Mold Maintenance Technician

PDM is Hiring a Mold Maintenance Technician Why Join PDM? We're a leading injection molding manufacturer with operations in the U.S. and Mexico, delivering high-quality solutions across diverse industries. From concept to full-scale production, we turn great ideas into reality with integrity, a customer-first mindset, and world-class expertise. What We Offer Competitive pay based on experience Medical, dental, and vision insurance Disability and life insurance Simple IRA with employer match Employee Assistance Program Generous PTO Opportunities for career growth and professional development Collaborative and supportive team environment About the Role The Mold Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining, repairing, and improving injection molds and related tooling to support efficient production operations. This position performs preventative maintenance, minor mold repairs and modifications, maintains tooling records, and works closely with production and engineering teams to minimize downtime and support production goals. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Mold Maintenance & Repair Perform preventative maintenance on injection molds and related tooling Complete minor mold repairs and modifications Troubleshoot mold-related issues and recommend corrective actions Assemble and disassemble mold components during maintenance and repair activities Coordinate specialized repair services with outside vendors when needed Prepare new molds for production, including cleaning, labeling, documenting, and inspecting components Maintain accurate records of mold maintenance, repairs, modifications, and tooling locations Tool Room Operations Set up and operate tool room and machine shop equipment Manufacture fixtures, tooling, and other support equipment as needed Perform minor maintenance on tool room equipment Coordinate welding, heat treating, and other specialty services as required Production Support Support mold setup and operation of molding equipment Assist in evaluating mold performance during production Work closely with production and engineering teams to meet production schedules and quality requirements Communicate tooling status, repairs, and priorities across shifts Safety & Continuous Improvement Identify and communicate safety concerns Follow all safety procedures and safe work practices Participate in continuous improvement and problem-solving initiatives Support quality, customer satisfaction, and operational excellence objectives Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent required Three to five years of experience in manufacturing maintenance, tool repair, machining, injection molding, or a related manufacturing environment preferred Experience with machining, welding, mechanical repair, or related technical work preferred Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, work instructions, and equipment documentation Experience troubleshooting mechanical, tooling, or production-related issues Experience using measuring tools and performing basic mathematical calculations related to machining and repair work Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities Ability to work flexible hours, overtime, and occasional on-call weekends as needed Demonstrated record of regular and punctual attendance #J-18808-Ljbffr Uniting Holding