Injection Mold Tooling Specialist

Alcon USA; Houston (TX); Presencial; USD 34.000 - 55.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Relocation assistance

Descripción de la vacante

Alcon USA in Houston, TX is seeking an experienced Mold Repair Technician to inspect, disassemble, diagnose and repair injection molds (multi-cavity, hot runner). You will work with Engineering, Maintenance, and Quality to troubleshoot issues, document actions in Maximo, and maintain tooling performance.

The role requires hands-on mold repair and precision toolmaking, reading CAD drawings and engineering specs, and a systematic root-cause approach.

Formación

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Hands-on injection mold repair and precision toolmaking experience.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and CAD models; perform root-cause analysis.

Responsabilidades

• Disassemble, inspect, diagnose, and repair molds to restore spec and extend life.
• Perform preventive maintenance and servicing of tools per SOPs.
• Document maintenance, repairs and PMs in Maximo (CMMS) for traceability.
• Communicate mold conditions, repair status and root-cause findings to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Maintenance and Quality to resolve tooling issues.

Conocimientos

Mold repair

Injection molding

Reading drawings

Root-cause analysis

Precision measurement

Educación

High School Diploma or equivalent

Herramientas

Maximo CMMS

CAD models

Micrometers

Calipers

Descripción del empleo

Shape Precision. Protect Uptime. Advance Sight.Alcon exists to help people see brilliantly. Join more than 25,000 innovators who move fast, challenge limits, and improve global eye health. In our inclusive, growth-minded culture, your craftsmanship is seen and celebrated—and your career can sharpen faster than a carbide end mill.Your day at our Manufacturing Facility in Houston, TXWalk into a world of high-volume plastics where multi-cavity and hot runner tooling power critical products. You’ll partner with Engineering and Production to keep tools running at their best—finding root causes, restoring performance, and preventing the next failure before it starts.Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain complex injection molds, including multi-cavity and hot runner systems.Disassemble, inspect, diagnose, and rebuild tooling components to return molds to spec and extend service life.Machine and fit precision components using toolroom equipment: mills, grinders, lathes, and polishing tools.Analyze defects—flash, short shots, dimensional drift—and implement corrective actions.Interpret engineering drawings, CAD models, and specifications to guide meticulous work.Execute preventive maintenance at defined intervals and according to best practices.Clearly communicate mold condition, repair status, and root-cause findings to stakeholders.Document maintenance, repairs, and PMs in Maximo (CMMS) for traceability and compliance.Collaborate closely with Molding Engineering, Maintenance, Quality, and Production to resolve tooling issues.Proactively spot potential issues before they become failures and make sound technical decisions within scope.Follow GxP requirements by adhering to SOPs, maintaining complete documentation, applying rigorous quality control, and completing all required training.Meet individual role expectations while contributing to continuous improvement and overall regulatory compliance.Where this role sitsThis position is part of Alcon’s Engineering function—driving better quality, processes, products, packaging, and materials to deliver brilliant outcomes.What you’ll bringHigh School Diploma or equivalent.Ability to fluently read, write, understand, and communicate in English.Preferred experienceHands-on injection mold repair and precision toolmaking (multi-cavity and hot runner experience).Skilled at reading engineering drawings, mold designs, and CAD models.Systematic, root-cause approach to troubleshooting tooling issues.Proficient with precision measurement instruments: micrometers, calipers, indicators, height gauges.Comfortable with disassembly, inspection, fitting, and reassembly of molds.Competent with hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment.Background in industrial/manufacturing environments—ideally toolroom or high-precision production.Experience with CMMS and basic computer literacy.LogisticsWork Hours: Wednesday – Saturday 4/10, 4:00am–2:30pm (10-hour shift).Location: Onsite (Houston, TX).Travel: Up to 10%.Relocation Assistance: Yes.Sponsorship: Not available.ProficienciesTool/Die/Mold Repair SkillsInjection Molding ExperienceTool/Die/Mold Setup ExperienceMachines & technologies you’ll useInjection Molding Machine