledge in set up processes of multiple styles of molds, PM requirements, basics of mold design and the ability to teach others this knowledge when applicable. 
• Performs other duties as assigned by management

Job Requirements 

• High School diploma or equivalent, preferred

• Further education in manufacturing is a plus

• Must have good computer skills and willing to learn to new applications

• Ability to direct a team in an effective manner

• Ability to perform physical demands: walking, climbing stairs/ladders, standing, bending, stretching, using hands and fingers to hold, grasp, push, and lift

• Must have good teamwork/communication skills

• Ability to read the work orders and labels and understand ALL of its contents

• Ability to work with little direct supervision

• Have or ability to obtain forklift certification

• Have or ability to obtain crane certification

• Have or ability to obtain lock out/tag out certification

• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs 

Compensation

• The hourly pay rate is $26-$30/hr

• 401(k) plan​ / group retirement savings program​
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits​​
• Life insurance​
• Health, dental, and vision insurance​
• Paid time off ​
• Paid holidays

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Oldcastle Infrastructure, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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