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Tigre Manufacturing
Injection Mold Maintenance and Repair Specialist
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What they do
A Molding or Casting Worker sets up and operates machines that are used to mold and cast metal or plastic parts and products.
$48,407 / year median in California
+2% projected growth
Job Description
Build the tools that move water — and your career At Tigre, water stewardship guides everything we do. As a multinational leader in civil construction products, we bring innovative solutions to plumbing, electrical, drainage, bathroom accessories, infrastructure, industrial, irrigation, painting tools, sanitary faucets, and water/effluent treatment systems. Impact you'll make Ensure safe, consistent mold performance by maintaining, repairing, modifying, and validating injection molds and related equipment—so our customers receive precise parts and our lines run efficiently. How you'll contribute Maintain molds: scheduled inspections, lubrication, corrective repairs, and design updates. Troubleshoot molding issues; distinguish process vs. mold vs. machine causes; correct wear and damage. Fabricate/repair cores, cavities, and components via mill, lathe, drill press, grinder, and other shop tools. Collaborate with process/setup technicians to confirm proper mold installation and operation. Execute preventive maintenance with full disassembly, detailed cleaning, and precise reassembly. Control spare-part inventory and coordinate external services as needed. Measure to print tolerances using dependable metrology; interpret manuals and technical documentation. Assemble special tools/fixtures; support internal tooling projects. Assist production as a setup mechanic or machine operator/grinder when required. Document work, maintain files, and order supplies/parts; operate an overhead crane safely. Work within established equipment parameters; report hazards to the Production Manager. Meet performance targets, follow all safety policies, keep the workspace clean, communicate professionally, and maintain dependable attendance; other duties as assigned. What you need to succeed High school diploma or equivalent. Technical school education and/or 2-3 years equivalent technical experience. 5+ years of hands-on mold maintenance and modification experience. Journeyman Tool & Die certificate (required). Strong understanding of injection molding processes/equipment and