2nd Shift Tooling Technician: Mold Maintenance & Machining

Socket.dev; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 37,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev in Auburn Hills, MI is seeking a Tooling Technician for a 2nd shift, paying $27–$28 per hour. The role focuses on preventive maintenance of injection molds and tooling, with responsibilities including operating lathes, mills, grinders, drill presses, and saws, plus SAP-based documentation.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED and 1+ year of tool room or injection mold experience. Familiarity with Hot Runner Systems and the ability to lift up to 40 lbs are a plus.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of tool room or injection mold experience
• High school diploma or GED required
• Experience with injection mold maintenance or repair preferred
• Ability to operate lathes, mills, grinders, drill presses, and saws
• Basic knowledge of Hot Runner Systems
• Ability to safely operate an overhead crane
• SAP experience is a plus

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on injection molds and tooling
• Complete Level 2 and Level 3 mold maintenance according to schedule
• Troubleshoot tooling and mold issues to keep production running
• Operate lathes, milling machines, grinders, drill presses, and saws
• Work with Hot Runner Systems
• Document mold maintenance and repairs in SAP
• Coordinate outside mold repairs when necessary
• Load/unload molds from flatbed trucks
• Maintain a safe, clean 5S work environment
• Support continuous improvement and preventive maintenance initiatives

Skills

Injection mold experience

Mechanical troubleshooting

Safety-minded

Independent worker

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Outlook

Excel

Word

Job description

Socket.dev in Auburn Hills, MI is seeking a Tooling Technician for a 2nd shift, paying $27–$28 per hour. The role focuses on preventive maintenance of injection molds and tooling, with responsibilities including operating lathes, mills, grinders, drill presses, and saws, plus SAP-based documentation.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED and 1+ year of tool room or injection mold experience. Familiarity with Hot Runner Systems and the ability to lift up to 40 lbs are a plus.