Mold Mechanic I

Stryten Energy; Columbus (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Stryten Energy in Columbus, Indiana is seeking a Mold Mechanic I to perform mold repairs and maintenance to support manufacturing targets. The role requires hands-on experience with injection molds, tool setup, and precision machining in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include repairing molds, recording work with L2L, supporting root cause analysis, and collaborating with process engineering to improve tooling and processing.

Qualifications

• Two years machinist experience related to injection molds.
• Understanding of injection molding fundamentals.
• Knowledge of mold construction and maintenance principles.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair molds as needed.
• Basic blueprint reading and math skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and emergency repairs on injection molds.
• Use L2L to dispatch and record repairs.
• Assist with Root Cause Analysis and repetitive failures related to molds.
• Support engineering projects and modification work.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed.

Skills

Mold repair experience

Injection molding knowledge

Blueprint reading

Hand tools & setup

Basic math & trig

Communication

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Apprenticeship training certificate (preferred)

Tools

NC milling machines

NC lathes

Surface grinding

EDM machine operation

Job description

Overview

Stryten Energy manufactures proprietary and custom injection molding products serving the industrial lead battery, automotive and consumer markets. Stryten Energy is expanding battery poly manufacturing and recycling output to help solve industry-wide supply constraints.

Mold Mechanic I performs mold repair in a timely and effective manner in an effort to support the molding department's production objectives. Other activities include but are not limited to; mold improvements, mold modifications and mold maintenance.

This opening is on 2nd shift (Monday-Friday; 3pm - 11pm)

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and emergency repairs on all injection molds.
• Use L2L to dispatch and record repairs.
• Complete L2L Dispatches with a clear description of work done.
• Assist with Root Cause Analysis and repetitive failures as they relate to injection molds.
• Assist with engineering projects / modification work.
• Willingness to work as a team.
• Able to handle multiple tasks with limited supervision.
• Ability to effectively manage time and meet specified deadlines.
• Good communication with process engineering to work on improving molding thru tooling improvements and processing; diagnose/trouble shoot and help/implement corrections to tooling problems with other facilities
• Must have the ability and willingness to work overtime on an as needed/required basis in order to complete work in process and communicate with other shifts.
• Work within established policies, procedures, practices, and regulations.
• Attend all required trainings and meetings.
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures including the use of PPE and safety equipment.
• Participate in continuous improvement, 5S, and other lean manufacturing initiatives.
• Other responsibilities as assigned to meet the needs of the business.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Apprenticeship Training certificate (preferred but not required).
• Two years Machinist experience as it relates to injection molds. (Preferred)
• Must be able to troubleshoot and repair molds as needed.
• Fundamental understanding of injection molding
• Understanding of mold construction and mold maintenance principles.
• NC milling machines and NC lathes
• Surface grinding
• EDM machine operation
• Basic math and trigonometry
• Machine tool set-up
• Blue print reading
• Welding
• Basic mechanical layout (dimension and sketch tooling, jigs, fixture and ect.)
• Basic Computer Skills
• Physical requirements as defined in associated job analysis.
• Proven satisfactory work history (attendance and performance). This must be maintained. Attendance is critical to this position.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS, ENVIRONMENT:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be frequently exposed to fumes, dust, airborne particles, and extreme heat and humidity.
• Noise levels in the manufacturing facility are usually high.
• Qualified candidates must be able to sit, stand, walk, bend, and climb with minimal effort.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds

EEO Statement

Stryten Energy is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

About Statement

Stryten Energy helps solve the world's most pressing energy challenges with a broad range of energy storage solutions across the Essential Power, Motive Power, Transportation, Military and Government sectors. Headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia, we partner with some of the world's most recognized companies to meet the growing demand for reliable and sustainable energy storage capacity. Stryten powers everything from submarines to subcompacts, microgrids, warehouses, distribution centers, cars, trains and trucks. Our stored energy technologies include advanced lead, lithium and vanadium redox flow batteries, intelligent chargers and energy performance management software that keep people on the move and supply chains running. An industry leader backed by more than a century of expertise, Stryten has The Energy to Challenge the status quo and deliver top-performing energy solutions for today and tomorrow. Learn more at stryten.com.