Mold Technician

westfalltech; Union City (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Westfall Technik is seeking a Mold Technician for the Union City site on a 2nd shift (3pm-11:30pm) with training on 1st shift (7am-3:30pm). The role involves constructing, repairing, and maintaining precision molds for plastic injection processes, requiring high craftsmanship and attention to detail.

The candidate should have 3+ years in mold making, be proficient with manual/CNC milling, grinding, TIG welding, and EDM machines, with proficiency in reading CAD drawings and using

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required; completion of a mold making or tool and die apprenticeship is preferred.
• 3+ years of hands-on mold making experience in a manufacturing environment (plastic injection molds specifically).
• Proficient in using manual and CNC mill/lathe and grinding machining equipment.
• Experienced in operating TIG welding and EDM machines.
• Experience in repairing hot runner molds.
• Strong knowledge of mold-making materials, heat treatment, and mold cooling systems.

Responsibilities

• Mold Construction & Fabrication
• Mold Maintenance & Repair
• Troubleshooting & Problem Solving
• Quality Assurance
• Process Support & Collaboration

Skills

Mold making

CNC milling

TIG welding

EDM machines

Reading blueprints/ drawings

CAD modeling (SolidWorks)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent; mold making apprenticeship preferred

Tools

SolidWorks

Mastercam

Visi

EDM machines

Job description

Here at Westfall Technik, we pride ourselves on being the fastest growing Plastic Injection Manufacturing Company in the USA and soon globally. While many companies outsource their work, we believe in keeping our jobs in the US. We currently support over 1,500 Team Members across 15 facilities in the US, and we are still growing.

At our Union City site, we invest in our people. Our overall success is largely attributed to our Team Members’ skills and talents, which have been impactful and essential to the growth of our business. Here, you’ll get the opportunity to test your knowledge and skills and become a critical player within Westfall. We want you to view your time at Westfall as an investment in your future.

We are currently seeking a Mold Technician-This is a 2nd shift position(3pm-11:30pm, Mon-Fri) (Training on 1st shift Mon-Fri, 7am-3:30pm)

Pay Rate: $40-$47/hr, depending on experience level

Job Overview

The Mold Technician is responsible for constructing, repairing, and maintaining precision molds used in manufacturing processes such as injection molding, die casting, or compression molding. This role requires high-level craftsmanship, attention to detail, and expertise in working with metal and machining tools. The Mold Maker ensures molds meet design specifications and tolerances for quality production.

Key Responsibilities

1. Mold Construction & Fabrication
2. Mold Maintenance & Repair
3. Troubleshooting & Problem Solving
4. Quality Assurance
5. Process Support & Collaboration

Job & Experience Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; completion of a mold making or tool and die apprenticeship preferred.
• 3+ years of hands‑on experience in mold making in a manufacturing environment (plastic injection molds specifically).
• Proficient in using manual and CNC mill/lathe and grinding machining equipment.
• Experienced in operating welding(TIG) and EDM machines.
• Experience in repairing hot runner molds
• Strong knowledge of mold-making materials, heat treatment processes, and mold cooling systems.
• Experience working with molds using core pull sequence
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and CAD models.
• SolidWorks, Mastercam, Visi experience
• Skilled in tight‑tolerance work and complex tooling assemblies.(Rack system)
• High attention to detail and precision.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Manual dexterity and hand‑eye coordination.
• Extended periods of standing, bending, and working with hand tools and machinery.

Work Environment

The work environment is usually in an office within a manufacturing facility with low to moderate noise level. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a Team Member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Westfall -Technik is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, religious creed, physical disability, mental disability, age for individuals age 40 and over, medical condition (as defined by state law (for example, cancer or genetic characteristics or HIV/AIDS), marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits,Team Member activities and general treatment during employment