How to hire a lead die molder

How to hire a lead die molder, step by step

Here's a step-by-step lead die molder hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a lead die molder job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new lead die molder
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you start hiring a lead die molder, identify what type of worker you actually need. Certain positions might call for a full-time employee, while others can be done by a part-time worker or contractor.

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   You should also consider the ideal background you'd like them a lead die molder to have before you start to hire. For example, what industry or field would you like them to have experience in, what level of seniority or education does the job require, and how much it'll cost to hire a lead die molder that fits the bill.

   This list presents lead die molder salaries for various positions.

   Type of Lead Die Molder	Description	Hourly rate
   Lead Die Molder	Metal and plastic machine workers set up and operate machines that cut, shape, and form metal and plastic materials or pieces.	$13-37
   Composite Technician	A composite technician specializes in producing and repairing composite materials, ensuring quality and efficiency. Their responsibilities include coordinating with engineers and specialists, studying designs and diagrams, operating machines and equipment, and developing strategies to optimize workflow... Show more	$12-20
   Plastics Seasoner Operator	Plastics seasoner operators do not need an education beyond a high school diploma or GED, but they do need experience with plastic parts, hand tools, excess materials, and RAN. Those who choose this career path will tend dry houses, cell dryers, or drying ovens that remove solvent contaminants from plastics... Show more	$12-23

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Aluminum
   • Stamping Dies
   • Continuous Improvement

   Responsibilities:

   • Manage and supervise all regulations of NYC DEP, NYS DOL, OSHA and USEPA.
   • Collect final air clearances for asbestos abatement project completion.
   • Preheat die sections with torch, change shoot rod, fix hose if needed.Operate ladle and lock out, tag out.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your lead die molder job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. A lead die molder salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, lead die molders' average salary in kansas is 46% less than in california.
   • Seniority. Entry-level lead die molders earn 62% less than senior-level lead die molders.
   • Certifications. A lead die molder with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in a lead die molder's salary.

   Average lead die molder salary

   $48,357yearly

   $23.25 hourly rate

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   Entry-level lead die molder salary

   $29,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 28, 2025

4. Writing a lead die molder job description

   A lead die molder job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. To help get you started, here's an example of a lead die molder job description:

   Lead die molder job description example

   This position is responsible for daily activities of Molding Operators, including the training (TWI) of
   Molding personnel and performing verifications of startup inspections on the molding floor.
   
   ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS PERFORMED
   
   1. Helps coordinate the daily activities of Molding Operators, this includes training (TWI), performing
   
   verifications of startups inspections on the molding floor, and providing feedback to Operators.
   
   2. Performs training responsibilities with Procedures, Startup Inspections, Molding Orientation
   
   Training, TWI Elements.
   
   3. Ensures all materials, tooling, documentation and measurement equipment are available and
   
   accurate for production.
   
   4. Ensures all documentation is properly completed and filed.
   
   5. Ensures the following operational tasks are completed for Line clearance, Start-up dimensions,
   
   and Hourly inspections.
   
   6. Communicates with Molding Operators, Technicians, other Leads, supervisor and management
   
   concerning work related and other matters.
   
   7. Ensures that Good Manufacturing Practices are being complied with by confirming that all
   
   procedures and specifications are met.
   
   8. Provides feedback to employees, assigns work and ensures the proper and efficient completion
   
   of assignments and processes.
   
   9. In the supervisor's absence, may provide work direction to employees.
   
   10. Gives feedback and input to the Supervisor for the employee's performance evaluation.
   
   11. Determines when molded parts are/aren't in conformance and whether to run or shut down.
   
   12. Performs other related duties and tasks, as required.
   
   ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS
   
   * Lifting -- Not to exceed 50 lbs. -- local practice may apply.
   * Writing
   * Sitting
   * Standing
   * Bending
   * Vision
   * Color perception
   * Depth perception
   * Reading
   * Field of vision/peripheral
   * Fine motor skills
   
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   * Noise
   * Chemical vapors
   
   SUMMARY OF MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
   
   * Education equivalent to a high school diploma.
   * Five years of related work experience, with a minimum of two years in molding, one year of
   
   related leadership experience preferred.
   
   * Ability to read and understand written instructions.
   * Ability to follow and give oral instructions.
   * Ability to learn about and remember key information about parts molded in the department.
   * Ability to determine when a part is or isn't in conformance and whether to run or shut down.
   * Good manual dexterity and the ability to perform manual tasks requiring some fine motor skills.
   * Demonstrated effective communication and human relation skills.
   * Ability to effectively coordinate the daily work activities of personnel and provide performance
   
   feedback to supervisor.
   
   Demonstrated computer skills preferably spreadsheets, word processing, database and other
   
   applicable software programs.
   
   COMPETENCIES
   
   * Safety compliance
   * GMP auditing
   * Personnel training
   * Material/equipment documentation
   * Process auditing
   * Molding documentation
   
   COMMENTS
   
   "Must be vaccinated against COVID-19, unless otherwise prohibited by applicable law. You must have received your first dose of COVID-19 vaccination by your first day of employment, and for two-dose COVID-19 vaccines, you must receive your second dose within thirty days of your first day of employment. Merit will consider exemption requests in accordance with federal, state, and local laws."
   
   Infectious Control Risk Category III:
   
   The risk category explains whether or not employees are likely to come into contact with blood or body
   
   fluids while performing their jobs. Risk category III states employment and procedures that do not require
   
   exposure.
   
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   At Merit Medical, our mission is to create innovative medical devices that improve lives. Our goal is to hire and develop people who want to build something special through hard work, team effort, and commitment. Together, we are making a difference in the lives of patients around the world.
   
   As an eligible Merit employee, you can expect the following:
   
   * Multiple Shifts and Hours to choose from: Days, Swing (Eve), and Nights
   * Medical/Dental & Other Insurances (eligible the first of month after 30 days)
   * No Cost Onsite Dental Clinic | Low Cost Onsite Medical Clinic
   * Two (2) Onsite Cafeterias
   * Employee Garden | Gardening Classes
   * 3 Weeks' Vacation | 1 Week Sick-Time | Paid Holidays
   * 401K | Health Savings Account
   
   To see more on our culture, go to www.merit.com/careers.
   
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5. Post your job

   To find lead die molders for your business, try out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important talent pools for any company is its current employees.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and your current work to ask if they know any lead die molders they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit entry-level lead die molders with the right educational background.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter have more than 3.5 billion users, and they're a great place for company branding and reaching potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your lead die molder job on Zippia to find and recruit lead die molder candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit lead die molders, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

   You should also ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match the ideal candidate profile you developed earlier. Candidates good enough for the next step can complete the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new lead die molder

   Once you've found the lead die molder candidate you'd like to hire, it's time to write an offer letter. This should include an explicit job offer that includes the salary and the details of any other perks. Qualified candidates might be looking at multiple positions, so your offer must be competitive if you like the candidate. Also, be prepared for a negotiation stage, as candidates may way want to tweak the details of your initial offer. Once you've settled on these details, you can draft a contract to formalize your agreement.

   It's also good etiquette to follow up with applicants who don't get the job by sending them an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   To prepare for the new employee's start date, you can create an onboarding schedule and complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9 forms, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Human Resources should also ensure that a new employee file is created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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