Mold Shop Leader: Lead Maintenance & Improvement

Tank Holding Corp; North Liberty (IA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Centro, Inc. is seeking an experienced Mold Shop Leader to oversee the maintenance, repair, and readiness of production molds critical to delivering high-quality products.

This hands-on role leads the Mold Shop team, collaborates with production, engineering, and operations to keep molds safe, efficient, and cost-conscious, and drives 5S and continuous improvement initiatives. This position typically follows a Monday–Friday schedule, with 45–50 hours per week, emphasizing safety, craftsmanship,

Qualifications

• Experience leading or managing a mold shop or similar manufacturing operation.
• Hands-on leader with strong technical abilities and safety focus.
• Proficient in MIG and TIG welding and mold maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee daily Mold Shop operations.
• Prioritize and schedule mold maintenance and repair activities to support production requirements.
• Ensure molds are maintained to produce high-quality products and minimize downtime.
• Coordinate mold repairs, modifications, and improvements with Engineering and Operations teams.
• Supervise, train, and develop Mold Shop personnel.
• Promote and maintain a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with OSHA and company safety standards.
• Manage inventories of tools, equipment, and repair materials.
• Maintain accurate records of mold maintenance, repairs, and storage locations.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, including 5S and process improvement activities.
• Participate in recruiting, onboarding, and performance management of department associates.
• Experience leading or managing a mold shop, maintenance department, tool room, or similar manufacturing operation.
• Strong project planning, scheduling, and prioritization skills.
• Proficiency in MIG and TIG welding.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, squat, climb stairs, and perform repetitive hand movements throughout the workday.
• Ability to work safely in a manufacturing and mold shop environment.

Skills

Leadership

Safety culture

Problem solving

Teamwork

Scheduling

MIG welding

TIG welding

Communication

MS Office

Physical stamina

Tools

Welding equipment

Measuring tools

Forklifts

Hoists

MS Office

Job description

Centro, Inc. is seeking an experienced Mold Shop Leader to oversee the maintenance, repair, and readiness of production molds critical to delivering high-quality products.

This hands-on role leads the Mold Shop team, collaborates with production, engineering, and operations to keep molds safe, efficient, and cost-conscious, and drives 5S and continuous improvement initiatives. This position typically follows a Monday–Friday schedule, with 45–50 hours per week, emphasizing safety, craftsmanship,