Mold Technician - Injection Molding & Maintenance

Rehrig Pacific Company, Inc.; Buckeye (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Rehrig Pacific Company is seeking an experienced mold maintenance technician to service injection molds, repair hot runner systems, and maximize equipment uptime. You will work with mills, lathes, CNC, and cranes to support production and ensure quality releases across large molds weighing tens of tons.

The role requires strong troubleshooting skills, forklift operation, and the ability to collaborate with multiple departments while upholding safety and documentation standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 5+ years in injection molding, tooling, or related field.
• Repairing hot runner systems, especially valve gates.
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
• Experience with mills, lathes, CNC, cranes, and rigging.
• Forklift certification and overhead crane experience.
• Familiar with large molds (40,000-90,000 lbs).
• Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical wiring.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Troubleshooting

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Mills

Lathes

CNC

Cranes

Rigging

Forklift

Job description

Rehrig Pacific Company is seeking an experienced mold maintenance technician to service injection molds, repair hot runner systems, and maximize equipment uptime. You will work with mills, lathes, CNC, and cranes to support production and ensure quality releases across large molds weighing tens of tons.

The role requires strong troubleshooting skills, forklift operation, and the ability to collaborate with multiple departments while upholding safety and documentation standards.