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Full Time Injection Mold Maintenance Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Maintain quality standards and ensure all products meet specifications * Troubleshoot any issues that may arise during the injection molding process * Train and develop staff to maximize efficiency ...

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Columbus, OH · On-site

$32 - $36/hr

Maintain, clean, troubleshoot, and repair injection molds * Perform mold adjustments, modifications, and complex repairs * Diagnose molding issues and support production efficiency * Inspect parts to ...

Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment * Communicate equipment issues or breakdowns ... This is a Full-Time | Direct Hire * Pay Rate is $58,5240 - $72,800 per year, based on experience

Injection Mold Maker OTTO's opportunity: Our Injection Mold Maker is responsible for fabrication of ... Responsible for maintaining and fabrication of molds for the molding department. * Assist in ...

Injection Mold Maker OTTO's opportunity: Our Injection Mold Maker is responsible for fabrication of ... Responsible for maintaining and fabrication of molds for the molding department. * Assist in ...

Inspect, clean, and perform routine maintenance on injection molds according to scheduled intervals. * Troubleshoot and repair damaged or worn mold components, including cavities, cores, slides ...

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How much do full time injection mold maintenance jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for full time injection mold maintenance in the United States is $30.75, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $27.40 and $34.13 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Injection Mold Maintenance vs Full Time Injection Mold Setup Technician?

AspectFull Time Injection Mold MaintenanceFull Time Injection Mold Setup Technician
CertificationsTypically requires mold maintenance certifications, mechanical skillsRequires mold setup and machine operation certifications
Work EnvironmentMaintenance shops, production floors, focused on repairs and upkeepProduction lines, focused on mold setup and changeovers
Job FocusMaintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting moldsSetting up molds, preparing machines for production runs
Industry UsageCommon in manufacturing plants, plastics industryCommon in injection molding facilities, plastics manufacturing

While both roles are essential in injection molding, Full Time Injection Mold Maintenance focuses on repairing and maintaining molds to ensure smooth operation, whereas Full Time Injection Mold Setup Technicians prepare molds and machines for production runs. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus.

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Infographic showing various Full Time Injection Mold Maintenance job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 42% Full Time, 51% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $63,970 per year, or $30.8 per hour.
Injection Mold Maker

Injection Mold Maker

OTTO Engineering

Carpentersville, IL

$26 - $32/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 25 days ago


Job description

Injection Mold Maker

OTTO's opportunity:

Our Injection Mold Maker is responsible for fabrication of Injection Molding tooling.

Specifically, the Injection Mold Maker will:

  • Keep a clean and safe work area.
  • Understanding of tool steels and production materials.
  • Understanding of Molding tool room equipment.
  • Knowledge of piece part inspection to quality specifications.
  • Capable of working from blueprints and/or CAD models to construct, alter, or repair tooling.
  • Responsible for maintaining and fabrication of molds for the molding department.
  • Assist in preventative maintenance for molds in the molding department.
  • Assist in the design of piece parts for manufacturability.
  • Basic understanding of operation of injection molding.
  • Assist in ordering supplies in the molding tool room.
  • Assist with communication of customers.
  • Assist with on time delivery.
  • Assist with other related duties as required or assigned.

What you'll need to bring to the table:

  • Complete OTTO apprenticeship, or 5 years' experience with Mold making/repair.
  • Knowledgeable of injection molding tool design.
  • Proficient in the use of CAD.
  • Able to run CNC & EDM machines.
  • Knowledgeable in the use of Surface Grinders and Mills.
  • Blueprint reading skills.
  • Sound inspection skills.
  • Basic computer skills.
  • Ability to lift 50Lbs.
  • Must be available for overtime when needed.

What OTTO offers for this specific position:

The hiring range listed in this posting is what we, in good faith, anticipate relying on when confirming an hourly rate for this position; exceptions may be considered for highly experienced candidates with multiple years of at-level experience.

  • Target hourly hiring range: $26.00 to $32.00 per hour, based on qualifications and experience.
  • Profit Sharing Bonus - OTTO believes that it's fair to share the profits that the employees help to make; profit sharing is distributed to employees twice a year. OTTO's profit sharing plan is paid at the discretion of the company and is not a guaranteed bonus or any part of a compensation plan.
  • Vacation: five days after 30 days of employment and 80 hours at 1 year - vacation time is earned on the anniversary date.

OTTO's Benefits:

Health:

Medical Insurance-

  • HMO Plan
  • Standard PPO Plan
  • Enhanced PPO Plan
  • High Deducible PPO Plan
  • FSA, LFSA, and HSA

Dental Insurance-

  • Base Plan
  • Buy-Up Plan

Vision Insurance

401(k) with a company match

Life insurance:

  • Life/AD&D
  • Voluntary Life/AD&D
  • Short-Term Disability
  • Long-Term Disability

10 paid holidays

Company picnic

Holiday party

AND numerous OTTO celebrations throughout the year!

To review all of OTTO's available opportunities, please visit our career page by clicking on the link below:

https://otto-engineering-inc.breezy.hr/

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Employment Type: FULL_TIME