Mold Technician Jobs

Mold Technician jobs are open across plastics manufacturing, automotive, medical devices, and consumer products, from entry-level press operators to senior process engineers, with specializations in injection molding, blow molding, and tooling maintenance. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles187+
Top stateTexas
Top employerAmcor
Top cityKaty, TX
Work type98% On-site
Top industryManufacturing

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Water Damage & Mold Remediation Technician
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Water Damage & Mold Remediation Technician
ASAP Restoration Corp.
Deerfield Beach, Florida
Healthcare Administration
Maintenance & Repair
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
IICRC Certification

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Tooling - Mold Set Up Technician
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Tooling - Mold Set Up Technician
Polar Tech Industries
Elysburg, Pennsylvania
Maintenance & Repair
Manufacturing Operations
Skilled Trades
On-Site
High school diploma or GED
51-200

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Mold Maintenance and Mold Building Technician
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Mold Maintenance and Mold Building Technician
Skier's Choice
Maryville, Tennessee
Biotech & Life Sciences
Clinical Support
Laboratory Science
$21 - $25.5/hr
On-Site

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Lead Water Damage Mitigation & Mold Remediation Technician (Restoration Experience REQUIRED)
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Lead Water Damage Mitigation & Mold Remediation Technician (Restoration Experience REQUIRED)
ACE Restoration Services, LLC
Miami, Florida
Software Engineering
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Program Management
$19 - $22/hr
On-Site
IICRC Certification

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Mold Setup Technician -1st & 2nd Shift
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Mold Setup Technician -1st & 2nd Shift
Lear Corporation
Traverse City, Michigan
Maintenance & Repair
Manufacturing Operations
Mechanical Engineering
Skilled Trades
On-Site
10,000+

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Mold Technician Job Market

Who's Hiring

Amcor5 open roles
Igloo Products5 open roles
SMC4 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Manufacturing
  • Chemicals & Materials
  • Distribution & Wholesale

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in mold technician jobs.

  • Hands-on experience setting up and operating injection molding machines
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, part drawings, and mold specifications
  • Proficiency in troubleshooting common molding defects such as flash, warpage, and short shots
  • Experience with mold maintenance, repair, and basic toolroom practices
  • Familiarity with quality inspection tools including calipers, micrometers, and gauges
  • High school diploma or GED, with vocational or technical training preferred

Tips for Your Mold Technician Job Search

List every material and process you know

Your resume should name specific resins you've run, machine tonnages you've operated, and process types like injection, blow, or compression molding. Hiring managers scan for exact terms that match their equipment, so vague descriptions of 'plastics experience' won't get you past the first filter.

Highlight troubleshooting wins with specifics

Describe a defect you diagnosed and fixed, the root cause, and what changed in the process afterward. Employers hiring mold technicians care far more about your problem-solving process than your years of tenure, so a concrete example beats a list of responsibilities every time.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists mold technician openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Filter openings by shift and tonnage range

Many mold technician postings specify shift patterns and press capacities. Applying only to roles that match your availability and machine experience saves time and raises your callback rate, since employers often disqualify candidates who clearly don't fit their production environment.

Prepare a bench test answer before interviews

Many manufacturers include a hands-on or whiteboard troubleshooting exercise during interviews, asking you to walk through how you'd address a specific molding defect like short shots or sink marks. Rehearsing your diagnostic logic out loud before the interview makes a noticeable difference.

Negotiate shift differentials, not just base pay

Mold technician offers often include second- or third-shift premiums, overtime guarantees, and tool allowances that significantly affect total compensation. Ask about these line items explicitly during the offer stage, since they're frequently adjustable even when the hourly base rate isn't.

Mold Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most mold technicians?

The companies hiring the most mold technicians right now include Amcor, Igloo Products, and SMC, with the largest share of openings in Texas, Ohio, and Indiana, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Activity shifts frequently as production cycles change, so checking back regularly gives you the most accurate picture.

How many mold technician jobs are remote?

About 2% of mold technician openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most production roles. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements are process engineering support, technical sales, and training roles that are adjacent to but not directly on the press floor.

How do you become a mold technician?

Most mold technicians start by completing a vocational or technical program in plastics technology, manufacturing, or a related trade, then enter the field as a press operator or mold setter to build hands-on experience. From there, taking on troubleshooting responsibilities, learning preventive maintenance routines, and cross-training on multiple press types accelerates the path to a full technician role.

Can you get hired as a mold technician with little experience?

Yes, many employers will hire candidates with limited direct experience if you can demonstrate mechanical aptitude, familiarity with manufacturing environments, and a willingness to learn shift work. Highlighting any exposure to plastics, machine operation, or quality inspection in your resume, even from unrelated production roles, makes a real difference when competing for entry-level mold technician openings.

What does the mold technician interview process look like?

Most mold technician interviews begin with a phone or video screen focused on your equipment background and shift availability, followed by an on-site visit that includes a facility tour and a technical conversation about defect troubleshooting. Some employers add a practical skills assessment where you walk through how you'd approach a process problem, and offers typically come within a week of the final interview.

Where can I find and apply to mold technician jobs?

You can find and apply to mold technician jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that match your experience level and location, then apply directly to each listing that fits your background and availability.

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