Senior Injection Mold Maintenance Technician, 1st Shift

Alcon

Technician responsible for advanced injection molding maintenance at Alcon, ensuring maximum uptime, yield, and product quality through preventative and corrective maintenance.

Posted 7/14/2026full-timeJohns Creek • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in injection mold maintenance, including setup, troubleshooting, and repair, while adhering to GxP regulations and quality standards. Proficient in using precision measurement tools and conducting root cause analysis to enhance mold performance and efficiency.

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Injection Mold SetupPrecision Measurement ToolsRoot Cause AnalysisGxP ComplianceTooling Maintenance Strategies

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Hard Skills

Preventive MaintenanceCorrective MaintenancePredictive MaintenanceMold InspectionMold RepairMold Flow AnalysisTooling OptimizationMechanical TroubleshootingPneumatic TroubleshootingHydraulic Troubleshooting

Soft Skills

Technical GuidanceCommunication

Tools & Technologies

MicroscopesMolding EquipmentHot Runner SystemsCooling Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Technical Diploma in Injection MoldingCertification in ToolmakingCertification in Precision Engineering

Industry Keywords

Injection MoldingToolingSOPsQuality System RequirementsCleanroom Environment

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Flash

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform advanced preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance on injection molds, inserts, tool plates, and associated tooling
Set up, tear down, inspect, clean, and repair molds to meet production and quality requirements
Troubleshoot complex mold and tooling issues related to defects, low yield, flash, wear, or dimensional variation
Measure and inspect critical mold components using precision measurement tools and microscopes
Prepare and execute precision mold tool setups according to production orders and engineering specifications
Maintain and repair mold bases, inserts, hot runner systems, cooling systems, and mechanical mold components
Support mold sampling, validation, and qualification activities
Assist molding and process engineers with tooling, process optimization, and root cause investigations
Install, start up, and support validation of new or modified injection molds and molding equipment
Troubleshoot and repair tooling-related mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical, or control system issues
Advise and improve maintenance systems, including spare parts management and maintenance strategies
Minimize downtime while improving yield, efficiency, and lens quality
Resolve tooling-related defect and quality issues through data-driven root cause analysis
Complete tooling inspections, tool plate setups, and mold cleaning activities
Support continuous improvement and technical upgrade projects related to molding and tooling performance
Help develop, update, and maintain SOPs for mold and tooling maintenance activities
Provide technical guidance and training to other technicians or departments as needed
Work in a cleanroom environment, following all cleanliness and contamination control requirements
Adhere strictly to GxP regulations, SOPs, and quality system requirements
Maintain accurate documentation, maintenance records, and inspection data
Complete all required training and maintain compliance with regulatory and company requirements
Stay current with advancements in injection molding, tooling, and precision manufacturing technologies

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or Equivalent
The ability to fluently read, write, understand, and communicate in English
3 Years of Relevant Experience
Technical diploma or certification in injection molding, toolmaking, or precision engineering (preferred)
Hands-on experience with injection mold setup, tear down, and repair (preferred)
Strong understanding of mold components, inserts, hot runners, and cooling systems (preferred)
Ability to perform basic molding machine and process fault troubleshooting (preferred)
Experience using precision measurement tools and mold inspection equipment (preferred)
Familiarity with mold flow analysis concepts (preferred)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health, life, retirement
Flexible time off for exempt associates
PTO for hourly associates