What Mold Maintenance Technician contributes to Cardinal Health
Sets up and operates a variety of machine tools to make metal parts, mechanisms, tools, or machines to exacting tolerances and dimensions.
- Interprets blueprints, sketches, and engineering specifications
- Determines sequence of operations, number of cuts required, and method of setup
- Uses a variety of machinist's hand tools and precision measuring instruments
- Makes standard shop computations relating to dimensions of work, tooling, feeds, and speeds
- Measures, marks, and scribesā dimensions and reference points to lay out stock for machining
- Fits and assembles precision parts into mechanical equipment and determines material, parts, and equipment required. Some machines may be numerically controlled. May monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures. Typically requires completion of a formal apprenticeship or equivalent training and experience.
Job Summary
The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a working technical leader, keep up-to-date records and maintain databases, coordinate preventative maintenance work orders and general repair and upkeep of molds in the plant. Ā Responsible for assigned work orders and unscheduled maintenance and repairs of molds.
Shift Details
- 11:00 pm to 7:00 am - Monday through Friday
Responsibilities
- Maintain and repair all injection molds.
- Ability to work on hydraulics systems, electrical and electronic equipment.
- Interfaces with production supervisors to coordinate repairs and preventive maintenance of molds.
- Disassemble, clean, repair, and reassemble various injection molds.
- Make minor repairs to injection molds while in press.
- Block off discrepant cavities as necessary.
- Troubleshoot equipment for defective or worn components and install replacements as necessary; diagnose failure causes and make recommendations for corrective actions.
- Set up various production machines including hydraulic and ancillary equipment according to procedures and product specifications utilizing small hand tools, i.e. wrenches, pliers, screwdrivers, drills and channel locks, drill press, grinders, and associated tool room equipment.
- Monitor machinery and process goals during shift and adjust as necessary to ensure optimum performance of processes.
- Interpret engineering drawings, schematic diagrams, or formulas and confer with management or engineering staff to determine quality and reliability standards. Uses ANSI/ASQ Z1.4 sampling standard, part drawings, and specifications to determine inspection and testing required as well as acceptable quality levels.
- Diagnose and troubleshoot equipment malfunction and either repair equipment or arrange for technical support and assist with repairs.
- Perform scheduled preventive maintenance as assigned by supervisor in accordance with the Preventive Maintenance schedule.
- Adhere to plant policies/procedures, department EHS rules, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPās), ISO 13485 regulations and Good Housekeeping procedures.
- *Other duties as assigned with or without accommodation.
Qualifications
- One year certificate from college or technical school (machinist, engineering technology) preferred or equivalent combination of training and experience
- 4-5 years medical device manufacturing related experience preferred; or equivalent combination of training and experience
What is expected of you and others at this level
- Applies knowledge and company policies to complete a variety of tasks
- Demonstrates a working knowledge of jobs outside area of responsibility
- maintains appropriate licenses, training and certifications
- Works on assignments that are moderately difficult requiring judgment in resolving issues
- May assist in recommendation of processes on new assignments
- Adheres to all quality guidelines
- Works with limited supervision. Work occasionally involves review of output by work lead or supervisor
- May provide general guidance or technical assistance to less experienced team members
Anticipated hourly range:Ā $24.15 - $33.85 per hour (includes shift differential)
Bonus eligible:Ā No
Benefits:Ā Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.
- Medical, dental and vision coverage
- Paid time off plan
- Health savings account (HSA)
- 401k savings plan
- Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay
- Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
- Short- and long-term disability coverage
- Work-Life resources
- Paid parental leave
- Healthy lifestyle programs
Application window anticipated to close:Ā 5/27/2026 *if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.
The hourly range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidateās geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.
Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.
Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.
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