Mold Technician

Entegris, Inc.; Colorado Springs, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with employer match

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible work schedule

11 paid holidays

PTO

Education assistance

Job summary

Entegris, a leader in advanced materials solutions, is seeking a Mold Technician at its Colorado Springs campus. You will build mold inserts, interpret drawings, and maintain molds while using SAP to track work and ensure quality and safety.

This hands-on role requires precision, teamwork with engineers and cell teams, and the ability to meet schedules and support reliable manufacturing operations. Join a values-driven culture with comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities, including

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; 1–5 years tooling, mold, machining, or manufacturing experience preferred.
• Technical training, apprenticeship, or on‑the‑job tooling experience preferred.
• Basic knowledge of tooling methods, mold components, and shop practices.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high‑quality tooling that supports consistent, reliable manufacturing outcomes.
• Competence in interpreting engineering drawings, diagrams, and specifications to ensure molds are built accurately and to required tolerances.
• Works well independently and with a group on collaborative projects.
• Willingness to work occasional overtime or weekends as needed to support business demands.
• Ability to use measuring devices, hand tools and power tools

Responsibilities

• Build tool insert configurations and set up mold bases.
• Disassemble, clean, and maintain molds and inserts.
• Interpret technical drawings and blueprints with accuracy.
• Utilize SAP for tracking, documentation, and workflow management.
• Operate a variety of hand tools, including calipers, air impact wrenches, microscopes, and other precision instruments.
• Perform Level 1 PM on mold bases and inserts.
• Safely operate overhead cranes for mold handling and setup.
• Follow the build schedule to meet production timelines and quality standards.
• Understand and follow the BOM for accurate assembly and configuration.
• Communicate effectively with cell team members and tool room staff to ensure smooth operations.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Tooling experience

Mold components knowledge

Reading engineering drawings

Measuring devices use

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Calipers

Air impact wrenches

Microscopes

Lifts / forklifts

Job description

Job Title: Mold Technician Job Description: The Role: Our Colorado Springs site is seeking a Mold Technician to support our Tooling team. In this role, the Mold Technician supports manufacturing operations by building, assembling, maintaining, and servicing plastic injection molds and mold inserts used in production. Working from established procedures, blueprints, and specifications, this hands‑on role applies technical skills and attention to detail to ensure molds meet quality, safety, and performance standards. The Mold Technician collaborates with engineers, tooling specialists, and cell teams to support reliable manufacturing operations

What You’ll Do:

• Build tool insert configurations and set up mold bases
• Disassemble, clean, andmaintainplastic injection moldsand inserts
• Interpret technical drawings and blueprints with accuracy
• Utilize SAP for tracking, documentation, and workflow management
• Operate a variety of hand tools, including calipers, air impact wrenches, microscopes, and other precision instruments
• Perform Level 1 Preventive Maintenance (PM) on mold bases and inserts
• Safelyoperateoverhead cranes for mold handling and setup
• Follow the build schedule to meet production timelines and quality standards
• Understand and follow the Bill of Materials (BOM) foraccurateassembly and configuration
• Communicate effectively with cell team members and tool room support staff to ensure smooth operations
• Other duties as assigned to support business goals andobjectives

What We Seek:

• High school diploma or GED required 1–5 years of related tooling, mold, machining, or manufacturing experience preferred
• Technical training, apprenticeship, or on‑the‑job tooling experience preferred
• Basic knowledge of tooling methods, mold components, and shop practices
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high‑quality tooling that supports consistent, reliable manufacturing outcomes
• Competence in interpreting engineering drawings, diagrams, and specifications to ensure molds are built accurately and to required tolerances
• Works well independently and with a group on collaborative projects
• The willingness to work occasional overtime or weekends as needed to support business demands if needed
• Ability to use measuring devices, hand tools and power tools

Physical Requirements:

• Lift up to 40 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation
• Stand and walk for the duration of the shift
• Ability to operate lifts, forklifts, or cranes
• Climb ladders and work in industrial or manufacturing environments
• Willingness to work overtime, weekends, or holidays as business needs require
• Ability to perform repetitive and fine‑motor tasks, including pinching, grasping, twisting, bending, and reaching
• Visual acuity to inspect components, read drawings, and use precision measurement tools
• Use cleaning equipment, tools, and personal protective equipment (PPE) safely

What We Offer:

At Entegris, we invest in providing opportunity to our employees and promote from within. The new hire in this role will have the potential to grow and create relationships across the organization and be recognized for demonstrated success and adherence to company PACE values. Our total rewards package goes above and beyond just a paycheck. Whether you’re looking to build your career, improve your health, or protect your wealth, we offer generous benefits to help you achieve your goals.

• Compensation: $21-$25 hourly range with actual pay dependent on candidate overall skills for the role
• Generous 401(K) plan with an impressive employer match
• Excellent health, dental and vision insurance packages to fit your needs
• Flexible work schedule and 11 paid holidays a year
• Paid time off (PTO) policy that empowers you to take the time you need to recharge
• Education assistance to support your learning journey

Values-driven culture with colleagues that rally around People, Accountability, Creativity and Excellence. At Entegris we are committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants. Our policy is to recruit, hire, train, and reward employees for their individual abilities, achievements and experience without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, marital or military status. Entegris strongly encourages all of its employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19. At Entegris, COVID-19 vaccination is preferred but not required at this time. At Entegris, we want you to be part of our culture, which values your unique talents, skills, and experiences. We believe what we do is as important as how we do it. People at our company bring their true selves to work, and are appreciated not only for what they do, but for who they are. This plus the technical complexity of our products and solutions means you can be sure your work is both challenging and changing the world for the better.

Learn more about why people enjoy working at Entegris.