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US Conec

Mold Maker - 2nd Shift

US Conec, Hickory, North Carolina, United States, 28601

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Join US Conec for the Mold Maker – 2nd Shift (2:30pm – 10:30pm).

US Conec, Ltd. is a trusted, global company that prides itself on engineering excellence—creating innovative connectivity solutions that support today's most important technologies. We foster a friendly, inclusive culture that values teamwork, creativity, and mutual respect. With competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and a supportive environment, this is a place where you can build your future—whether your interests lie in manufacturing, engineering, operations, or beyond.

Overview Provide technician-level support to production and engineering initiatives related to injection molds used in thermoplastic black and thermoplastic clear production areas. This role supports mold setup, adjustment, cleaning, troubleshooting, and maintenance to ensure products meet established quality standards. Complete, accurate, and timely documentation of all mold‑related activities is required.

Responsibilities

Take direction from Engineers and Supervisors in support of current projects and production requirements

Perform mold maintenance, troubleshoot quality issues, and implement corrective actions

Modify and/or adjust mold components in accordance with established policies and procedures to achieve acceptable quality levels

Establish, maintain, and update accurate records of all mold adjustments, maintenance, and change activities

Interpret plastic part measurement data and communicate results to support team decision‑making

Follow and understand quality control systems associated with molded parts and tooling

Assist with periodic product and process qualifications as required

Additional duties and/or overtime may be required based on business needs

Must Haves

Minimum of three (3) years of experience in a medium‑volume injection molding manufacturing environment

Strong working knowledge of injection molds, precision measurement tools, engineering‑grade materials, and manual shop equipment

Experience working with very small mold components, including use of microscopes

Ability to interpret plastic part measurement data and apply findings to troubleshooting and adjustments

Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills

Proficiency with standard PC applications, including Microsoft Office

Nice to Haves

Journeyman Mold Maker certification or completion of a Mold Making Apprenticeship

Associate’s Degree in a technical or engineering‑related field (Mechanical Engineering, Plastics Engineering, Plastics Technology, or similar)

Experience supporting engineering‑driven projects or product/process qualifications

Background working in high‑precision or regulated manufacturing environments

Join US Conec today and be part of a team that values each other, promotes innovation and growth, and strives to exceed customer expectations in everything we do.

US Conec is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level Employment type: Part‑time Job function: Management and Manufacturing Industries: Telecommunications

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