Machinist II / Injection Mold Service Technician 3rd Shift

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TE Connectivity is hiring a Machinist II / Injection Mold Service Technician for the 3rd shift in Tullahoma, TN, blending precision machining with mold maintenance. The role requires 4+ years of related machining or mold technician experience, the ability to read tooling and part prints, and proficiency with micrometers, calipers, gauges, and tooling. You will perform PMs, mold changes, service molds, manage spare tooling, and document work. Expect 4:00 PM to 2:30 AM, Monday to Friday, with a base salary from 41,900 to 62,800 plus benefits. To maximize your chances, tailor your resume to showcase mold PMs, tooling changes, ultrasonic cleaning, and precise documentation; emphasize safety and collaboration with production, tool room, and engineering; apply on the TE Careers site.

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Job Overview

The Machinist II is responsible for operating common machine tools, understanding material properties, and producing parts to close tolerances. This role also performs injection mold servicing, basic preventative maintenance, and tooling adjustments to support high‑quality production in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

This position works closely with the production floor, tool room, and engineering teams to ensure molds, tooling, and equipment operate reliably and safely.

 

Shift: Monday–Friday, 4:00 PM – 2:30 AM

Job Requirements

Machining & Technical Work

• Operate common machine tools and equipment to produce precision components to close tolerances.
• Safely navigate and work around machine shop and mold shop equipment.
• Read, interpret, and work from tooling prints, part prints, and technical documentation.
• Use micrometers, calipers, gauges, and other precision tools for measurement and verification.

Injection Mold Service Technician Responsibilities

• Perform basic preventative maintenance (PMs) on all production injection molds.
• Execute key and mod changes on molds, including Discreet, Module, Larson, and Frames molds.
• Service hot runner manifolds and perform component-level repairs.
• Assist with spare tooling inventory management.
• Use ultrasonic cleaning systems to clean and maintain molds.
• Disassemble, clean, inspect, reassemble, and document mold conditions and work performed.
• Use tools such as ohm meters, gauges, and hand tools to support mold PM and troubleshooting.

Production & Workflow Support

• Partner with production to schedule routine and non-routine mold PMs.
• Support streamlined production by responding to tooling or mold issues promptly.
• Maintain accurate documentation of work performed, mold status, measurements, and repairs.

What your background should look like

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Minimum of 4 years of related machining or mold technician experience.
Vocational training, apprenticeship, or an AA degree in machining, toolmaking, or related field preferred.
Strong understanding of machining practices, tooling, materials, and shop math.
Experience servicing injection molds, performing PMs, and executing tooling adjustments.
Ability to read and interpret tooling prints, part prints, and technical instructions.
Proficient using micrometers, calipers, gauges, and common mold maintenance tools.
Familiarity with hot runner systems, mold disassembly/assembly, and mold cleaning processes.
Comfortable using ultrasonic cleaning systems and basic diagnostic tools (e.g., ohm meters).
Strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and commitment to quality.
Ability to work independently and safely in a fast-paced mold shop environment.

Competencies

Values: Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion, Innovation, Teamwork

ABOUT TE CONNECTIVITY

TE Connectivity plc (NYSE: TEL) is a global industrial technology leader creating a safer, sustainable, productive, and connected future. As a trusted innovation partner, our broad range of connectivity and sensor solutions enable the distribution of power, signal and data to advance next-generation transportation, energy networks, automated factories, data centers enabling artificial intelligence, and more.

Our more than 90,000 employees, including 10,000 engineers, work alongside customers in approximately 130 countries. In a world that is racing ahead, TE ensures that EVERY CONNECTION COUNTS. Learn more at www.te.com and on LinkedIn, Facebook, WeChat, Instagram and X (formerly Twitter).

 

COMPENSATION
•    Competitive base salary commensurate with experience:$41,900 – $62,800 (subject to change dependent on physical location)
•    Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. TE Connectivity reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the experience/qualification of the selected candidate as well as internal and external equity.
•    Total Compensation = Base Salary + Incentive(s) + Benefits

BENEFITS
•    A comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401(k), disability, life insurance, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off and voluntary benefits.

 

EOE, Including Disability/Vets

 

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