Machine setter and shift supervisor Tobias Höhn takes care of quality controls on 60 injection moulding machines in the production halls in Rapperswil-Jona (CH). An early shift in pictures.
It never gets boring because every machine is different.
Shortly before 5 a.m., Tobias Höhn starts his early shift in Rapperswil-Jona. As a machine setter on the production line for components in drainage lines, he checks for any malfunctions, which machines need to be retooled and how many employees are available.He and his team are responsible for the smooth operation of 60 injection moulding machines.At around 7 a.m. it’s time for a little refreshment in the break room.This is followed by the Puls meeting, where departments exchange information on productivity, rejects and machine malfunctions.Shortly before 9 a.m., a machine reports a problem. “It never gets boring because new challenges arise every day and every machine is different.”At around 10 a.m., an injection moulding machine must be retooled according to plan and equipped with a new injection mould. Using the indoor crane, Tobias Höhn carefully lifts the mould, which weighs several tonnes, into the air.10.45 a.m.: the final steps are taken and everything is clamped in place.After the changeover, the first sample inspection is carried out on the test bench. All angles, lengths, thicknesses and diameters must meet exact specifications before the fitting can be used on the building site.12 noon: shortly before the end of his shift, Tobias Höhn looks at the personnel planning. He has been shift supervisor since the start of 2025. “The company invests in its employees, this is something I really appreciate.”
