Mold Technician

Mold Technician – 2nd Shift

This hands-on technical role focuses on setting up, starting, operating, and shutting down injection molding machines on 2nd shift. You will perform mold changes, lockout/tagout procedures, machine start-ups, mold setting, and material handling while ensuring that machines, molds, and related equipment operate safely, efficiently, and reliably in a high-volume plastic injection molding environment.

Responsibilities

• Set up, start up, operate, and shut down injection molding machines on 2nd shift according to established procedures.
• Perform mold changes and mold setups, including installing, securing, and removing molds safely and efficiently.
• Execute lockout/tagout procedures to ensure safe maintenance and setup of molding equipment.
• Handle materials for molding operations, including loading, unloading, and staging materials as needed.
• Monitor machines, molds, and auxiliary equipment to ensure proper operation and product quality throughout the shift.
• Troubleshoot basic molding and machine issues and perform minor mechanical adjustments and maintenance repairs as required.
• Use overhead cranes safely to move molds and heavy tooling in and out of machines.
• Enter and revise molding press programming as needed, using adequate visual acuity and attention to detail.
• Follow all safety standards and meet physical requirements, including lifting, bending, and working around magnetic fields.
• Participate in and complete Mold Technician Level 1, 2, and 3 training within specified timelines.
• Support continuous improvement and kaizen initiatives by maintaining an organized work area and identifying opportunities for process improvement.
• Work overtime as needed, typically 5–10+ hours per week, to support production demands in an automotive manufacturing environment.

Essential Skills

• At least 1 year of injection molding experience in a production environment.
• At least 1 year of mold setting experience, including mold changes and mold setup.
• At least 1 year of material handling experience related to molding operations.
• At least 1 year of overhead crane experience for moving molds and tooling.
• Experience with machine operation and machine setup in a plastic injection molding setting.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to perform basic troubleshooting and maintenance repairs.
• Ability to complete Mold Technician Level 1 training within 7 days of starting, Level 2 within 90 days, and Level 3 within 180 days.
• Ability to achieve a minimum score of 16 on the Wonderlic Personnel Test.
• Capability to meet the physical requirements of the role, including standing and walking for the entire shift, repeatedly lifting up to 60 pounds, and repeated bending and lifting.
• Ability to wear steel-toed footwear and work safely around a magnetic field.
• Adequate visual acuity to enter and revise molding press programming accurately.
• Ability to meet requirements for obtaining a crane license.
• Capability to exert up to 150 foot-pounds on a torque wrench.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 1–2+ years of experience in a plastic injection molding environment is preferred.
• Experience with injection mold tooling, mold setup, and general machine operation.
• Experience in troubleshooting molding processes and mechanical issues.
• Familiarity with continuous improvement and kaizen practices.
• Willingness to take a skills test to determine placement as Mold Technician Level I, II, or III.
• Interest in completing molding certifications, with support for enrollment after converting to a direct position.

Why Work Here?

You will join a people-first culture that values training, development, and continuous improvement. The role offers structured progression through Mold Technician Levels 1–3, with clear timelines and support to complete training and earn certifications. You can increase your pay as you advance levels, and shift premiums reward off-shift work. The organization provides great benefits and PTO, supports employees by paying for molding certifications after going direct, and offers regular employee events that foster a strong sense of community.

You will benefit from a stable automotive manufacturing environment with opportunities for overtime,…