Mould Maintenance Technician

Job Purpose

To ensure the proper maintenance, repair, and availability of injection moulds to support uninterrupted production, maintain mould life, and ensure product quality.

Key Responsibilities Mould Maintenance & Repair

• Perform preventive, corrective, and breakdown maintenance of plastic injection moulds
• Dismantle, clean, inspect, assemble, and test moulds as per standard procedures
• Identify wear, damage, or defects in mould components and take corrective action
• Replace or repair mould components such as cores, cavities, ejector pins, sleeves, sliders, lifters, and cooling lines

Preventive Maintenance

• Carry out scheduled mould preventive maintenance (PM) as per PM plan
• Maintain mould maintenance checklists and records
• Ensure proper lubrication, rust prevention, and storage of moulds

Troubleshooting & Support

• Support production during mould-related issues (flash, short shot, burrs, sticking, part damage, water leakage, etc.)
• Coordinate with production and process teams to resolve mould issues quickly
• Assist in mould trials, new mould validation, and engineering changes

Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain mould history cards, maintenance logs, and breakdown records
• Follow safety rules, 5S, TPM, and company SOPs
• Support internal and external audits (ISO, IATF, customer audits, etc.)

Safety

• Follow all safety guidelines while handling moulds and tools
• Tool management in the tool room
• Use PPE and safe lifting practices during mould handling

Skills & Competencies Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of plastic injection mould construction and working
• Hands-on experience in mould assembly and disassembly
• Knowledge of different mould systems: hot runner, cold runner, 2-plate, 3-plate
• Ability to read mould drawings and understand tolerances
• Familiarity with mould materials, surface finishes, and polishing basics

Behavioral Skills

• Problem-solving and analytical thinking
• Good communication and teamwork
• Time management and ability to work under pressure
• Attention to detail

Qualification & Experience

• Education: ITI / Diploma in Tool & Die Making, Fitter, Machinist, or equivalent
• Experience:
• 2–5 years of experience in injection mould maintenance (preferred)
• Experience in automotive / medical / packaging plastics is an advantage

Job Type: Permanent

Pay: ₹25,000.00 - ₹35,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Food provided
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person