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Job Title: Mold Maker

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Mold Maker to modify existing tools and fabricate new ones. The role requires the use of machines such as lathes, mills, and grinders to diagnose issues with tools and equipment. You will be responsible for inspecting tools to identify wear and damage, performing routine maintenance, and keeping detailed records of tool usage and repairs.

Responsibilities

+ Set up tools and equipment, ensuring they are calibrated and aligned within specified tolerances.

+ Modify existing tools and fabricate new ones as needed.

+ Utilize lathes, mills, and grinders for tool and die making.

+ Diagnose and implement solutions for tool and equipment issues.

+ Perform routine maintenance on tooling.

+ Keep detailed records of tool usage, repairs, and maintenance.

Essential Skills

+ 3+ years of tooling or mold making experience.

+ Experience in mold repair and mechanical work.

+ Proficiency with lathes, mills, grinders, and other toolmaking equipment.

+ Preferably have experience in injection molding.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Experience in a plastic injection molding facility is advantageous.

Why Work Here?

Join a family-oriented and laid-back environment where employee tenure averages 7-8 years. Enjoy benefits that start the first month after hiring, a 4% 401K match after 60 days, and an annual perfect attendance bonus. The company provides a shift premium for the 2nd shift, double time pay on Sundays, and uniforms. Become part of a great team culture in the maintenance department, with opportunities to earn points for gift cards through an attendance program.

Work Environment

Work in a plastic injection molding facility with approximately 400 employees. The facility is not temperature controlled, so the temperature inside is similar to the outside. This position is for the 2nd shift from 3 PM to 11:15 PM, with expected overtime, including weekends and some 12-hour shifts.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Leitchfield, Kentucky.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $52000.00 - $62400.00/yr.

Health, Vision, Dental Insurance

401K match

Generous Paid time off

Health Savings Account

Yearly Steel toe reimbursement

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Leitchfield,KY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 22, 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.