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Mold Mechanic I

Columbus, Indiana, United StatesEntry levelPosted Nov 2, 2026

Job description

Overview

Stryten Energy manufactures proprietary and custom injection molding products serving the industrial lead battery, automotive and consumer markets. Stryten Energy is expanding battery poly manufacturing and recycling output to help solve industry-wide supply constraints. Mold Mechanic I performs mold repair in a timely and effective manner in an effort to support the molding department’s production objectives.

Other activities include but are not limited to; mold improvements, mold modifications and mold maintenance. This opening is on 2nd shift (Monday-Friday; 3pm - 11pm) Responsibilities Perform scheduled and emergency repairs on all injection molds. Use L2L to dispatch and record repairs. Complete L2L Dispatches with a clear description of work done.

Assist with Root Cause Analysis and repetitive failures as they relate to injection molds. Assist with engineering projects / modification work. Willingness to work as a team. Able to handle multiple tasks with limited supervision. Ability to effectively manage time and meet specified deadlines. Good communication with process engineering to work on improving molding thru tooling improvements and processing; diagnose/trouble shoot and help/implement corrections to tooling problems with other facilities Must have the ability and willingness to work overtime on an as needed/required basis in order to complete work in process and communicate with other shifts.

Work within established policies, procedures, practices, and regulations. Attend all required trainings and meetings. Follow all company safety policies and procedures including the use of PPE and safety equipment. Participate in continuous improvement, 5S, and other lean manufacturing initiatives. Other responsibilities as assigned to meet the needs of the business.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent. Apprenticeship Training certificate (preferred but not required). Two years Machinist experience as it relates to injection molds. (Preferred) Must be able to troubleshoot and repair molds as needed. Fundamental understanding of injection molding Understanding of mold construction and mold maintenance principles.

NC milling machines and NC lathes Surface grinding EDM machine operation Basic math and trigonometry Machine tool set-up Blue print reading Welding Basic mechanical layout (dimension and sketch tooling, jigs, fixture and ect.) Basic Computer Skills Physical requirements as defined in associated job analysis. Proven satisfactory work history (attendance and performance).

This must be maintained. Attendance is critical to this position. PHYSICAL DEMANDS, ENVIRONMENT: While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be frequently exposed to fumes, dust, airborne particles, and extreme heat and humidity. Noise levels in the manufacturing facility are usually high. Qualified candidates must be able to sit, stand, walk, bend, and climb with minimal effort.

Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds EEO Stryten Energy is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

About Our Company Stryten Energy is a leading battery manufacturer and energy storage company providing one of the industry’s most comprehensive portfolios of battery technologies and energy storage solutions. The company designs, manufactures and distributes advanced lead, lithium and vanadium redox flow batteries for automotive, commercial vehicle, golf cart, material handling, specialty motive, aerial work platforms, floor care, data center, telecommunications, utility, industrial, military and government applications.

Headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia, Stryten Energy operates 15 manufacturing and component facilities across the United States, with additional manufacturing operations in Mexico and China and commercial offices throughout Europe and Asia. The company’s portfolio includes the Stryten Energy, C&D Technologies and Trojan Battery product brands, serving customers worldwide with reliable energy storage solutions for critical infrastructure, mobility and national security applications.

Learn more at www.stryten.com. Perform scheduled and emergency repairs on all injection molds. Use L2L to dispatch and record repairs. Complete L2L Dispatches with a clear description of work done. Assist with Root Cause Analysis and repetitive failures as they relate to injection molds. Assist with engineering projects / modification work.

Willingness to work as a team. Able to handle multiple tasks with limited supervision. Ability to effectively manage time and meet specified deadlines. Good communication with process engineering to work on improving molding thru tooling improvements and processing; diagnose/trouble shoot and help/implement corrections to tooling problems with other facilities Must have the ability and willingness to work overtime on an as needed/required basis in order to complete work in process and communicate with other shifts.

Work within established policies, procedures, practices, and regulations. Attend all required trainings and meetings. Follow all company safety policies and procedures including the use of PPE and safety equipment. Participate in continuous improvement, 5S, and other lean manufacturing initiatives. Other responsibilities as assigned to meet the needs of the business.

High school diploma or equivalent. Apprenticeship Training certificate (preferred but not required). Two years Machinist experience as it relates to injection molds. (Preferred) Must be able to troubleshoot and repair molds as needed. Fundamental understanding of injection molding Understanding of mold construction and mold maintenance principles.

NC milling machines and NC lathes Surface grinding EDM machine operation Basic math and trigonometry Machine tool set-up Blue print reading Welding Basic mechanical layout (dimension and sketch tooling, jigs, fixture and ect.) Basic Computer Skills Physical requirements as defined in associated job analysis. Proven satisfactory work history (attendance and performance).

This must be maintained. Attendance is critical to this position. PHYSICAL DEMANDS, ENVIRONMENT: While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be frequently exposed to fumes, dust, airborne particles, and extreme heat and humidity. Noise levels in the manufacturing facility are usually high. Qualified candidates must be able to sit, stand, walk, bend, and climb with minimal effort.

Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds

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