Mold Repair Technician

Mold Repair Technician

The Mold Repair Technician tests, inspects, troubleshoots, and repairs faulty or damaged tooling and molds used in plastics injection molding operations. This role focuses on maintaining and improving tooling performance within production machines, executing engineering changes, and supporting the overall reliability of the plants molding processes. The technician also plays a key role in mentoring apprentices and sharing expertise across all facets of mold making.

• Test and inspect tooling and molds to identify faults, damage, and performance issues.
• Troubleshoot and repair faulty or damaged tooling to restore proper function and ensure production quality.
• Repair tooling directly within machines on the plant floor, minimizing downtime and maintaining production schedules.
• Perform corrections and engineering changes to molds as requested by production and tooling leadership.
• Analyze drawings, sketches, and design data of parts to determine tool specifications, tolerances, and repair requirements.
• Conduct preventive maintenance on tooling and related equipment to reduce the likelihood of unexpected failures.
• Operate machines and tools necessary for mold repair and maintenance in a safe and efficient manner.
• Interpret blueprints and technical documentation to guide repair, modification, and maintenance activities.
• Teach, guide, and mentor apprentices through all facets of mold making, repair, and maintenance.
• Collaborate with production and maintenance teams to address tooling issues and improve mold performance.
• Document repair work, modifications, and maintenance activities to support traceability and continuous improvement.
• Follow safety procedures and use appropriate personal protective equipment while working in the facility.

• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to work with complex tooling and molds.
• Hands-on experience with troubleshooting mechanical and tooling issues in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in machine operating related to mold repair and maintenance.
• Ability to perform maintenance and repair tasks on tooling and associated equipment.
• Skill in reading and interpreting blueprints, drawings, sketches, and design data.
• Capability to analyze part designs to determine tool specifications and tolerances.
• 4 to 10 years of related experience and/or training in mold repair or tooling.
• Journeyman or Master craftsman certification in a relevant trade, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Understanding of preventive maintenance practices for tooling and machinery.
• Ability to guide and instruct apprentices in mold making and repair techniques.

• Experience working with plastics injection molding tooling and equipment.
• Familiarity with engineering changes and modifications to molds to support production needs.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with multiple machines and priorities.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality, precise repairs.
• Effective communication skills for collaborating with production, tooling, and maintenance teams.
• Ability to maintain organized work practices in a clean and structured facility.
• Willingness to work assigned shifts, including afternoon or overnight schedules.

Employees join a well-organized and clean manufacturing facility that values craftsmanship, technical expertise, and continuous learning. The environment supports professional growth through hands-on experience with a wide range of injection molding equipment and opportunities to mentor and develop apprentices. Team members benefit from a culture that emphasizes safety, collaboration, and pride in maintaining high-quality tooling and reliable…