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 production processes.

The role is based in a nonclimate-controlled manufacturing facility that houses over 50 plastics injection molding machines ranging in size from 200 tons to 2200 tons. The facility is clean and well organized, with a strong emphasis on safety and efficient workflow. Personal protective equipment, including steel-toe footwear and eye protection, is required while on the floor. Available schedules include B Shift (2:45 pm to 11:15 pm, Monday through Friday) and C Shift (10:45 pm to 7:15 am, Sunday through Thursday). The work involves hands-on interaction with large molding machines, tooling, and repair equipment in an industrial setting.

This is a Permanent position based out of Shelbyville, TN.

The pay range for this position is $52000.00 - $72800.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

This company offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package that includes annual bonus, paid vacation and holidays, 401(k) matching, HSA contributions, and medical, dental and vision plans.

This is a Permanent position based out of Shelbyville, TN.

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 3, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Shelbyville,TN.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
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