Mold Technician

Job Title: Mold Technician Job Description Our site in Chaska is seeking a Mold Technician to join our team. In this role you will be responsible for hanging molds, performing barrel changes, and installation of all auxiliary equipment included in all set-ups. In this role, you will also see a clear path for career advancement. Entegris promotes from within and as a Mold Entry Technician you will gain the skills necessary and have the opportunity to advance upward and qualify for other roles, such as setup technician, trainers, lead operators, supervisors, and many others. This role plays a key part in maintaining product quality, supporting reliable production flow, and contributing to operational excellence. This position will mainly work 2PM-10PM, Monday-Friday. What You'll Do Set up production runs in the press and maintain auxiliary equipment (single water units/thermolater, temp controller, robot, end of arm tooling). Press TPMs. Mold removal to analyze for cleaning/repairs before storing. Completes setup/shut down and barrel purge procedures and job packets. Focus on key business processes to influence customer satisfaction, waste elimination, growth, cost effectiveness and product/system quality. Promote and implement use of continuous improvement tools to eliminate non-value activities. Participate actively in continuous improvement activities such as 6s, Kaizen events etc. Completes miscellaneous tasks as assigned in support of the larger organization and production goals. Monitor molded parts for visual and dimensional conformity; take corrective action or elevate when necessary. Including all other duties as required. What We Seek Must be 18 years or older and have the right to work in the US without sponsorship. High school diploma or GED required. 3-5 years of mechanical or injection molding set-up experience preferred. Basic math, computer literacy and accurate data entry skills; SAP experience preferred. Competency using powered hand tools, fasteners, and measurement devices. Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail for safety and quality. Competence in basic math and computer data entry. Demonstrated problem‑solving and troubleshooting ability in mechanical or process-based environments. Experience participating in continuous improvement activities such as Kaizen, 6S, or waste reduction initiatives. Ability to recognize and communicate quality defects and ensure parts meet required specifications. Previous injection mold set-up experience preferred. Ability to kneel, crawl, crouch, and work in confined spaces during mold changes. Can comfortably stand and walk for duration of the shift. Physical capability to lift up to 60 lbs. Ability to read and follow written instructions. Commitment to safety, adherence to procedures, and maintaining a clean, organized work environment. What We Offer At Entegris, we invest in providing opportunities for our employees and promote from within. The new hire in this role will have the potential to grow and create relationships across the organization and be recognized for demonstrated success and adherence to company PACE values. Our total rewards package goes above and beyond just a paycheck. Whether you’re looking to build your career, improve your health or protect your wealth, we offer generous benefits to help you achieve your goals. Compensation: $21-$27 hourly range with actual pay dependent on candidate overall skills for the role.

• 1.25 Shift Differential.
• 3000 Sign on Bonus.

Annual Bonus Eligible. 3 weeks of vacation. Generous 401(K) plan with an impressive employer match with no delayed vesting. Excellent health, dental and vision insurance packages to fit your needs. Education assistance to support your learning journey. Values‑driven culture with colleagues that rally around People, Accountability, Creativity and Excellence. At Entegris we are committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants. Our policy is to recruit, hire, train and reward employees for their individual abilities, achievements and experience without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, marital or military status. Entegris strongly encourages all its employees to be vaccinated against COVID‑19. At Entegris, COVID‑19 vaccination is preferred but not required at this time. #J-18808-Ljbffr Entegris