Die Setter in Albion, Michigan at Team 1 Plastics

About Team 1 Plastics

Team 1 Plastics is a world-class custom plastic injection-molding company located in Albion, Michigan. For nearly four decades, we’ve partnered with leading global automotive and transportation manufacturers to deliver high-precision plastic components with exceptional quality, speed, and consistency.

Founded in 1987 by three young plastic-engineering entrepreneurs, Team 1 Plastics has grown into a highly automated, technology-driven organization known for its commitment to innovation, reliability, and continuous improvement. Our modern facility operates 24/7 and features advanced robotics, automation, and a full range of injection-molding equipment, giving our team the tools they need to succeed.

Why People Choose to Work at Team 1 Plastics

• Stable, growing company with deep roots in the automotive industry
• Hands-on training and development—we invest in growing talent from within
• Cutting-edge manufacturing environment with robotics and modern systems
• A culture built on teamwork, integrity, and problem-solving
• Opportunities to work with industry-leading customers
• A leadership team that values people as much as performance

Team 1 Plastics continues to expand, upgrade equipment, and evolve with new technologies—and we’re always looking for great people to join our team. If you’re seeking a place where you can build a long-term career, contribute to meaningful projects, and be part of a supportive and forward-thinking culture, you’ll find your place here.

About the role

The Die Setter plays a critical role in supporting efficient and safe manufacturing operations by performing mold changeovers, machine startups, and process adjustments on injection molding equipment. This position is responsible for hanging and removing molds, completing setup and changeover activities, troubleshooting basic process and secondary equipment issues, and helping ensure production schedules, quality standards, and productivity targets are achieved. Responsibilities also include maintaining accurate production documentation, identifying maintenance needs, supporting continuous improvement efforts, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment. If you have strong mechanical aptitude, enjoy hands-on problem solving, and take pride in keeping manufacturing operations running efficiently, this role is a great fit.

This is a second shift position. The standard schedule is Monday-Friday, 2:00 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.

What you'll do

• Hang and remove tools from injection molding machines.
• Shutdown injection molding machines.
• Perform accurate and efficient process changeovers.
• Assist in effectively troubleshooting process and secondary equipment problems.
• Maintain proper documentation of productivity and quality as required.
• Submit work order requests for maintenance issues.
• Determine team assignments.
• Maintain a safe work environment by cleaning up work stations.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• Mechanical aptitude and experience using basic hand tools
• Excellent basic math skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and written.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
• Ability to operate basic technology.
• Ability to work well with others in a fast-paced work environment.
• Willingness to complete training and higher-education courses.

Desired Qualifications

• Completion of outside plastics courses
• Ability to create new setups.
• Strong working knowledge of computers and applications.
• Prior work in a manufacturing environment.