Job Description

Mold Mechanic Specialist – Injection Molding (1st Shift)

Slaterville, RI | $25–$30/HR

We are hiring a hands-on Mold Mechanic Specialist to support injection molding presses and mold support equipment on 1st shift (6:42am–3:12pm). This is a long-term opportunity created by a planned retirement, offering stability, training, and the chance to step into a critical role.

If you have real, hands-on experience working on injection molding presses and enjoy mechanical troubleshooting, this role is built for you.

What You’ll Do

• Maintain and repair injection molding presses and mold support equipment

• Perform mold changeovers (remove/install molds in presses)

• Troubleshoot hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, and basic electrical systems

• Repair hydraulic leaks; replace hoses, gaskets, valves, pumps, and motors

• Perform preventive maintenance to minimize downtime

• Read and work from hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical prints/schematics

• Clean screws, nozzles, tie bars, ways, and press areas

• Communicate with outside vendors as needed

• Maintain accurate maintenance records and parts inventory

• Respond to emergency maintenance issues when required

What We’re Looking For

Required

• 5+ years hands-on experience with injection molding presses

• Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills

• Experience with hydraulics and pneumatics

• Ability to read schematics and prints

• High School Diploma or GED

Nice to Have

• Trade school or technical coursework

• Mold controllers, HMIs, or computer-based machine experience

• Plastics manufacturing background

• Electrical safety knowledge

• Experience guiding or supporting other technicians

Why This Role

• 1st shift, stable schedule

• Retirement-backed opening (not a backfill churn)

• Ongoing paid technical training

• Competitive hourly pay with flexibility for strong talent

• Small maintenance team with autonomy and hands-on work

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