Tool & Die Technician – On-Site Mold & Die Expert

ABB Inc; Portland (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB Inc. in Portland, TN is seeking a skilled Tool & Die Technician to troubleshoot and repair injection and compression molds and progressive dies. You will work from engineering drawings, fabricate replacement parts, and perform mold changeovers to keep production moving.

The role requires 3–5 years in Tool & Die, knowledge of hydraulics and PLCs, TIG welding, and the ability to make technical repair decisions. On-site work with a focus on safety and 5S in the workspace.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; technical education preferred.
• 3–5 years experience in Tool & Die repairing and building of compression/injection molds and progressive dies.
• Knowledge of hydraulics and PLCs; ability to troubleshoot and diagnose mold issues.
• Ability to make technical decisions for mold & die repair, replacements and fitting of parts.
• Experience with TIG welding and electrical checks on heaters, thermocouples, and heat controllers.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair injection and compression molds and progressive dies, and plan actions to restore production.
• Fabricate jigs, fixtures, and replacement parts from engineering drawings and sketches.
• Repair cylinders, install/adjust proximity switches on molds with cams and slides; apply hydraulics and PLC knowledge.
• Sketch and weld damaged mold sections; use EDM to restore original contours.
• Perform minor mold repairs and manage mold changeovers in a timely manner.

Skills

Mold repair & changeovers

Hydraulics knowledge

PLC knowledge

Tig welding

Electrical testing

Troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Technical education

Tools

EDM machine

Precision hand tools

Machining tools

Job description

ABB Inc. in Portland, TN is seeking a skilled Tool & Die Technician to troubleshoot and repair injection and compression molds and progressive dies. You will work from engineering drawings, fabricate replacement parts, and perform mold changeovers to keep production moving.

The role requires 3–5 years in Tool & Die, knowledge of hydraulics and PLCs, TIG welding, and the ability to make technical repair decisions. On-site work with a focus on safety and 5S in the workspace.