Mold Maintenance Technician

Sea Fox Boat Works; Moncks Corner (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Sea Fox Boat Company in Moncks Corner, SC is seeking a Mold Maintenance Technician to maintain, repair, modify, and fabricate molds and tooling used throughout our manufacturing process. Your work directly impacts quality, consistency, and efficiency of every boat we build.

You'll collaborate with machinists, engineers, and production teams, perform precision measurements, uphold safety, and maintain accurate maintenance records while contributing to continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience maintaining molds, dies, and tooling in a manufacturing setting.
• Ability to read blueprints and engineering drawings.
• Skilled with precision measuring tools and inspection equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Safety-conscious with a drive for continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, modify, and fabricate production molds and tooling.
• Inspect and repair molds to ensure performance and longevity.
• Diagnose wear or defects and perform corrective repairs.
• Set up tooling according to specifications and tolerances.
• Perform precision measurements with calipers, micrometers, gauges.
• Record maintenance and document modifications.
• Support mold changeovers and production troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with machinists, engineers, and production staff to improve mold performance.
• Follow safety policies and maintain a clean work area.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Mold tooling experience

Blueprint reading

Precision measuring

Quality focus

Problem solving

Independent worker

Safety & continuous improvement

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Gauges

Job description

Sea Fox Boat Company – Moncks Corner, SC

Join a Team That Builds Industry-Leading Boats

Sea Fox Boat Company is one of the nation's premier manufacturers of saltwater fishing boats. We take pride in building exceptional boats with unmatched craftsmanship, and we're looking for a skilled Mold Maintenance Technician to help maintain the tooling that makes our world‑class boats possible.

If you enjoy solving mechanical challenges, working with precision, and taking pride in producing high-quality work, we'd love to meet you.

What You'll Do

As a Mold Maintenance Technician, you'll be responsible for maintaining, repairing, modifying, and fabricating molds and tooling used throughout our manufacturing process. Your work directly impacts the quality, consistency, and efficiency of every boat we build.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, repair, modify, and maintain production molds to ensure optimal performance and longevity
• Construct, adapt, and improve molds based on engineering drawings, blueprints, and production requirements
• Diagnose mold wear, damage, or defects and perform corrective repairs to minimize production downtime
• Set up tooling and equipment according to mold specifications, materials, and production tolerances
• Perform precision measurements using calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other inspection equipment
• Conduct quality inspections before, during, and after mold maintenance to ensure production readiness
• Assist with mold changeovers and support production teams during troubleshooting and repairs
• Collaborate with machinists, maintenance technicians, engineers, and production personnel to improve mold performance and manufacturing efficiency
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and document repairs and modifications
• Follow all company safety policies and maintain a clean, organized work area
• Perform other duties as assigned

What We're Looking For

• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot and repair precision tooling
• Experience working with molds, dies, tooling, or manufacturing equipment
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and technical specifications
• Experience using precision measuring instruments
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work
• Excellent problem‑solving and critical‑thinking skills
• Ability to work independently while also contributing to a team environment
• Commitment to workplace safety and continuous improvement

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, bend, kneel, and work in a manufacturing environment for extended periods
• Frequently lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds
• Excellent hand‑eye coordination and manual dexterity for precision repair work
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring equipment safely
• Visual acuity sufficient to inspect molds, identify defects, and read blueprints and technical drawings

Why Sea Fox?

At Sea Fox Boat Company, every employee plays an important role in building boats that families enjoy for generations. We offer a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment where craftsmanship, safety, and continuous improvement are valued every day.

If you're ready to put your mechanical skills to work with a company that values quality and teamwork, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of the Sea Fox team!