Mold Maintenance Technician

Prysmian Group•Rockwall, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Prysmian, a global leader in energy and digital connection solutions, is expanding its team with the addition of Channell, now part of Prysmian. Channell, established in 1922, has a history of innovation in outside plant infrastructure, serving various markets including Telecommunications, Municipalities, Internet Service Providers, Wireless, Water, Power, and CATV. Together, Prysmian and Channell are merging their expertise to offer a wider range of products, from advanced cable systems and fiber connectivity to enclosures and below-grade vaults, supporting resilient infrastructure, the energy transition, and the growth of digital networks worldwide. Prysmian has a significant global presence with 9,000 team members in North America and 35,000 globally, bringing extensive scale, innovation, and expertise to the energy and telecommunications sectors. At Prysmian, your contributions are valued, offering opportunities to make an impact as part of a global team dedicated to excellence and world transformation. Relocation assistance is available for this position. JOB SUMMARY: The Mold Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing preventive, corrective, and routine maintenance on injection molds, ensuring molds are in proper working condition for production runs. The ideal candidate possesses strong mechanical aptitude, experience in mold repair, and a thorough understanding of tooling used in plastics manufacturing.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required
5+ years of experience in mold maintenance or mold repair in a plastics injection molding environment.
Strong understanding of mold construction, including cooling systems, hot runners, ejector systems, and venting.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, CAD drawings, and toolroom schematics.
Familiarity with machining and polishing tools (e.g., mills, lathes, surface grinders).
Good organizational and documentation skills.
Ability to lift heavy components and work in a shop environment.
Capacity to work overtime as needed.
Must understand and follow all departmental safety rules.
Understand Safety Data Sheets (SDS).

Nice To Haves

Technical training or certification in mold/tooling repair or machining preferred.

Responsibilities

Inspect, clean, and perform routine maintenance on injection molds according to scheduled intervals.
Troubleshoot and repair damaged or worn mold components, including cavities, cores, slides, lifters, and ejector systems.
Disassemble and reassemble molds with precision to ensure proper function and alignment.
Maintain detailed records of mold maintenance, repairs, and part replacements.
Collaborate with process technicians, mold setters, and engineers to address tooling issues that affect part quality or production.
Identify and communicate recurring mold problems and suggest long-term solutions.
Use tools such as grinders, polishing equipment, hand tools, and micrometers for repair and finishing tasks.
Maintain mold storage areas in clean, organized condition and ensure proper handling procedures.
Assist with mold trials and qualification of new or repaired molds as needed.
Follow all safety procedures and report equipment concerns or unsafe conditions promptly.