Mold Repair Technician - 3rd Shift

About the Company

Pelican Products engineers high-performance protective solutions for military personnel, first responders, outdoor adventurers, and innovators. With a global presence including 11 offices, 4 manufacturing facilities, and 4 custom case centers, the company has been a trusted partner for nearly 50 years. Pelican products protect critical medical supplies, mission-essential equipment, and expedition gear in the world’s toughest conditions.

What You'll Do

You'll help prepare, maintain, balance, and repair molds used throughout the manufacturing process to support production uptime, product quality, and safe operations.

• Prepare and pre-balance molds for production based on production orders and established procedures
• Locate, transport, stage, and set up molds using forklifts and other material-handling equipment
• Calculate required mold and resin weights and balance mold lids and bodies for proper production setup
• Set up molds individually or in groups, including ganging molds when required
• Perform mold preparation activities including baking, screening, and wiring
• Perform minor mold repairs using TIG/MIG welding equipment, hand tools, and power tools
• Repair mold handles, clean parting lines, check vents, maintain mold finishes, and complete other repairs needed to keep molds production-ready
• Operate equipment such as cut-off saws, drill presses, grinders, polishing equipment, milling machines, and welding equipment
• Identify molds requiring more extensive repairs and coordinate their transfer to the mold repair shop
• Maintain accurate mold logs, diagrams, identification numbers, locations, and other critical mold information
• Maintain mold repair and pre-balancing parts inventory and order approved replacement parts when needed
• Provide production support by filling in for Roto Cast Operators during breaks, absences, or other coverage needs
• Identify and report equipment, tooling, material, quality, or safety concerns
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area while meeting established quality and production standards

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent experience
• Hands-on mechanical experience using equipment such as cut-off saws, grinders, drill presses, and hand or power tools
• Basic math skills and the ability to perform calculations used during mold setup and balancing
• Ability to follow written and verbal work instructions
• Valid driver's license and ability to successfully complete Pelican's internal forklift certification
• Comfortable working in an active manufacturing environment
• Ability to troubleshoot basic mechanical issues and determine when additional repair support is needed

Preferred Skills

• Previous TIG or MIG welding experience is a plus

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Competitive paid time off plans / Holiday pay / extra vacation purchase opportunities
• 401(k) plan with immediate company match
• Great Benefits including several medical plan options
• Health Savings Account Contribution
• Wellness Discount Program
• Global Mental Wellness Program
• Quarterly Employee Celebration Days
• Peer-to-Peer Recognition Program
• Service Recognition Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Employee discounts on Pelican Products and gear
• Beautiful New England location
• Onsite Gym
• Opportunities to work on a wide variety of manufacturing equipment and facility systems
• Career growth opportunities within Maintenance and Manufacturing Operations

Location: South Deerfield, MA
Shift: 3rd Shift

This position is located at a facility subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Applicants must be a U.S. Person as defined by ITAR (22 CFR 120.15): a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident (Green Card holder), or individual granted asylum or refugee status in the United States.