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We are seeking a 10+ years plastics mold maker to join our growing manufacturing team in Palmetto, FL.

Job Responsibilities:

+ Read and interpret CAD designs to build plastic molds accurately

+ Collaborate with engineers or designers to create functional mold designs

+ Use machines like CNC Mazak Mills, lathes, grinders and EDM machines to cut and mold components

+ Fit and assemble mold parts to ensure precise alignment and operation

+ Check molds for accuracy, defects, and functions

+ Perform trial runs to verify output quality

+ Troubleshoot and repair worn or damaged molds; perform routine maintenance

+ Select and work with material like steel, aluminum, and alloys depending on the product needs

+ Maintain tight tolerances and quality standards throughout the mold making process

+ Maintain detailed records of mold design, repairs, and modifications

Questions client could ask:

1. Can you describe the process of making an injection mold from start to finish?

2. What types of molds have you worked with (e.g., injection, blow, compression, die-casting)?

3. What CAD/CAM software are you experienced with?

4. How do you determine the best mold material for a given job?

5. What tolerances do you typically work within?

6. How do you handle mold maintenance and repair?

Experience and Skills

1. How many years have you been making molds?

2. Can you describe a particularly challenging mold you’ve built?

3. Have you worked with multi-cavity or hot runner systems?

4. How do you ensure accuracy and quality in your molds?

5. Do you have experience with CNC machining, EDM, or surface grinding?

Problem Solving

1. What would you do if a mold keeps producing parts with defects?

2. How do you diagnose and fix issues like flash, short shots, or warping?

3. Have you ever had to redesign a mold? What was the reason

Safety and Communication

1. What safety protocols do you follow in the shop?

2. How do you communicate with designers, machinists, or toolmakers?

3. Do you document your work or keep logs of mold performance

Shift: 7am-5:30 Monday-Friday

30 or more an hour based on experience

**About** : We offer medical, dental, and vision benefits, opportunities for career advancement, and a supportive work environment with low turnover.

APPLY DIRECTLY WITH AN UPDATED RESUME TO BE SET UP TO INTERVIEW!

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $37.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision

• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

• Short and long-term disability

• Health Spending Account (HSA)

• Transportation benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Palmetto,FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 14, 2025.

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.