Mold Repair Technician: Precision Mold & Tool Maintenance

Gusmer Enterprises Inc

Newton (NC)

Hybrid

USD 39,000 - 44,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Gusmer Enterprises, Inc. is seeking a Mold Repair Technician to support safe, efficient, and high-quality manufacturing operations.

The role performs maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of plastic injection molds and production equipment while following safety standards. You will fabricate replacement components from hand sketches, CAD models, and blueprints, conduct preventive maintenance, and track maintenance activities.

Qualifications

Tool manufacturing, tool maintenance, tool assembly, or tool repair experience preferred.
Experience with injection molding preferred.
CAD or CAM understanding preferred.
CNC or EDM experience preferred.
Position typically functions in a production environment with exposure to noise, fumes, dust, chemicals, heat/cold, and allergens.

Responsibilities

Set up and operate hand tools, machine tools, precision measuring instruments, cranes, and other equipment to fabricate, maintain, and repair molds and components.
Perform mold inspections and diagnostics using precision measuring tools and gauges to identify wear, damage, and opportunities for improvement.
Execute preventive maintenance activities, including disassembly, cleaning, inspection, repair, reassembly, and testing of molds and related equipment to ensure reliable operation.
Troubleshoot tooling and equipment issues, perform necessary repairs and modifications, and recommend solutions to complex mold and tooling challenges.
Conduct all maintenance and repair activities in accordance with company safety standards, quality requirements, and OSHA regulations while promoting a safe work environment.
Maintain accurate maintenance, repair, labor, and material records; utilize data to prioritize work, improve efficiency, and support cost-reduction initiatives.