Mold Setup Technician

IPL Schoeller; Goodyear (AZ); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

IPL Schoeller is seeking an Injection Mold Technician in Goodyear, AZ. The role focuses on setting up and maintaining plastic injection molds, performing maintenance, and supporting production with quality control.

Candidates should have hands-on experience with molds and strong safety practices. The position requires a high school diploma or GED, with mechanical tech background preferred and at least 3 years in a technical mold environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Mechanical Technology is preferred.
• 3+ years in a technical role with plastic injection molds.

Responsibilities

• Set up and remove molds, prepare for startup and perform insert change overs.
• Perform preventive mold maintenance at scheduled intervals.
• Inspect molds for defects and document quality issues.
• Assist with off-line preventive mold maintenance and required services.
• Troubleshoot and repair molds during production.
• Maintain clean, safe work area around presses and mold components.
• Operate and maintain mold equipment to ensure optimal running condition.
• Read and interpret measuring devices, gauges, and inspection tools.
• Follow Lock Out/Tag Out rules and work instructions.
• Comply with OSHA safety procedures at all times.
• Maintain communication with team for smooth production.
• Perform other related tasks as assigned.

Skills

Mold setup

Technical troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Measurement tools

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Mechanical Technology (preferred)

Tools

Injection molding equipment

Lock Out/Tag Out procedures

Job description

Who We Are

On July 1, 2025, IPL Plastics merged with Schoeller Allibert to form IPL Schoeller (the ‘company’). The Company’s operations are split across North America (11 manufacturing plants) and Europe (16 manufacturing plants).

The company is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland. IPL Schoeller is a leading manufacturer of sustainable rigid packaging solutions across a range of end market segments including returnable transit packaging, consumer and industrial packaging, environmental containers and agricultural packaging. The company employs c.4,100 employees across North America (1,600 employees) and Europe (2,500 employees.)

The role

• 1 Set up and removal of molds, prepare molds for production startup and perform insert change overs for production.


• 2 Perform preventive mold maintenance as per instruction and assigned intervals.


• 3 Inspect mold for defects and document part quality issues.


• 4 Assist with off-line bi-annual preventive mold maintenance and required mold services


• 5 Assist with any in process troubleshooting and mold repairs.


• 6 Do general housekeeping around the presses and maintain safe work environment.


• 7 Maintain cleanliness, safety and functionality of mold components, tools and equipment.


• 8 Maintain plastic injection molds and equipment is in optimal running condition.


• 9 Work independent with strong technical knowledge and good communication skills.


• 10 Responsible for following all internal and OSHA required safety procedures.


• 11 Read, use and interpret measuring devices, gauges and inspection tools.


• 12 Position, set and secure mold into molding machine, connect or disconnect mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic connections.


• 13 Following all Lock Out/Tag Out rules and work instructions.


• 14 Keep own and adjacent work area clean.


• 15 Other related job tasks or responsibilities as assigned.

What you will bring to the role:

• MINIMUM EDUCATION: High school diploma or general education degree (GED)


• PREFERRED EDUCATION: Mechanical Technology


• MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: At least 3 or more years of experience in a technical, hands-on position, experience working on plastic injection molds.


• REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE: N/A


• QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

If you have the above experience and are looking for a role where you can make a real difference,