Mold Maker - Pineville Molding

IPEX is one of the North Americas leading providers of advanced plastic piping systems. Our mission is to shape a better tomorrow by connecting people with water and energy.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Mold Maker! This role will be based out of our Injection Molding plant located in Pineville NC.

The successful candidate will be able to operate machine shop equipment for the purposes of supporting successful product production. These activities are to be conducted while ensuring and maximizing safety product quality production output housekeeping and cost control to achieve plant goals.

Position offers:

• FullTime Permanent Position with Comprehensive Benefits reimbursement of COBRA costs while transitioning to IPEX benefits
• 12 paid holidays every calendar year
• Plant annual bonus program
• 12hour shift schedule 4 on 4 off; 84 hours biweekly) with biweekly pay
• Relocation may be available

• Manufacture new mold components and complete repairs and modifications to existing molds and tooling.
• Troubleshoot mold operational problems determine corrective actions and implement those actions.
• Actively participate in the 5S SAFE and continuous improvement programs and continuous participation in all facility waste management and environmentally related programs and training.
• Technical understanding of production planning techniques basic understanding of quality management standards lean manufacturing and safety requirements/laws (ISO 9001 Six Sigma 5S etc..
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of mold making production setup and plastic injection molding.

Knowledge and Experience

• Minimum 18 years of age.
• Able to coordinate and prioritize multiple responsibilities at the same time.
• Able to optimally communicate with all levels of the organization.
• Knowledge of all machine functions in the molding shop.
• General skills for use of various measuring tools.
• Knowledge of CAM programs (EdgeCAM) and CNC machining practices in a shop environment.
• Basic trigonometry skills for measuring cuts compounding and deciphering angles and other math related requirements.
• Advanced mechanical proficiency.
• Intermediate CNC machining knowledge.
• Strong time management and organization skills and able to deal with varying levels of complexity.
• Able to work independently with minimal direction.
• State/Federal approved Mold Maker or Tool & Die Journeymans Card is an asset.
• Must have the ability to read write and do advanced mathematics.
• Must be licensed to operate forklift truck pallet truck and other material handling equipment and able to use basic hand tools.
• Have an understanding of all procedures and instructions as required by ANSI/ASQC A9002.
• Successful candidate must successfully complete a drug screen physical and background check.

• 401K plan with company matching up to 5.
• Comprehensive Health Dental and Vision coverage options; reimbursement of COBRA costs while transitioning to IPEX benefits
• Basic safety equipment (i.e. safety glasses ear plugs) will be provided
• Paid Holidays and Vacation

Working Conditions

• Requires good mobility and involves considerable routine walking standing for long periods bending and heavy lifting up to a maximum of 50 lbs.
• Fastpaced environment where a considerable amount of sensory attention is required.

IPEX is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities throughout the recruitment process and upon request will work with qualified job applicants to provide suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account the applicants accessibility needs due to disability. Accommodation requests are available to candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process for IPEX jobs. To request an accommodation please contact HR at