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Skilled - Mold Maintenance Technician
 QPS Employment Group | |
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 United States, Wisconsin, Mequon | |
 Sep 17, 2026 | |
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Position Title: Mold Maintenance Technician
Wage: $26.57-$34.77/hour Based on experience Shift: 12-Hour Night shift Hours: 6:30pm-6:30am We are seeking Mold Maintenance Technicians to support plastic injection molding operations. This position is responsible for disassembling, cleaning, inspecting, maintaining, and reassembling molds to ensure they are production-ready and capable of consistently producing quality parts. This is a direct hire opportunity in Mequon, WI. Mold Maintenance Technician Responsibilities include but are not limited to: - Disassemble plastic injection molds and thoroughly clean mold components - Inspect molds for wear, damage, or other issues requiring repair - Perform insert changes and clean and properly store mold inserts - Perform daily mold/tool maintenance both in and out of injection molding presses - Complete mold setups and changeovers accurately and verify work after completion - Perform basic mold repairs, including ejector pins, locks, and other components - Troubleshoot basic electrical issues on molds - Identify and troubleshoot basic molding and tooling problems - Install replacement components and complete minor mold repairs - Reassemble molds, verify completed work, and prepare molds for production - Tag completed molds as Production Ready and transport them using a motorized pallet jack - Retrieve molds following production runs and return them to designated storage locations - Document preventive maintenance and repair activities - Maintain mold locations and maintenance records within the ERP system and tool logbook - Work closely with Lead Mold Technicians, Mold Maintenance Technicians, and supervisors when more complex repairs are required - Follow OSHA, safety, food safety, housekeeping, and PPE requirements Mold Maintenance Technician Requirements: - High school diploma or equivalent required - 3-5 years of related manufacturing experience preferred - Previous mold maintenance, tooling, or plastic injection molding experience is highly desirable - Ability to disassemble, clean, inspect, and reassemble molds - Basic mold repair and troubleshooting skills - Ability to recognize molding and tooling issues - Basic electrical troubleshooting ability as it relates to molds - Experience with hand and power tools - Basic computer skills for entering mold maintenance and location information - Strong organization, concentration, and attention to detail - Ability to learn new tooling procedures and retain technical information - Able to work independently and adjust to changing priorities - Ability to obtain and maintain required equipment/lift licenses - Comfortable climbing in and out of presses and working inside mold areas - Ability to frequently lift/carry up to 35 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds IND999 QPS Employment Group is a full-service staffing firm comprised of dedicated and passionate people with over 50 offices throughout the United States. We place great people with great companies in industrial, skilled trades, administrative, manufacturing, general labor and professional employment. Hiring immediately! Why Work with QPS? - Access to sought-after positions with leading employers - Dedicated placement specialists who will guide you through every step of the job search process Best of all, our job matching and resume assistance services are 100% free to job seekers! We will never ask you to pay a fee. Please note that QPS Employment Group may use a virtual recruiting assistant to help screen and schedule candidates efficiently. All information collected through this process is used solely for employment purposes and is handled securely in accordance with our privacy policy. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. | |