Part-Time Mold Shop Technician

ALPLA Group; Kansas City (MO); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

ALPLA is seeking a part-time Mold Shop Technician in Kansas City, MO to perform mold cleaning, inspection, maintenance, repairs and manage mold spare parts inventory. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy and meeting production timelines.

Requirements include a High School Diploma and 3+ years of related experience; technical college or apprenticeship is preferred. Reading technical drawings and working with milling machines, lathes and surface grinders are essential.

Qualifications

• Read, draw, and communicate technical drawings.
• Proficient with milling machines, lathes, and surface grinders.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Perform mold maintenance including cleaning, inspection and preventive maintenance.
• Repair/modify parts as needed and report changes to supervisor.
• Maintain accurate mold-related drawings and spare parts records.
• Coordinate with production planners to align mold activities with production goals.
• Liaise with external mold vendors and ensure timely documentation.

Skills

Technical drawings

Machining tools

Physical tolerance

Education

High school diploma

Three+ years experience

Technical college or apprenticeship preferred

Job description

ALPLA is seeking a part-time Mold Shop Technician in Kansas City, MO to perform mold cleaning, inspection, maintenance, repairs and manage mold spare parts inventory. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy and meeting production timelines.

Requirements include a High School Diploma and 3+ years of related experience; technical college or apprenticeship is preferred. Reading technical drawings and working with milling machines, lathes and surface grinders are essential.