Mold Technician IThe Mold Technician I performs routine maintenance on plastic injection molds both in the press and on the bench under the direct supervision of a Lead Tech/ Sr. Mold Technician. This consists of disassembling, cleaning, organizing, and reassembling complex tooling.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:- Perform routine maintenance on plastic injection molds in the press and on the bench
- Disassemble, visually inspecting, cleaning, organizing, and reassembling high cavitation tooling
- Ensure all equipment is working properly
- Shop awareness and cleanliness
Participate in activities to ensure departmental compliance to all Federal, State, Local and Company regulatory requirements. These elements include FDA, EPA, OSHA, ISO, EEOC and Company policies relative to the manufacture of product, batch control requirements, documentation requirements, housekeeping, preventative maintenance, calibration, associate training and safety (equipment, associate and material).Work on special projects as they arise as directed
Actively demonstrating support through interactions with solid communication skills, attitude, dedication, commitment, respect, pride and trust
Ability to follow leadership by taking initiative and ownership of tasks and projects
Perform these and other duties as necessary or required, the inclusion of which will not alter the basic scope of the position
Basic troubleshooting of mechanical assemblies
Introduction to shop paperwork and documentation using correct terminology (FA, tool workorder)
Introduction to understanding torque settings
Introduction to measurement techniques (micrometer, calipers, height gages)
Introduction to understanding between using Standard vs Metric
Introduction to mold cleaning
Introduction to stoning/polishing basic components
Introduction to mechanics and terminology of a mold and their functions
Knowledge, Skills & Qualifications
Having a mechanical aptitude
Knowledge and understanding of basic shop tools and hand tools
Basic shop math
Basic knowledge of troubleshooting mechanical assemblies
Basic knowledge to read/understand 2D prints (part/tool) is desired, but not required
Basic machining skills (grinder, lathe, mill) is desired, but not required
Education and Experience:- Must be 18 years of age
- High School Diploma required
- Previous injection molding or tooling experience desired but not required
- Physical Requirements and Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job the employee is expected to communicate both verbally and written.
This role routinely uses standard office equipment.
Work may be performed in a clean room environment.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to sit or stand for long periods of time.
Job duties may require working inside /outside injection molding machines and working on ladders.
Required to be able to lift, and or move up to 50lbs.
Work schedule could change anytime per business needs.
Typically requires travel less than 5% of the time
About Us:
ICU Medical has consistently provided you with clinical innovations that help solve real-world challenges.
With the acquisition of Hospira Infusion Systems in 2017 and Smiths Medical in 2022, we are now a global market leader with a complete line of clinically-essential IV therapy and high-value critical care products for hospital, alternate site, and home care settings.
We're ready to bring you consistent quality, innovation, and value in more areas than ever. Our focus allows us to bring you:
Dedicated and non-dedicated IV sets and needlefree connectors clinically proven to provide an effective barrier against bacterial transfer and colonization.
The industry's broadest IV smart pump offering covering large volume, pain management, and ambulatory needs.
IV medication safety software providing full IV-EHR interoperability with the highest customer satisfaction and compatibility with more EHR systems than any other company.
Significant US IV solutions manufacturing and supply capabilities.
ICU Medical EEO Statement:
ICU Medical is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We ensure that all qualified applicants receive fair consideration for employment regardless of race, color, nationality or national origin, ethnicity, sex, gender, religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, age, disability, or protected veteran status. If you are an individual with a disability and need reasonable accommodation to participate in the employment selection process, please contact us at humanresources@icumed.com. We are committed to providing equal access and opportunities for all candidates. ICU Medical EEO Policy Statement Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal PosterICU Medical CCPA Notice to Job Applicants Job InfoJob Identification 1575 Job Category Engineering Posting Date 09/17/2026, 06:36 PMDegree Level High School Graduate Job Schedule Full time Job Shift First Shift Locations Southington Plant (On-site)
