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OTTO Engineering

Injection Mold Maker

Carpentersville, IL · On-site

$26 - $32/hr

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 ...

OTTO Engineering

Injection Mold Maker

Carpentersville, IL · On-site

$26 - $32/hr

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 ...

OTTO Engineering

Injection Mold Maker

Carpentersville, IL · On-site

$26 - $32/hr

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 ...

Aerotek

Injection Mold Technician

Buffalo Grove, IL

$25 - $40/hr

Maintain a clean and organized workspace by following 5S standards on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis. * Load validated master cycle parameters into injection molding machines at each startup to ...

WELLMEI MOLD

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Market Development Manager - Injection Mold/Injection Molding

Abbott Park, IL · Remote

$80K - $120K/yr (+ commission)

Establish and maintain relationships with key decision-makers, including purchasing, sourcing, engineering, and project management teams. * Promote Wellmei's injection mold manufacturing and plastic ...

Adecco

Injection Mold Setup Technician

Wheeling, IL · On-site

$25 - $35/hr

Join Adecco's team as an Injection Mold Setup Technician at a leading manufacturing facility in ... Collaborate closely with team members to maintain a safe, efficient workflow and uphold safety ...

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How much do injection mold maintenance jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for injection mold maintenance in Chicago, IL is $31.68, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $28.22 and $35.14 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an injection mold maintenance?

An Injection Mold Maintenance job involves inspecting, repairing, and maintaining injection molds to ensure they function correctly in the production process. Responsibilities include cleaning molds, replacing worn components, troubleshooting defects, and performing preventative maintenance to prevent downtime. Technicians work with various tools and machinery to keep molds in optimal condition. This role is essential for maintaining quality and efficiency in injection molding operations.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of an injection mold maintenance?

A typical day in Injection Mold Maintenance often involves inspecting molds for wear or damage, performing routine preventative maintenance, and conducting repairs or part replacements as needed. You might also be responsible for disassembling, cleaning, and reassembling molds, as well as documenting maintenance activities in a computerized system. Teamwork is important, as you frequently coordinate with production supervisors, machine operators, and quality assurance teams to minimize downtime and ensure product quality. This dynamic environment offers the opportunity to continuously develop your technical skills and take on greater responsibilities over time.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in injection mold maintenance?

To thrive in Injection Mold Maintenance, you need strong mechanical aptitude, experience with mold repair and preventative maintenance, and a high school diploma or technical certification in a related field. Familiarity with tools such as CNC machines, grinders, and micrometers, as well as maintenance management systems, is typically required. Attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work well both independently and on a team are vital soft skills. These abilities ensure reliable mold performance, minimize production downtime, and contribute to efficient manufacturing operations.

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Injection Mold Maker

OTTO Engineering

Carpentersville, IL

$26 - $32/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 17 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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