Tooling Technician

Tooling Technician Injection Mold Department This role focuses on maintaining and repairing injection molds used to produce interior components for the automotive industry. The tooling technician performs preventative maintenance and production tool repair on molds across a wide range of tonnages, ensuring reliable, safe, and efficient operation of the injection molding equipment within a high-volume manufacturing environment. Job Responsibilities Perform preventative maintenance on injection molds used in automotive interior component production to ensure consistent performance and minimize downtime Conduct production tool repairs on injection molds with tonnages ranging from approximately 900 pounds to 2,500 tons across a fleet of 34 machines Diagnose and repair hydraulic systems related to injection molds, including hydraulic ejection systems, hydraulic lines, and core signals in hydraulic cylinders. Troubleshoot and repair issues on injection molding machinery, including equipment from brands such as the person, KM, and Toshiba, ensuring molds run efficiently and safely Carry out hydraulic maintenance, including inspection, testing, and replacement of components to maintain optimal system performance Troubleshoot and repair hot runner systems, including valve gates within molds, to ensure proper flow and temperature control Perform standard electrical troubleshooting and repair up to 120V and 240V on mold-related systems and components Use electrical testing tools, including voltmeters and ohm meters, to verify connections, diagnose faults, and confirm proper operation of mold circuits Conduct diagnostic testing on molds and related systems to identify mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical issues Carry out mold repair activities such as grinding, fitting, and adjustments to restore tooling to proper specifications Support tool and die and die maintenance activities as needed to keep molds in production-ready condition Essential Skills At least 3 years of experience in production tool repair within an injection molding environment Hands-on experience with injection mold tooling repair and preventative maintenance Hydraulic maintenance and repair experience, specifically with hydraulic ejection systems, hydraulic lines, and core signals in hydraulic cylinders Experience working with injection molding machinery, including equipment from manufacturers such as the person, KM, and Toshiba (experience with all three is not required) A minimum of 2 years of experience working with hot runner systems Ability to troubleshoot and repair valve gates within molds At least 1 year of experience with standard electrical troubleshooting and repair up to 120V and 240V Ability to test resistance (ohms) and operate voltmeters to test electrical connections to molds Proficiency in diagnosing mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical issues on injection molds Experience in mold repair, including grinding and other tooling operations Background in tool and die work, die maintenance, or mold maintenance Job Type & Location: This is a permanent position based out of Detroit, MI. Pay and Benefits: The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $40.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision; Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital; 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available; Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents); Short and long-term disability; Health Spending Account (HSA); Transportation benefits; Employee Assistance Program; Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type: This is a fully onsite position in Detroit, MI. Application Deadline: This position is anticipated to close on Aug 1, 2026.