Mold Installation Technician

Overview

Cavallero Plastics, Inc. is a small, family‑owned business founded in 1964. We specialize in engineering thermoplastics and custom injection‑molding and mold manufacturing. Our core principles are personalized customer service, satisfaction, and quality.

We are seeking a motivated and detail‑oriented Mold Installation Technician to join our manufacturing team. The role involves precise installation, setup, and alignment of molds used in plastics injection‑molding, ensuring efficient and accurate production.

• Know, understand, and follow the written procedures that govern the injection‑molding process.
• Install, align, and secure molds into injection‑molding presses, blow‑molding machines, and extrusion equipment.
• Use hand tools, calipers, micrometers, and precision measuring instruments to verify mold dimensions and alignment.
• Conduct quality inspections on molds and finished products according to specifications and standards.
• Handle materials safely using forklifts and other material‑handling equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and adjustments on molds and related equipment to optimize performance.
• Follow lean‑manufacturing principles to streamline installation processes and reduce waste while maintaining safety standards.
• Maintain required records.
• Perform additional duties as needed.

• Proven mechanical knowledge with experience in plastics injection‑molding.
• Familiarity with programmable logic controllers (PLCs) used in manufacturing automation systems.
• Ability to operate forklifts safely; forklift certification preferred.
• Experience with machining tools such as press‑brake machines, CNC lathes, and other fabrication equipment.
• Strong understanding of quality inspection techniques using calipers, micrometers, and other precision measuring instruments.
• Basic math skills for measurements and calculations related to mold setup and adjustments.
• Prior experience in manufacturing or plastics processing environments is highly desirable.

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

• High school diploma or equivalent (Required).
• 5 years of plastics injection‑molding experience (Required).
• 5 years as a mold technician (Required).
• Forklift certification (Required).

Join us as a Mold Installation Technician and become a vital part of our dynamic manufacturing team! Your expertise will help us produce high‑quality products efficiently while advancing your skills in a fast‑paced industry that values precision, safety, and innovation.