Tooling Maintenance Technician

Röchling Automotive; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Röchling Automotive is seeking a Tooling Maintenance Technician for their Akron, OH facility. The role involves performing preventive and predictive maintenance on tooling, troubleshooting various systems, and maintaining molds.

Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience in mold maintenance and a strong understanding of hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems. Familiarity with automotive quality standards like IATF 16949 is essential. Join us to support continuous improvement initiatives!

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in mold maintenance or related manufacturing environment.
• Experience with plastic injection molds, including teardown, repair, and troubleshooting.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical schematics.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on all tooling and related equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Maintain molds and preventive maintenance schedules.

Skills

Mold maintenance experience

Plastic injection molds knowledge

Blueprint reading

Hydraulic systems knowledge

Pneumatic systems knowledge

Mechanical systems knowledge

Precision measuring instruments

Manual machine operation

Preventive maintenance knowledge

Automotive quality standards

Job description

Tooling Maintenance Technician – Akron, OH

This position is located in our Akron, OH facility.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on all tooling and related equipment.
• Design, maintain, and repair fixtures, jigs, and tooling components as required.
• Perform welding, fabrication, and machining work as necessary.
• Enter and update maintenance and work order requests in the system as required; maintain accurate shift logs.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Read and interpret mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics and technical drawings.
• Plan, coordinate, and follow through on all mold repair activities.
• Maintain molds, secondary equipment, and preventive maintenance schedules to ensure optimal performance.
• Maintain familiarity with applicable quality and environmental standards, including ISO 14001 and IATF 16949.
• Support cost control initiatives, asset management, and departmental budget objectives.
• Participate in special projects and continuous improvement initiatives as assigned.
• Provide support to the Tooling Supervisor and Tooling Manager as needed.
• Ensure personal work performance meets quality standards and contributes positively to environmental compliance, workplace safety, and data security.
• Support and promote the company's quality management system through continuous learning, training, and adherence to established procedures.
• Demonstrate knowledge of Customer Specific Requirements (CSR) through training, work experience, or a combination of both.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in mold maintenance, tooling, or a related manufacturing environment.
• Experience with plastic injection molds, including mold teardown, repair, assembly, and troubleshooting.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and technical schematics.
• Strong knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems.
• Proficiency in the use of precision measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, and dial indicators.
• Experience operating manual machine shop equipment, including mills, lathes, grinders, and drill presses.
• Knowledge of preventive and predictive maintenance practices in a high‑volume manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with automotive quality standards, including IATF 16949 and Customer Specific Requirements (CSR).

If you meet the qualifications, we encourage you to apply and become part of our team.