Set Up Technician (PIM) - 2nd Shift na Smith & Wesson

Who We Are

Since 1852 Smith & Wesson has empowered Americans with the freedom, equality, and security promised by the Declaration of Independence and guaranteed by the Bill of Rights. It is this sense of safety and security that frees us to pursue our goals and dreams, define our future, and fulfill the promise of America.

Benefits

Health, Dental & Vision

Prescription Drug Coverage

Employee Assistance Program

Group Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Investment 401K Plan & Profit Sharing

Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid Vacation, Holidays & Winter Shutdown

Tuition Assistance Program

Employee Product Discounts

Service Awards

Scope:

Responsible for removal and installation of molds, preparing equipment for next job

Schedule: 

2nd shift

Education and Experience:

• High School/GED, Degree requirements, prior experience preferred, but not required
• 1 year of injection molding experience

Competencies and Skills:

• Technical aptitude, can properly use all required hand tools and fork truck
• Able to follow safe tool handling procedures
• Continuous improvement, positive / can-do attitude
• Strong commitment to quality, productivity and team performance in the workplace
• Solid interpersonal and communication skills
• Must be Fluent in English

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Set up molds in molding department
• Clean molds, blow out water lines, protect from rusting, and move to proper areas
• Clean work area of previous materials and tooling and forward paperwork to PC
• Pull paperwork for next job
• Hang mold; ensure proper set up for knockout, clamp
• Ensure all materials are properly ready and set up, including resin, packaging, and secondary equipment
• Break operators as needed
• Housekeeping as needed
• Other projects as directed by supervisor or management

NOTE: This list presents only the principal duties of the position and is not intended to be comprehensive. The duties and responsibilities listed above may be changed or supplemented at any time in accordance with business needs and conditions.

Physical Demands:

• Works in a manufacturing environment
• Able to lift and move up to 25 pounds occasionally

• Able to stand, sit, stoop, squat and walk

NOTE: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment and Personal Protective Equipment:

Within any of our facilities, employees may be exposed to manufacturing noise, airborne liquid chemicals, fine particulate dust, ambient temperatures, and industrial lighting. Work environment is similar to most manufacturing and distribution operations. May be exposed to excessive noise, temperatures, hazards associated with working around moving machinery, work in confined quarters, exposure to vibrations and shop lighting, continuous exposure to hot temperatures, may be humid, odors, dust, continuous exposure to mechanical hazards, and occasional exposure to chemical hazards.

The following Personal Protective Equipment is required:

• Safety glasses with side shields and hearing protection required when on manufacturing floor

The use of additional personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required when a job task(s) is being completed in or around your assigned department or in another department, this includes safety eyewear, hearing protection, and safety footwear.

Updated 10/27/2025