Tooling Technician | Auburn Hills, MI | $27-28/hr | Weekly Pay

Socket.dev; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 37,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev in Auburn Hills, MI is seeking a Tooling Technician for a 2nd shift, paying $27–$28 per hour. The role focuses on preventive maintenance of injection molds and tooling, with responsibilities including operating lathes, mills, grinders, drill presses, and saws, plus SAP-based documentation.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED and 1+ year of tool room or injection mold experience. Familiarity with Hot Runner Systems and the ability to lift up to 40 lbs are a plus.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of tool room or injection mold experience
• High school diploma or GED required
• Experience with injection mold maintenance or repair preferred
• Ability to operate lathes, mills, grinders, drill presses, and saws
• Basic knowledge of Hot Runner Systems
• Ability to safely operate an overhead crane
• SAP experience is a plus

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on injection molds and tooling
• Complete Level 2 and Level 3 mold maintenance according to schedule
• Troubleshoot tooling and mold issues to keep production running
• Operate lathes, milling machines, grinders, drill presses, and saws
• Work with Hot Runner Systems
• Document mold maintenance and repairs in SAP
• Coordinate outside mold repairs when necessary
• Load/unload molds from flatbed trucks
• Maintain a safe, clean 5S work environment
• Support continuous improvement and preventive maintenance initiatives

Skills

Injection mold experience

Mechanical troubleshooting

Safety-minded

Independent worker

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Outlook

Excel

Word

Job description

Pay: $27.00–$28.00/hour

Shift: 2nd Shift

We’re hiring an experienced Tooling Technician for a 2nd shift opportunity paying $27–$28/hr. If you have experience working with injection molds, machining equipment, or tool room maintenance, this is an excellent opportunity to put your mechanical skills to work in a hands-on manufacturing environment.

What You’ll Do

• Perform preventive maintenance on injection molds and tooling
• Complete Level 2 and Level 3 mold maintenance according to scheduled requirements
• Troubleshoot tooling and mold issues to keep production runningPerform mold and tool repairs within tool room capabilities
• Operate lathes, milling machines, grinders, drill presses, and saws
• Work with and maintain Hot Runner Systems
• Document mold maintenance and repairs in SAP
• Assist with coordinating outside mold repairs when necessary
• Load and unload molds from flatbed trucks
• Safely operate an overhead crane
• Maintain tool room spare parts and inventory
• Communicate with suppliers regarding mold repairs and maintenance
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized 5S work environment
• Support continuous improvement, quality, and preventive maintenance initiatives

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma or GED
• 1+ year of tool room or injection mold experience
• Experience with injection mold maintenance or repair preferred
• Ability to operate lathes, mills, grinders, drill presses, and saws
• Basic knowledge of Hot Runner Systems
• Ability to safely operate an overhead crane
• Strong mechanical and troubleshooting skills
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word
• SAP experience is a plus
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
• Dependable, safety-minded, and comfortable working independently

We’re looking for mechanically skilled candidates who are ready to join the 2nd shift team and help keep tooling and production running at their best.