Injection Mold Tool Maker
Spartanburg, SCFull-time$30–40/hrSeen 2w agoSeen in employer's feed 1 day ago
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Job overview
Fluor seeks an Injection Mold Tool Maker in Spartanburg, South Carolina, to maintain, repair, and modify more than 100 active plastic injection molds. The role focuses on mold repair, preventative maintenance, engineering changes, and fitting new molds or details; it does not involve building new molds from scratch. The position is a full-time, direct-hire role with second- or third-shift schedules.
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Injection Mold Tool Maker
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Posted
23 September 2026
Start date
30 November 2026
Salary Range
USD
62400
- 83200
per Year
LocationSpartanburg
Job type Permanent
Discipline Industrial Manufacturing , Automotive
Reference170271
Job Function Technician , Welder
Job description
Job Title: Injection Mold Tool Maker
Location: Spartanburg SC
Duration: Full time/Direct Hire
Compensation: $30 - $40 per hour
Shifts: 2 nd shift Monday – Friday (3pm – 11pm) and 3 rd shift Sunday – Thursday (11pm -7am) Overtime as needed
Position Summary
We are seeking a skilled Injection Mold Tool Maker to maintain, repair, and modify our inventory of over 100 active plastic injection molds. In this role, you will not build new molds from scratch. Instead, you will focus on mold repair, preventative maintenance, engineering change modifications, and spotting in new molds or details.
Key Responsibilities
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Mold Repair: Diagnose and repair damaged, worn, or malfunctioning injection molds to minimize production downtime.
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Engineering Changes: Modify existing mold components and details to reflect engineering design updates.
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Spotting & Fitting: Spot in and fit new molds, core/cavity inserts, and replacement details to ensure precise shut-offs.
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Manual Machining: Set up and operate manual toolroom machinery including mills, lathes, and grinders (no CNC operation required).
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Precision Tooling Welding: Perform high-precision TIG and micro-laser welding to repair parting lines, gates, and worn tool details.
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Hand Bench Work: Execute precise hand polishing, fitting, deburring, and bench assembly of complex mold components.
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Preventative Maintenance: Perform routine mold teardowns, cleanings, inspections, and lubrication per production schedules.
Required Qualifications
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Experience: Minimum 3–5 years of dedicated experience in plastic injection mold repair or toolmaking.
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Welding Skills: Proven proficiency in both TIG welding and precision laser welding for tool steels.
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Machining Skills: Strong competency operating manual toolroom equipment (mills, lathes, surface grinders).
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Technical Literacy: Ability to read and accurately interpret 2D engineering drawings, blue prints, and tool schematics.
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Precision Measurement: Expert use of precision measuring instruments including micrometers, calipers, indicators, and height gauges.
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Problem Solving : Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills to identify tool wear, flashing issues, and parting line defects.
Physical Requirements
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Ability to safely lift and maneuver heavy mold components up to 50 lbs.
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Excellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity for prolonged, intricate bench work.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; age; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity; religion; national origin; disability; veteran status; genetic information; or any other criteria protected by governing law.
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