Lead Mold Maintenance Technician (Band IX)

Job DetailsJob Location: Rutland, VT 05701Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $29.20 - $40.00 HourlyJob Shift: 1st ShiftMake an Impact Where It Matters

We’re looking for a skilled Lead Mold Maintenance Technician to take ownership of mold performance, team leadership, and continuous improvement in a high-performing injection molding environment. In this role, you won’t just maintain molds—you’ll drive uptime, mentor technicians, and partner across teams to ensure world-class quality and efficiency.

If you’re a hands-on leader who thrives on solving complex problems and improving processes, this is an opportunity to step into a highly visible, high-impact role.




What You’ll Do

As a key leader on our maintenance team, you will:


Lead & Develop a Team – Guide, support, and hold accountable a team of mold maintenance technicians while reinforcing safety and quality standards
Own Mold Performance – Perform preventive maintenance, repairs, and full tear-downs/rebuilds to ensure molds are production-ready
Troubleshoot with Expertise – Diagnose and resolve mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical issues quickly to minimize downtime
Drive Quality – Inspect molds and molded parts, partnering with production to ensure consistent, high-quality output
Collaborate Cross-Functionally – Work closely with engineering and production teams to solve problems and improve processes
Improve the Operation – Identify and implement opportunities to reduce downtime and increase Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)
Manage Tools & Inventory – Ensure critical parts, tools, and supplies are available when needed
Document & Standardize – Maintain accurate maintenance records and help evolve SOPs and best practices





Why You’ll Want to Work Here

We believe in rewarding our employee-owners and creating a stable, supportive work environment:


Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – Build long-term wealth
Annual Profit Sharing
Comprehensive Benefits – Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k)
Weekly Pay
Consistent, Year-Round Schedules
Paid Holidays
Company Gear & Additional Perks


Compensation

$29.20 – $40/hour
($60,736 - $83,200 annually), based on experience and qualifications




Ready to Lead and Make a Difference?

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and play a critical role in a growing, team-oriented manufacturing environment, we’d love to hear from you.
QualificationsWhat You Bring

We’re looking for a strong technical leader with:


5+ years of mold maintenance experience, including 2+ years in a leadership or supervisory role
Deep expertise in mold repair and injection molding systems
Strong knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics
Proven problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
Effective communication and team leadership abilities
Familiarity with OSHA and ISO 9001 standards
Basic computer skills (ERP systems, Microsoft Office)


Preferred:


Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field
Certifications such as RJG Master Molder, Lean Six Sigma, or similar





Work Environment & Physical Requirements


Manufacturing environment with exposure to heat, noise, and chemicals
Ability to stand for extended periods and lift 50–75 lbs
May require occasional overtime, weekend work, or on-call support