Maintenance Mechanic - Tool and Die

RED LINE PLASTICS LLC; Lake Lotawana (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Modern manufacturing facility

Competitive pay

Safe workplace

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Red Line Plastics LLC is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic - Tool & Die to support maintenance, repair, and continuous improvement of molds, tooling, and manufacturing equipment in a rotational molding facility.

The role requires experience with mechanical systems, fabrication, machining, and mold repair or modification, along with strong problem-solving and safety focus. Ability to read drawings and work with hand and power tools is essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous mechanical maintenance/tool-and-die experience required.
• Experience in rotational molding facility preferred.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain rotational molding machines and equipment.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance to reduce downtime.
• Read mechanical drawings and interpret blueprints.
• Assist with mold changes, tooling setups, and modifications.
• Maintain maintenance records and report issues to management.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Reading drawings

Welding (MIG/TIG)

Fabrication

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Math and measurements

Preventive maintenance

Problem solving

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Milling machine

Lathe

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

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Maintenance Mechanic - Tool and Die

Craft Workers Lee Summit, MO, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1316

Mold yourself into something great at Redline!

Why You Should Redline:

• We have amazing employees; we think you will like them too
• We have fun at work everyday
• We promise you won’t be bored. Your day will be filled with tasks that keep you moving and engaged
• We care about you and want to hear your ideas

Perks of Redline:

• We have the BEST supervisors & managers – they listen & want your input
• Newly renovated culture that allows you to be radical
• Outstanding teammates
• We act like ninjas and make things happen, then we get bonuses
• New, modern manufacturing facility

If that sounds intriguing, then come engage in radical candor while we help you get amped and teach you how to deliver wow!

The Maintenance Mechanic - Tool & Die is to support the maintenance, repair, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of manufacturing equipment, molds, and tooling in a rotational molding facility. This position combines industrial mechanical maintenance with tool and die skills to ensure reliable equipment operation, high-quality molded parts, minimal downtime, and efficient production. The successful candidate will have experience working with mechanical systems, fabrication, machining, and mold repair or modification.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain rotational molding machines and associated production equipment.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance to reduce equipment failures and unplanned downtime.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and basic electrical issues, including sensors, switches, motors, and control components, within the employee's training and qualifications.
• Assist with equipment installations, machine rebuilds, upgrades, and process improvements.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, document repairs, and communicate equipment issues to management
• Perform routine maintenance, inspection, repair, and modification of rotational molding molds and tooling.
• Repair mold damage, worn or damaged mold framing, clamps, other mold components as required.
• Perform mold cleaning, surface preparation, and minor refinishing as required.
• Fabricate, fit, modify, and repair tooling, fixtures, brackets, and machine components.
• Use manual machining, drilling, grinding, welding, and other metalworking processes to repair or modify parts, tooling, components, and misc. items in the building to support Safety, Quality, and Delivery of the Operations Team.
• Assist with mold changes, tooling setups, and modifications to support new products and production requirements.
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings, blueprints, schematics, and basic dimensional specifications.
• Operate shop equipment such as drill presses, grinders, saws, lathes, milling machines, and other metalworking tools as qualified.
• Assist with custom fabrication projects and continuous improvement initiatives
• Develop and complete preventive maintenance tasks for production equipment, molds, and tooling.
• Identify recurring equipment and tooling failures and recommend permanent corrective actions using root cause analysis.
• Maintain an organized maintenance shop, tooling area, and spare-parts inventory.
• Identify continuous improvement opportunities to improve equipment safety, reliability, and maintainability.

COMPETENCIES:

• Ability to perform critical thinking and complex problem solving
• Able to work independently, be a self-starter and meet deadlines
• High attention to detail and able to retain and follow detailed work instructions.
• Able to work through difficult and complex situations without becoming frustrated
• Shows moral courage, integrity, openness and honesty in all dealings
• Ability to perform simple math and measurements
• Ability to create and maintain accurate production records
• Able to properly communicate critical information and production needs to supervision and co-workers
• Able to approach complex issues with an innovative mindset
• Able to read and comprehend drawings and prints

PREFERRED AND REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: High School Diploma or GED is preferred

Experience and/or Training: Previous experience in mechanical maintenance and/or tool and die role is required. Previous experience in these rolls in rotational molding facility is preferred.

Licenses/Certificates: No requirements

Technology/Computer Equipment: Ability to utilize computer platforms

Communication:The ability to read, speak, and comprehend English is required

Skill set

• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills is required.
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools, milling machine, lathe, and other similar equipment safely and effectively is required.
• Strong welding ability on steel and aluminum using MIG and TIG welders is required.
• Strong competency and previous experience in metal fabrication is required.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with production and maintenance teams is required.
• Commitment to and knowledge of sound workplace safety practices for self and others is required.
• Basic electrical troubleshooting ability is preferred.
• Sound understanding of building systems tied to electrical, plumbing, HVAC, general construction is preferred.
• Previous experience working within a preventive maintenance program is preferred

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS:

• This position is required to constantly stand and walk
• Frequent stooping, bending, squatting, crouching or reaching above the shoulders may be required
• Frequent use of hands and wrists on both large and small items: e.g. screws, bolts, nuts to service the molds
• Able to focus and work at a continuous pace for long periods of time
• 15 to 25 lbs. frequent lifting20 to 50 lbs. occasional lifting
• Manual dexterity is required to perform normal day to day functions
• Must always demonstrate patience in order to successfully work through frustrating challenges and present oneself in a calm professional manner
• Must have the ability to work with and around others
• Ability to wear appropriate personal protective equipment
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus
• Forklift and scissors lift certification
• Comfortable working at heights over 10’ while practicing company safety policy

The mental and physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

The main working environment for this position is the standard manufacturing plant environment.

The plant environment will include exposure to heat and hot surfaces, cold, noise and odors. Personal protective equipment is required in appropriate areas. There may also be intermittent exposure to fumes, moving mechanical parts and tool vibration.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an individual would encounter while performing the essential functions of this position.