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As a Weld and Production Technician (Welding and Mechanical Assembly), you'll play a direct role in building precision hot runner components that support consistent melt flow, part quality, and reliable production for customers across the plastics industry. You'll work on-site at Mold Masters, a Hillenbrand company, in Georgetown, Ontario. We design and manufacture hot runner systems, temperature controllers, auxiliary injection, and co-injection technologies used by manufacturers worldwide. Your craftsmanship will support disciplined execution, operational excellence, and long-term system performance. The work you do will matter every shift and over the full life of the product.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Build and assemble hot runner manifold components and subassemblies by following engineering drawings, travelers, and Job Instruction Sheets to meet fit, function, and traceability requirements.

• Perform precision / micro weld TIG (gas tungsten arc welding, GTAW) welding and controlled rework for approximately up to 40% of your time, using disciplined heat input and standard methods to protect critical geometry and sealing surfaces.

• Complete production and mechanical assembly work for approximately 60%+ of your time, performing detailed component installation and preparation steps that ensure assemblies meet design intent and perform reliably in service.

• Prepare parts and assemblies through cleaning, deburring, surface preparation, and protection of interfaces to support accurate assembly and downstream processes.

• Confirm revision status, part identification, and setup readiness before starting work, and escalate mismatches or nonconformances through defined quality processes.

• Inspect your own work during and after completion using visual checks and basic measuring tools, and document results to support ISO-controlled traceability.

• Maintain an organized workstation, care for tools and fixtures, and flag quality, capacity, or timing risks early to support continuous improvement.

• Other duties, tasks and responsibilities as assigned.

TEAM:

• You'll work closely with technicians, welders, machinists, and quality partners, sharing information openly when issues arise and helping solve problems at the source. You'll contribute to a respectful, inclusive, and safety-focused environment where collaboration supports Mold Masters' and Hillenbrand's long-term success.

THE EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES NEEDED:

• Hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment performing precision mechanical or production assembly to drawings, work instructions, and defined quality standards.

• TIG (GTAW) welding experience, including heat control, fit-up discipline, and consistent rework without damaging critical surfaces.

• Ability to read and follow engineering drawings, specifications, travelers, and Job Instruction Sheets, including part identification and revision control.

• Experience using common hand tools, fixtures, and basic measuring instruments to verify fit, alignment, and workmanship.

• Strong documentation habits to accurately record completed work, inspections, andrework actions for traceability.

• Practical troubleshooting skills for routine assembly or welding issues, with sound judgment on when to escalate non-standard conditions.

• Commitment to safe work practices, including proper personal protective equipment use and adherence to hot-work and shop safety procedures.

• Ability to manage daily priorities in a production environment and communicate status and risks clearly with teammates.

In accordance withOntario's Working for Workers Act, this position is to fill an existing vacant position.The Company does not currently use artificial intelligence or automated decision-making tools in its Talent Acquisition process.The pay range is$23.61 to $31.63Exact compensation will be based on experience, education and other job-related factors.

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Who we are:

Mold-Masters (www.moldmasters.com) is a leading global supplier of hot runners, controllers, auxiliary injection and co-injection systems. We design, manufacture, distribute, sell and service highly engineered and customized plastic processing equipment that caters to every market. Mold-Masters is a business unit of Hillenbrand.

Hillenbrand (www.hillenbrand.com) is a global industrial company that provides highly engineered, mission-critical processing equipment and solutions to customers in over 100 countries around the world. Our portfolio is composed of leading industrial brands that serve large, attractive end markets, including durable plastics, food, and recycling. Guided by our Purpose - Shape What Matters For Tomorrow - we pursue excellence, collaboration, and innovation to consistently shape solutions that best serve our associates, customers, communities, and other stakeholders.
EEO: The policy of Hillenbrand Inc. is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status. Additionally, Hillenbrand Inc. and our operating companies are committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us at recruitingaccommodations@hillenbrand.com . In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying. At Hillenbrand, everyone is welcome to apply and "Shape What Matters for Tomorrow".