Mold Repair– Skilled Trades (Injection Molding)

Wise Plastics Technologies • St. Charles, IL

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About The Position

Join the Tool Room Department as a Mold Maker supporting injection molding production. This role repairs and troubleshoots injection molds and hot runner systems; it does not build tooling. The position supports the shop floor to minimize downtime and involves working on molds in the press. The work schedule has a flexible start time of either 11 a.m. or 12 p.m., followed by an eight-hour shift. Overtime and off-shift work may be needed, and the role participates in an on-call rotation.

Requirements

• 1–2 or more years of injection mold repair experience.
• Strong mechanical and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable working on molds in the press.
• Overhead crane experience.
• Able to work overtime as needed and off shifts as needed.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license for travel between plants or driving company vehicles.
• Able to meet the physical demands, including sitting, standing, using stairs, kneeling, climbing, bending, stooping, reaching, and lifting up to 35 pounds.
• Able to work in small, tight spaces, climb ladders, and tolerate exposure to the odor of plastics.

Responsibilities

• Repair and troubleshoot injection molds and hot runner systems; tooling construction is not part of the role.
• Support the shop floor to minimize downtime.
• Read and work from tool prints and drawings.
• Use mills, lathes, grinders, and hand tools.
• Work on molds in the press.
• Travel between plants or drive company vehicles as needed.
• Participate in the on-call rotation.
• Perform other duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED