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Injection Molding Repair Tech II - ($2500 Sign-on)

Jabil · Gurnee, IL · $25.10–$45.19 an hour · Full time

Posted Aug 4, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

This role is the highest level of mold repair expertise on the shift. Tell me about the most complex mold repair you have done.

What they are checking: Whether their depth matches a senior role that others will turn to for the hardest problems.

How do you train and direct less experienced mold repair techs during a busy shift?

What they are checking: Whether they can lead and teach, since the posting expects them to raise the team's skill.

This is a 12-hour day shift on a 2-2-3 rotation. How have you handled long rotating schedules before?

What they are checking: Whether they can stay sharp and reliable across long shifts and changing days off.

Tell me about a time a repair you made did not hold. What did you change?

What they are checking: Whether they learn from failed repairs and find root causes instead of repeating the same fix.

What would you do

Production wants a mold back immediately, but you know a full repair is needed. How do you handle it?

What they are checking: Whether they explain risks and options clearly so supervisors can make an informed decision.

About the work

A hot runner mold has a zone that will not heat. How do you troubleshoot it?

What they are checking: Whether they can check controller, thermocouple, heater and wiring in a logical order.

Parts are sticking in the cavity and ejecting poorly. What do you look at?

What they are checking: Whether they consider draft, polish, ejector function, cooling and process settings before reworking steel.

How do you use mold performance tracking to decide when a mold needs preventive maintenance?

What they are checking: Whether they plan maintenance from shot counts and defect trends instead of waiting for failure.

What experience do you have fabricating or repairing dies, jigs and fixtures?

What they are checking: Whether they can make precise tooling and fixtures beyond basic mold cleaning and part swaps.

How do you keep ancillary equipment like temperature controllers and chillers in good shape?

What they are checking: Whether they see the full system around the mold, since auxiliary equipment often causes defects.

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The full job description

As published by Jabil.

At Jabil (NYSE: JBL), we are proud to be a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing solutions. With 60 years of experience across industries and a vast network of over 100 sites worldwide, Jabil combines global reach with local expertise to deliver both scalable and customized solutions. Our commitment extends beyond business success as we strive to build sustainable processes that minimize environmental impact and foster vibrant and diverse communities around the globe. This role pays a $2500 Sign-On Bonus ***Shift is a 12-hour Days shift - 2/2/3, 645am to 8pm*** JOB SUMMARY Provides the highest level of expertise required to service, repair and “return-to-operation” molds that are actively engaged in producing quality products. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES · Maintains customer satisfaction by maintaining and directing the maintenance of molds and ancillary equipment used in producing product. · Ensures the quality fabrication and maintenance of injection molds, dies jigs, fixtures and other devices used in furthering production of the customers’ parts. · Enhances team efficiency by training and directing less experienced mold repair personnel. · Oversees and performs preventive maintenance on molds and on mold performance tracking the maintenance with accurate and timely documentation. · Provides process improvement recommendations and forecasts any potential quality or production issues from tooling lead. · Runs all manual shop equipment as required. · Troubleshoots and analyzes problems before any repairs are initiated. · Supports production by repairing, adjusting and maintaining all forms of equipment used in the production process. · Supplies expertise and direct action in modifying molds to produce a superior quality product. · Maintains stock inventories by ensuring the proper levels of component parts are available at all times for tooling repair. · Improves the efficiency and accuracy of molded products by the documenting reasons for mold repairs and solutions to prevent future manufacturing interruptions. · May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned. JOB QUALIFICATIONS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS · Industry and Plastics Mold Knowledge · Problem Solving/Trouble Shooting · Detail Oriented · Master Craftsmen Ability · Responsiveness · Team Participation Skills · Training/Mentoring Skills · Ability to Operate All Manual Mold Shop Equipment and Machines EDUCATION AND MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS · Journeyman Toolmaker certifications highly preferred; or equivalent bench experience · Ability to read and interpret blueprints/CAD-CAM · 8 + years minimum experience performing PMs, troubleshooting and precision repairs to injection molds · Bench experience with surface grinding and polishing under 40 power scopes · Or equivalent combination of certifications and bench experience The hourly pay range for this role is $25.10 - $45.19. Job-related, non-discriminatory factors used to determine the actual offered rate include qualifications and experience, geographic location, education, external market data, and consideration of internal equity. As part of the total rewards package, Jabil offers benefits to enhance your health, wealth, and resilient self. These include medical, dental, and vision insurance plans; paid time off accruing at a rate of 3.07 hours during your first year of employment; 4 weeks of paid parental leave; in 2026, 11 company-paid holidays (9 fixed holidays and 2 optional floating holidays), subject to change yearly; 401(k) retirement plan; and employee stock purchase plan. Jabil may use artificial intelligence (“AI”) in connection with various aspects of its recruitment and hiring functions. If and when AI is used, Jabil ensures that its use of AI would not have the effect of subjecting employees to discrimination on the basis of protected classes. BE AWARE OF FRAUD: When applying for a job at Jabil you will be contacted via correspondence through our official job portal with a jabil.com e-mail address; direct phone call from a member of the Jabil team; or direct e-mail with a jabil.com e-mail address. Jabil does not request payments for interviews or at any other point during the hiring process. Jabil will not ask for your personal identifying information such as a social security number, birth certificate, financial institution, driver’s license number or passport information over the phone or via e-mail. If you believe you are a victim of identity theft, contact the Federal Bureau of Investigations internet crime hotline (www.ic3.gov), the Federal Trade Commission identity theft hotline (www.identitytheft.gov) and/or your local police department. Any scam job listings should be reported to whatever website it was posted in. Jabil, including its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accessibility Accommodation If you are a qualified individual with a disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access Jabil.com/Careers site as a result of your disability. You can request a reasonable accommodation by sending an e-mail to Always_Accessible@Jabil.com or calling 727-803-7988 with the nature of your request and contact information. Please do not direct any other general employment related questions to this e-mail or phone number. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to. #whereyoubelong #AWorldofPossibilities #EarlyCareer

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