Tooling and Mold Technician

Apex Placement & ConsultingMcPherson, KS, US

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Job Description

Apex is proud to partner with one of our premier clients, in search of a Tooling and Mold Technician in McPherson, KS who thrives on troubleshooting, and determining the correct actions to take to resolve the issues. Our client has been a leader in their industry for more than 50 years!

What's in it for you?

This is a Direct Hire opportunity - you'll work directly for our client!
Day shift opportunity to meet your scheduling needs!
Competitive pay rates based on experience - $25.00-$35.00 hourly
Paid Time Off – Start accruing PTO from day one!
10 Paid Holidays per year.
Comprehensive Benefits – Medical, dental, and vision coverage, including free virtual visits with no copay.
Employer-Paid Disability Coverage – Short-term disability with paycheck protection (available after one year) and long-term disability.
401k with Company Match

What you'll be doing :

Proven ability to perform effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple tasks.

Highly organized with strong troubleshooting and planning abilities; consistently demonstrates efficiency and attention to detail

Capable of working independently and exercising sound judgment; self-motivated and proactive with strong forward planning skills.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to collaborate effectively with customers and team members across the organization.

Proficient in basic computer applications.

Strong team player with the ability to contribute in a collaborative environment.

Basic welding, spotting / benching, and machining experience preferred.

Advanced mechanical aptitude with strong troubleshooting capabilities

In-depth knowledge of injection molds and their components, including valve gates, hot runners, and hydraulic systems, with the ability to perform repairs as needed.

Must provide and maintain a personal set of essential tools required for the role.

What you bring to the table :

2+ years of experience troubleshooting injection molding and secondary equipment.

Solid understanding of plant machinery, including electronics, hydraulics, pneumatics, and HVAC systems.

Proficient in interpreting complex technical instructions presented in mathematical, schematic, or diagram formats, and capable of solving both abstract and practical problems.

Ability to read, comprehend, and apply information from safety guidelines, equipment manuals, maintenance procedures, and operational documents.

Demonstrated expertise in diagnosing and maintaining plant systems, with strong functional knowledge across mechanical and electronic components.

At Apex, we actively encourage applications from underrepresented groups. Your unique experiences and perspectives are valuable to us, and we’re excited to see how you might contribute to our team. While we have outlined a set of qualifications for this role, we recognize that experience and skills can come from a variety of backgrounds. If you meet most of these qualifications and are eager to learn and grow with us, we invite you to apply.

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Tooling Technician • McPherson, KS, US