Die Mold Tech III — 2nd Shift, $10k Retention Bonus

United Future; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

United Future is seeking a skilled Die Mold Maintenance Technician III for a 2nd shift in Columbus, OH. The role focuses on reducing tooling downtime through maintenance and repair of injection mold tooling, while coordinating with QC/QA and training hourly staff.

Expected candidates will have 2 years tool and die experience, knowledge of injection molds, and proficiency with manual tools, TIG welding, and mechanical/electrical troubleshooting. Overtime and travel may be required.

Qualifications

• 2 years tool and die experience or its equivalent.
• Thorough knowledge of injection molds.
• Setup and operation of manual machine tools.
• Demonstrated knowledge of TIG welding, die spotting, handwork/polishing.
• Demonstrated knowledge of mechanical and electrical troubleshooting.
• Proven oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated planning and monitoring ability.

Responsibilities

• Reducing tooling-related downtime by maintaining and/or modifying tooling for the injection molding group.
• Repair and maintenance of tooling to reduce downtime and ensure cost-effectiveness of production.
• Conduct highly sophisticated repair work based on experience and expertise to ensure repairs are effective and meet quality standards.
• Act as a liaison between die mold and QC/QA to ensure repairs meet quality standards.
• Train hourly associates regarding repair and maintenance to develop well-rounded associates.
• Support Die Mold maintenance coordinator to ensure full functionality of the department.

Skills

Tool & Die experience

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Communication skills

Planning and monitoring

Education

Trade school diploma or apprenticeship

Tools

Manual machine tools

TIG welding

Die spotting

Handwork/polishing

Injection mold knowledge

Job description

United Future is seeking a skilled Die Mold Maintenance Technician III for a 2nd shift in Columbus, OH. The role focuses on reducing tooling downtime through maintenance and repair of injection mold tooling, while coordinating with QC/QA and training hourly staff.

Expected candidates will have 2 years tool and die experience, knowledge of injection molds, and proficiency with manual tools, TIG welding, and mechanical/electrical troubleshooting. Overtime and travel may be required.