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Sterling Engineering, Inc.
Tooling Technician (Mold Maker)
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What they do
A Hazardous Materials Worker assists with removing or storing hazardous materials from buildings or industrial or accident sites. Removes asbestos or lead from houses, or assists with moving and storing radioactive materials, or assists with clean up at a chemical spill.
$47,564 / year median in Illinois
+11% projected growth
Job Description
Mold Maker /
Competitive hourly pay ($25 - $35/hr)Stable manufacturing environmentOpportunity to work with skilled engineering and production teamsHands-on role where your tooling expertise directly impacts production successAll applications will be kept confidential in accordance with EEO guidelines. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
Tooling Technician Pay:
$25 - $35/hrSchedule:
Full-time Location:
Manufacturing Environment OverviewWe are seeking an experienced Mold Maker / Tooling Technician to support the maintenance, repair, and performance of injection molding tooling in a manufacturing environment. This role plays a critical part in keeping production running efficiently by ensuring molds are properly maintained, repaired, and production-ready. If you enjoy hands-on technical work, troubleshooting tooling issues, and collaborating with engineering and production teams, this is a great opportunity to bring your expertise to a stable manufacturing operation. Key ResponsibilitiesPerform repair, maintenance, and troubleshooting of injection molds to support production operationsWork closely with engineering, production, and tooling teams to resolve mold and molding issuesIdentify and implement solutions for complex mold problems within injection molding processesCreate and manage work orders for mold service and repairs while maintaining proper documentationVerify molds are production-ready and communicate tooling conditions to engineering and production teamsAssist in coordinating tooling repairs and improvementsTrain team members on equipment and processes within the tool repair departmentFollow company policies including ISO standards, safety procedures, and continuous improvement initiativesPerform other related duties as neededQualificationsHigh School Diploma or equivalent5+ years of experience in mold making, mold repair, or injection mold processes strongly preferredStrong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skillsAbility to lift up to 35 lbsBasic computer skills, including Microsoft Office and engineering-related softwareWork EnvironmentThis role is based in a clean manufacturing and warehouse environment with moderate to high noise levels and requires hands-on work with tooling and equipment. Why Join Us?Competitive hourly pay ($25 - $35/hr)Stable manufacturing environmentOpportunity to work with skilled engineering and production teamsHands-on role where your tooling expertise directly impacts production successAll applications will be kept confidential in accordance with EEO guidelines. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.