Injection Mold Technician
Rehrig Pacific Company · Pleasant Prairie, WI · 5 days ago
EngineeringFull-time
Duties and Responsibilities of Job
- Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on molds and tooling to keep them in top operating condition.
- Complete in-press mold checks and make-ready preparations to keep production running smoothly.
- Diagnose and repair injection molds (electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, hot runner systems, etc.) to maximize uptime.
- Troubleshoot issues such as sticking parts, water leaks, and hydraulic cylinder problems, often collaborating with other departments.
- Machine individual mold components using CNC mills, standard mills, and lathes.
- Maintain proper surface finishes for optimal part release.
- Disassemble molds and hot runners for periodic maintenance and repairs.
- Share your expertise by teaching new skills to team members.
- Follow all safety and quality standards while completing accurate documentation.
What Were Looking For
- A High School Diploma or equivalent.
- 5+ years of experience in injection molding, tool and die, or equivalent background.
- Proficiency in repairing hot runner systems, especially valve gate systems.
- Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills to quickly resolve issues.
- Hands-on experience with mills, lathes, CNC, cranes, and rigging.
- Forklift certification and overhead crane experience.
- Familiarity with large molds (40,000-90,000 lbs.) and stack molds.
- Working knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical wiring for sensors and switches.
- Strong teamwork and communication skills.
Why Rehrig Pacific Company?
Rehrig Pacific is a leading manufacturer of integrated sustainable solutions for the supply chain and environmental waste industries. We provide end-to-end solutions including returnable plastic products, delivery lifts and sleds, technology to track those assets, and a service team to ensure their longevity. Our team is dedicated to celebrating our people and fostering an environment where employees can be their authentic selves.
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