Mold Maker & Repair Tech – 1st Shift

Hoffer Plastics; South Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 62,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical, Dental

VSP Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short/Long Term Disability

Vacation & Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursements & Safety Glass

Steel Toe Shoes

Fitness Reimbursements

Job summary

Hoffer Plastics is seeking a Mold Maker / Mold Repair for 1st shift to perform mold repair and modifications per customer specs. The role demands expertise in maintaining tight tolerances and accurate documentation of work completed.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, 5+ years of experience, and knowledge of mold function in a plastic injection environment. Training is provided and safety is a priority in daily work routines.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; TMA certificate preferred.
• 5+ years of experience required.
• Extensive knowledge of mold function and repair in a plastic injection environment.
• Ability to display competency calibrating tools related to the tool room.
• Ability to perform multiple functions either or EDM, Jig Grinding, Lathes, Mills, Grinders, etc.
• Good communication skills.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
• Hot runner function and repair knowledge a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs to plastic injection molds.
• Modify and repair molds, jigs and fixtures where accuracy requires maintenance of extremely close tolerances.
• Diagnose problems and determine corrective actions on injection molds.
• Ability to grind complex forms to very close tolerances.
• Ability to complete jobs quickly and efficiently with minimal errors.
• Maintain safe work area in neat and orderly manner.
• Accurately document work performed.
• All team members shall maintain a positive work atmosphere and comply with safety regulations.

Skills

Mold repair

Tool calibration

Communication

MS Word/Excel

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

TMA certificate preferred

Tools

EDM

Jig Grinding

Lathes

Mills

Grinders

Job description

Hoffer Plastics is seeking a Mold Maker / Mold Repair for 1st shift to perform mold repair and modifications per customer specs. The role demands expertise in maintaining tight tolerances and accurate documentation of work completed.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, 5+ years of experience, and knowledge of mold function in a plastic injection environment. Training is provided and safety is a priority in daily work routines.