Mold Maintenance and Repair Technician

medmix • Flowery Branch, GA

100d

About The Position

The Mold Maintenance and Repair Technician is responsible for performing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of injection molds to ensure optimal performance and longevity. This role plays a critical part in minimizing downtime, improving production efficiency, and maintaining the quality of molded parts.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in mold maintenance and repair in an injection molding environment.
• High school diploma or GED required; technical/vocational training in mold making or industrial maintenance is a plus.
• Strong understanding of mold construction, including hot runner systems, hydraulic/pneumatic actuated tools, and multi-cavity molds.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, tool drawings, and technical documents.
• Proficient in the use of precision measuring tools (micrometers, calipers, indicators, etc.).
• Experience using manual machining equipment (grinders, lathes, mills) is highly preferred.
• Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, and mechanical skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance (PM) on all injection molds based on maintenance schedules.
• Lead and participate in formal problem-solving, including formal reporting for internal and external customers.
• Troubleshoot and repair injection molds, including addressing issues such as flash, short shots, galling, wear, and misalignment.
• Support the Global cross-functional teams with projects and initiatives.
• Disassemble, clean, inspect, and reassemble molds using proper techniques and tools.
• Conduct data analysis and develop reports to support production operations.
• Diagnose mold-related production issues and recommend corrective actions.
• Identify and support areas for improvement and make recommendations to increase efficiency and effectiveness based on the KPI matrix.
• Inspect, test, and repair hot runner systems, including manifolds, heaters, thermocouples/open and valve gate systems.
• Maintain detailed maintenance records for all mold tools, including work performed, findings, and parts replaced.
• Identify spare parts needed, control spare part inventory and reorder parts used.
• Inspect mold components (ejector pins, slides, lifters, cavities, cores, etc.) for wear or damage and replace as necessary.
• Work with the production team and process engineers to identify and resolve mold-related issues.
• Coordinate with outside vendors or tool shops for mold modifications, welding, or machining when required.
• Ensure all work is performed in compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, including the mold maintenance area and tool crib.
• Recommend improvements to tooling design, maintenance practices, or component selection to improve reliability and performance.

Benefits

• An innovative, vibrant and agile culture.
• Growth opportunities in a globally successful and dynamic business on a growth trajectory.
• Paid time off of 15 days per year (pro-rated 1st year).
• Twelve (12) company paid holidays per year.
• Medical, dental, vision, Life/AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability.
• medmix Employee Savings Plan / 401k with 100% employer match up to 6% of your annual base salary.
• Eligible to receive additional non-elective 401k contributions on a quarterly basis.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Access to a wide range of discounts on shopping, entertainment and lifestyle.
• Years of Service Awards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees