Plastics Manufacturing Mold Technician

Rehrig Pacific Company, Inc.; De Soto (KS); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Rehrig Pacific Company, Inc. in De Soto, Kansas is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician specializing in injection molding. Candidates must have at least 5 years of experience and be proficient in diagnosing and repairing injection molds, including electrical and hydraulic systems.

This position emphasizes teamwork, with responsibilities in preventative maintenance, repair tasks, and knowledge sharing. Rehrig Pacific values its employees and maintains a commitment to an inclusive workplace culture.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in injection molding, tool and die, or equivalent background.
• Proficiency in repairing hot runner systems, especially valve gate systems.
• Working knowledge of hydraulics and electrical wiring for sensors.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on injection molds.
• Diagnose issues to maximize uptime and troubleshooting.
• Teach new skills to team members.

Skills

Troubleshooting and diagnostic skills

CNC operation

Injection molding expertise

Teamwork and communication skills

Forklift certification

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Mills

Lathes

CNC machinery

Forklift

Overhead crane

Job description

What You’ll Do:

• Safely and efficiently perform varying levels of preventative maintenance, tooling changeovers, and mold repairs on injection molds. This role is critical in supporting customer expectations and driving plant metrics such as production efficiency by ensuring the highest possible reliability and uptime.
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on molds and tooling to keep them in top operating condition.
• Complete in-press mold checks and make‑ready preparations to keep production running smoothly.
• Diagnose and repair injection molds (electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, hot runner systems, etc.) to maximize uptime.
• Troubleshoot issues such as sticking parts, water leaks, and hydraulic cylinder problems, often collaborating with other departments.
• Machine individual mold components using CNC mills, standard mills, and lathes.
• Maintain proper surface finishes for optimal part release.
• Disassemble molds and hot runners for periodic maintenance and repairs.
• Share your expertise by teaching new skills to team members.
• Follow all safety and quality standards while completing accurate documentation.

What We’re Looking For:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 5+ years of experience in injection molding, tool and die, or equivalent background.
• Proficiency in repairing hot runner systems, especially valve gate systems.
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills to quickly resolve issues.
• Hands‑on experience with mills, lathes, CNC, cranes, and rigging.
• Forklift certification and overhead crane experience.
• Familiarity with large molds (40,000–90,000 lbs.) and stack molds.
• Working knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical wiring for sensors and switches.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.

Why Rehrig Pacific Company?

Rehrig Pacific is a leading manufacturer of integrated sustainable solutions for the supply chain and environmental waste industries with a diverse customer list of industry leaders. We provide end‑to‑end solutions including returnable plastic products, delivery lifts and sleds, technology to track those assets, and a service team to ensure their longevity. Our team is dedicated to the values, mission, and unique culture within our organization that celebrate our people. We believe in fostering an environment where employees can be their authentic selves and know that they are viewed as integral members of the Rehrig Pacific Family.

Rehrig Pacific Company is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.