PDS Tech Commercial is seeking a talented Mold Technician II to join one of our client’s world‑renowned manufacturing teams. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic environment where innovation, precision, and cutting‑edge technology come together to create products trusted by elite athletes and customers across the globe.
Location: Foothill Ranch, CA
Pay Rate: $33.20/hour
Schedule: Monday - Friday 7AM to 3:30PM
The Mold Technician II is responsible for maintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting injection molds and tooling used in production. This role ensures molds are set up correctly, operating efficiently, and meeting quality specifications. The technician will work closely with engineering, production, and maintenance teams to support safe, accurate, and efficient molding processes.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Read and understand tooling drawings and follow instructions.
Responsible for the correct disassembly and assembly molds in a safe and timely manner
Ability to clean molds and assist Maintenance Technicians when needed.
Work to a schedule and meet deadlines in a timely manner.
Maintain a clean and well-organized work area.
Utilize measuring equipment that include micrometers, calipers, height gage, bore micrometers, etc.
Assist in the monitoring process to help keep a reasonable component inventory in stock.
Reduce machine downtime.
Maintain all tools and equipment that are used including the daily cleaning of tool room machinery.
Assist in maintaining records on the computerized maintenance management system.
Work with little or no supervision when given clear direction.
Work with Process Engineers to trouble shoot issues with tool or improve on.
Ability to work on the production floor with tool in press to correct any issue to keep down time at a minimum.
Ability to operate a Surface grinder with in a + or - .0002 on critical details.
Ability to operate a Bridgeport/Lathe with in a + or - .001 tolerance.
Knowledge of Manifold systems Example: Mold Master, Synventive, etc.
Able to polish and bench details.
Ability to fit new detail and spot in.
Ability to troubleshoot issues and repair.
Other duties as assigned
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma or equivalent.
1 to 3 years of hands-on experience in a tool room involving plastic injection mold repair or mold maintenance
Must be a team player and educate and share ideals when needed.
Knowledge and understanding of mold and die components and their respective characteristics.
Ability to read and understand tooling drawings.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Basic computer skills.
Willingness to learn new technologies.
Ability to handle multiple projects concurrently
Initiative and proactive behavior in work environment
Ability to work more than 8-hours a day, weekends and holidays as needed
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSTool making certificate working in die cast or plastic injection molding
5 to 8 years of hands-on experience in a tool room involving plastic injection mold repair or mold maintenance
3 to 5 years of experience using hand operated tool room equipment. SAP or other CMMS experience. Prototype Tool making experience
Injection Molding process Experience
Toolmaker/Mold Maker Journeyman certification preferred
Trade School or College
Must either own or be able to obtain basic hand tools required to complete job responsibilities.
Pay Details: $33.20 per hour
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
- The California Fair Chance Act
- Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
- Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
