Mold Maker

US Conec, Ltd. • Hickory, NC

5d

About The Position

US Conec, Ltd. is a trusted, global company that prides itself on engineering excellence—creating innovative connectivity solutions that support today’s most important technologies. We foster a friendly, inclusive culture that values teamwork, creativity, and mutual respect. At US Conec, you’ll find real opportunities to grow and make a meaningful impact in a company that genuinely cares about its people and its customers. With competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and a supportive environment, this is a place where you can build your future—whether your interests lie in manufacturing, engineering, operations, or beyond. Mold Maker - 1st Shift (6:30am - 2:30pm) Overview Provide technician-level support to production and engineering initiatives related to injection molds used in thermoplastic black and thermoplastic clear production areas. This role supports mold setup, adjustment, cleaning, troubleshooting, and maintenance to ensure products meet established quality standards. Complete, accurate, and timely documentation of all mold-related activities is required.

Requirements

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in a medium-volume injection molding manufacturing environment
• Strong working knowledge of injection molds, precision measurement tools, engineering-grade materials, and manual shop equipment
• Experience working with very small mold components, including use of microscopes
• Ability to interpret plastic part measurement data and apply findings to troubleshooting and adjustments
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Proficiency with standard PC applications, including Microsoft Office

Nice To Haves

• Journeyman Mold Maker certification or completion of a Mold Making Apprenticeship
• Associate’s Degree in a technical or engineering-related field (Mechanical Engineering, Plastics Engineering, Plastics Technology, or similar)
• Experience supporting engineering-driven projects or product/process qualifications
• Background working in high-precision or regulated manufacturing environments

Responsibilities

• Take direction from Engineers and Supervisors in support of current projects and production requirements
• Perform mold maintenance, troubleshoot quality issues, and implement corrective actions
• Modify and/or adjust mold components in accordance with established policies and procedures to achieve acceptable quality levels
• Establish, maintain, and update accurate records of all mold adjustments, maintenance, and change activities
• Interpret plastic part measurement data and communicate results to support team decision-making
• Follow and understand quality control systems associated with molded parts and tooling
• Assist with periodic product and process qualifications as required
• Additional duties and/or overtime may be required based on business needs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees