Die Repair/Mold Technician - 2nd Shift

Description

Cascade Engineering is a Family of Companies that invests in our triple bottom line philosophy - People, Planet and Profit. We have been in business for over 50 years in Grand Rapids, Michigan. We manufacture injection molding/plastic products for automotive, office furniture, polymer compounding, waste and recycling industries. We focus on driving organizational excellence through a people centered leadership culture based on the principles of 7 Habits of Highly Effective People.

Are you looking for a positive and encouraging environment? Are you seeking a position where you are included, recognized and celebrated? You belong here! Are you excited for what is ahead? We are too!

Scope of Responsibility

Are you a technician who thrives on solving complex problems and keeping manufacturing running at its best? As a Die Repair Technician, you'll play a critical role in maintaining, troubleshooting, and improving injection molds and tooling systems that directly impact product quality and uptime.

In this hands-on position, you'll perform preventive and corrective maintenance, diagnose root causes, upgrade mold components, and implement permanent solutions. You'll collaborate with production teams, support cost-saving and continuous improvement initiatives, and mentor others by sharing your technical expertise.

This role offers more than day-to-day maintenance-it's an opportunity to build technical mastery, influence processes, and serve as a culture leader in a safety-first, people-focused environment that values integrity, teamwork, and excellence. If you enjoy variety, autonomy, and meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply.

Location: Grand Rapids Campus

Shift: 2nd shift (3-11:10pm)

Target Pay: The target starting base salary for this position is $24.76 - $39.78 / hour (plus 1.00 shift premium and quarterly bonus incentive). Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Cascade Engineering considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.

General Responsibilities

• Review scheduling board and production schedule priorities as determined by scheduling
• Performs mold repairs while determining root cause and prevention
• Perform preventative maintenance procedures
• Troubleshoots molds and auxiliary equipment in molding plastic parts
• Repairs electric, hydraulic and pneumatic mold malfunctions
• Observes and corrects irregular mold conditions; computer system upkeep
• Installs and upgrades mold components
• Participate in development and use of TPM system
• Train Technicians and Tooling Personnel to perform basic mold maintenance operations
• Complete projects as assigned
• Maintain machine and work area cleanliness; comply with all safety policies, regulations and laws
• Communicate tool status with each plant
• Contribute to CE cost-savings initiatives
• Connects wiring and hydraulic lines to install electrical and hydraulic components. Define "root cause" of problematic areas of our process and help implement a permanent solution. Operate crane to move dies and welding
• Performs additional responsibilities as requested to achieve business objectives

Culture Bearer

• Understands and supports the values of the Triple Bottom Line (TBL)
• Exhibits high moral and ethical standards and high integrity
• Values people regardless of their background
• Exhibits the traits of a servant leader
• Exhibit the principles of 7 Habits and Emotional Intelligence
• Encourages open dialogue and communication
• Develops high trust relationships within all levels of the organization
• Pursues Excellence

At Cascade Engineering, we welcome and celebrate diversity and inclusion. We are committed to fostering an authentic workplace where everyone belongs and thrives, and we look forward to welcoming candidates who are enthusiastic about contributing to our community. If you are passionate about this role, we encourage you to apply. We recognize that women and people of color are often underrepresented in manufacturing and want to see this change. When making hiring decisions, we believe in considering the whole person and the life experiences they bring to our teams. Our diversity drives our innovation and has been integral to our success.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent with 2 years direct die and tooling repair experience in Injection Molding
• Minimum 2 years' experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, and electric
• Extensive molding process knowledge
• Ability to read blueprints (Hydraulic, Electrical and Pneumatic)
• Strong time and program management skills
• Able to perform heavy lifting and rigging of molds and their components
• Able to trouble shoot complex mold issues and recommend solutions
• Basic writing and math skills
• Detail Oriented and organized
• Must be a self-starter and work with little supervision
• Working knowledge of MS office automation tools
• Working knowledge of applicable safety regulations, laws and policies
• Hilo/forklift experience
• Proficient in Microsoft 365

Preferred

• Associates degree in mold maintenance (or related technical certificate) with a minimum of 5 years' experience
• Work toward a journey card or equivalent trades program
• Experience with preventative maintenance (PM) systems
• TIG - MIG welding skills
• Experience operating drill press, grinder, metal saws, mold rigging equipment
• 5+ years of manufacturing mold repair experience
• Valid Hilo license
• Valid Drivers' License OR be able to use all 4 limbs such as arms, legs (upper and lower limbs), torso/trunk at the shoulder, have coordination of eyes, hands and feet, not have any known/documented convulsive disorders and corrected vision (a valid Michigan driver's license or a doctor's note verifying proof of the corrected vision)

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance - Starting on Day 1
• Life Insurance (Company Paid and Supplemental)
• 401K with match - Starting on Day 1
• Quarterly Bonus Program
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Short and Long Term Disability (Company Paid)
• Onsite Health Clinic

Perks

• Weekly Pay
• Flexible Hours & Scheduling
• Attendance Recognition Program
• Voucher programs for Safety Shoes and Prescription Safety Glasses
• Employee Discount Programs
• Employee Referral & Retention Bonus Program
• Adoption Assistance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Uniforms / T-shirts
• Smoking Cessation Products and Program

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