Mold Technician

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Mold Technician Job Description The Mold Technician will be responsible for changing over molds in the injection molding machines between production runs. This role involves ensuring machine setup, safe operation, and equipment safety features are properly functioning. Responsibilities Train and assist associates in performing preventive maintenance assignments. Perform machine setup, operate machinery safely, and ensure safety features are functioning. Record and dispose of scrap accurately and complete rework at the end of each day. Perform lock-out and tag-out (LOTO) procedures for clearing equipment faults and restoring machine energy. Inform Team Leader or Production Manager of any quality or safety issues. Complete paperwork and data entry accurately. Inspect and measure parts and products to verify conformance to specifications. Assist in monitoring and maintaining all TPM Goals including Safety, Scrap, Customer Defects, and In-Process Defects. Support and participate in continual improvement projects for Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS). Perform maintenance on equipment in specific work areas and make necessary machine adjustments to produce quality parts. Operate heavy equipment including cranes and forklifts. Essential Skills Experience in a manufacturing environment. Ability to stand for shifts outside of break time. Good interpersonal skills. Knowledge of Microsoft Office, Excel, Outlook, etc. Ability to regularly lift and move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds or more. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience in mold setting, injection molding, blow molding, and manufacturing. Skills in machine operation, mold handling, mechanical tasks, hand tool usage, production control, and troubleshooting. Why Work Here? Join a workplace that values safety, continual improvement, and the development of technical skills. Experience a collaborative environment where your contributions to quality and safety are appreciated. Work Environment The work environment includes a manufacturing setting where employees are expected to perform physical tasks such as lifting and standing for extended periods. Shifts are available across three time frames: 1st shift from 7 am to 3:30 pm, 2nd shift from 3:30 pm to 11 pm, and 3rd shift from 11 pm to 7:30 am. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Lafayette, IN. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $36360.00 - $38480.00/yr. great benefits - ask Jake for details Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Lafayette,IN. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 4, 2026.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry - from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.