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Job Title: Mold Repair Technician – T&D

Location: Canal Winchester, OH (Relocation Not Available)

Employment Type: Full-Time (1st Shift: Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM; flexible start time, overtime as needed)

Our client, a leading automotive manufacturing supplier, is seeking a Mold Repair Technician to support tooling operations within an injection molding environment. This is a full-time, direct-hire opportunity for a mechanically inclined technician with experience in mold repair, maintenance, and troubleshooting. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in ensuring mold performance, minimizing downtime, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives in a fast-paced production setting.

● High School Diploma or GED required

● Minimum 2+ years of experience in mold repair, mold making, or completion of a journeyman program

● Strong mechanical aptitude with understanding of dimensional measurements and tolerances

● Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints and technical drawings

● Experience using precision measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, comparators, depth gauges)

● Hands-on experience with machining equipment (mills, lathes, grinders, drill press)

● Ability to troubleshoot tooling issues in a production environment

● Must be able to work overtime, flexible hours, and be on-call for production support

● Experience in injection molding or plastics manufacturing environments

● Proficiency with CNC machining, EDM (wire/sinker), and TIG welding

● Experience with CAD/CAM systems

● Forklift operation experience

● Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

● Experience with preventative maintenance programs for tooling

● Ability to fabricate fixtures, jigs, and gauges

● Experience supporting continuous improvement initiatives

● Repair and maintain injection molds using hand tools, power tools, and machining equipment

● Perform preventative maintenance and inspections on molds to ensure optimal performance

● Diagnose and troubleshoot tooling issues including flash, core breakage, and downtime events

● Support press calls by identifying and resolving tooling-related production issues

● Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, and part specifications to complete repairs and modifications

● Disassemble, inspect, and reassemble molds to verify alignment and dimensional accuracy

● Fabricate and modify fixtures, jigs, and gauges to support production efficiency

● Assist with new mold inspections, inventory tracking, and tooling preparation for shipment or storage

Physical expectations and working conditions associated with the job may include: standing, walking, and bending for extended periods; lifting up to 50 lbs; and working in a manufacturing environment with exposure to machinery, noise, heat, and industrial equipment.

Join a stable and team-oriented manufacturing environment that values craftsmanship, safety, and continuous improvement. This role offers hands-on technical work with opportunities to grow your skillset in advanced tooling and machining.

● Competitive hourly pay with overtime opportunities

● 401(k) with company match

● Health insurance coverage

● Paid holidays

● Employee referral program

● Supportive team environment with advancement potential

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