Senior Mold Technician

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Mold Technician Job Description

Position: Mold Technician
Company: Tenn Tex Plastics Inc. (A Marmon Holdings Company)
Department: Production/Maintenance
Reports To: Plant Manager
Location: Colfax NC

Overview:
Tenn Tex Plastics a leader in the injection molding industry and part of the Marmon Holdings family is seeking a Senior Mold Technician with 5 years of hands-on mold and processing experience. This individual will play a critical role in mold setup maintenance and process optimization to ensure consistent high-quality production. The ideal candidate is highly skilled in troubleshooting experienced with injection molding equipment and materials and capable of mentoring junior team members.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform and oversee complex mold changes setups and machine adjustments in accordance with production schedules.
• Lead troubleshooting and processing adjustments to resolve mold and molding issues minimizing downtime and ensuring consistent quality.
• Set monitor and refine processing parameters (e.g. temperature pressure injection speed cooling time) for optimal cycle time and part integrity.
• Inspect clean and conduct in-depth maintenance on molds to ensure they are in excellent working condition.
• Guide and assist in mold installation and precision alignment using advanced tools and measuring equipment.
• Work closely with process engineers and quality assurance to analyze production data and implement improvements.
• Train and mentor junior mold technicians in both mechanical and processing best practices.
• Maintain detailed records of mold setups repairs and processing changes.
• Maintain a clean safe and organized work area while adhering to all company safety standards.
• Effectively communicate equipment concerns process inefficiencies and improvement suggestions to supervisors and relevant departments.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical certification in mold technology plastics processing or related field preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Mold Technician in an injection molding environment including hands-on processing responsibilities.
• Extensive knowledge of injection molding machines tools and thermoplastic materials.
• Strong troubleshooting skills with a proven ability to resolve both mechanical and process-related issues.
• Proficient in using measuring tools interpreting blueprints and following technical documentation.
• Physically capable of lifting up to 50 lbs. and performing tasks such as standing bending and kneeling for extended periods.
• Excellent communication documentation and organizational skills.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Work Environment:
Manufacturing floor with exposure to machinery noise and temperature variations.
Frequent standing bending and lifting up to 50 lbs.

Why Join Tenn Tex Plastics
Competitive compensation and benefits.
Opportunities for career growth and development within the Marmon Holdings network.
Be part of an innovative team committed to excellence in the molding injection industry.

If you are a skilled Mold Technician ready to contribute to a growing and dynamic team we encourage you to apply today!

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process please email your request to and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.