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Confidential Job Posting: Mold Maker & Repair Technician – 1st, 2nd & 3rd Shifts Available | Glendale Heights, IL

A highly stable and well-established global manufacturer is actively hiring Mold Makers and Injection Mold Repair Technicians to support continued growth and upcoming machine additions at their advanced manufacturing facility in Glendale Heights, IL. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity with a direct path to full-time employment and industry-leading benefits upon conversion.

If you're a hands-on toolmaker who takes pride in building and maintaining precision molds, this is a chance to join a company where skilled tradespeople thrive and often stay to retire.

Why You’ll Want to Work Here:

• Air-conditioned, clean, and highly organized facility

• 400k+ sq. ft. plant with 250+ machines, including state-of-the-art EDM, CNC, and grinding equipment

• Exceptional stability and retention – people don’t leave here; they grow here

• Once converted to full-time:

  • Free medical insurance + HSA contribution

  • 401(k) with 3.8% company contribution

  • Monthly performance bonuses – up to 20 hours’ worth of extra pay

  • Annual profit sharing – up to 10% of salary

  • Tuition reimbursement for passing grades

  • Accrued PTO + annual service awards

• Strong commitment to cross-training and internal promotion

About the Role:

You will:

• Perform daily mold changeovers, cleaning, inspections, and repairs

• Build new molds and tooling components from blueprints and CAD

• Use EDMs, grinders, mills, lathes, and other manual/CNC equipment

• Conduct preventive maintenance and document all tooling changes

• Interpret and work from detailed engineering drawings, CAD files, and precision measurement tools

We’re Looking for Candidates With:

• 5–15+ years of injection mold building and repair experience (ideal candidates have 7+)

• Proficiency in using Wire & Sinker EDM, surface grinders, jig grinders, mills, and lathes

• MasterCAM or CNC milling experience is a strong plus

• Comfort reading blueprints and CAD drawings (SolidWorks familiarity preferred)

• Precision measuring skills using calipers, micrometers, and gauges

• A high school diploma or GED; TMA or technical training in mold making is a plus

• A stable work history (this company values commitment)

Shift Options:

• 1st Shift: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM (2 openings)

• 2nd Shift: 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM (1 opening)

• 3rd Shift: 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM, Sunday–Friday (1 opening)

Currently no OT, but once converted you’ll be eligible for monthly bonus pay and profit sharing.

Compensation:

• $30–$40/hr, depending on experience

• Direct-hire target is after 6 months – this is how the company hires across all levels, including engineering and plant leadership

Next Steps:

Interviews include a shop tour and meeting with leadership. The team is moving quickly and will extend offers for the right fit. If you're ready to join a place where skilled trades are respected and rewarded, apply now in confidence.

Apply now to chat!