Mold Cleaner Operator

Job Title: Mold Cleaner Operator

Job Description

The Mold Cleaner/Tool Shop Assistant is responsible for grinding and cleaning production tools according to specifications in a timely and efficient manner. The primary responsibility is to support the Tooling Manager with the tooling activities of the tool and mold shop, in addition to supporting plant manufacturing.

1st shift - 6am to 2:30pm

$19.50/hr

Responsibilities

• Grinding tools, welding hinges, and handles.
• Cleaning production tools efficiently and timely according to the daily schedule.
• Locating tooling in mold storage racks and replacing tooling in the appropriate location.
• Notifying the team when required tooling is ready for production and/or delivering tooling to the production floor.
• Monitoring tooling wear and damage, such as hinges, pins, and bushings, and notifying the supervisor.
• Maintaining adherence to company policies, safety/ergonomic standards, and good housekeeping practices.
• Understanding and implementing health and safety policies and integrating them into daily work activities.
• Maintaining hand tools and air hoses.
• Inspecting equipment such as mills, vertical/horizontal saws, drills, grinders, and all lifting equipment.
• Inspecting machines for oil and air leaks.
• Lubricating machines with the correct oils and grease.
• Inspecting all incoming steel/aluminum for size and defects.
• Preparing plates for tooling manufacturing.
• Reading and understanding basic drawings of tools/parts.

Essential Skills

• General labor and mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Spanish speaking is acceptable.
• Eager and positive attitude.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Entry-level position, no experience or resume needed.
• Past production/manufacturing experience is nice to have.
• Motivated and willing to learn and work hard.
• English is not required; managers are Spanish speaking but open to all cultural backgrounds.

Why Work Here?

Employees receive a pay increase even before training is completed, with an additional $1/hr raise if training occurs on the first shift and the second shift is their primary shift. The company offers a great opportunity to enter the manufacturing field, providing excellent training and the ability to grow within the company, which can lead to more pay increases as new skills and departments are learned.

Work Environment

The facility specializes in producing rubber parts for the aerospace industry using numerous injection molding machines and hot presses. It is a lean six sigma environment that is extremely organized, ensuring a place for everything from products to office supplies. While the machines can get hot, AC units are operational at all times to maintain a comfortable temperature. This is an ITAR facility.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Santa Ana, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.50 - $19.50/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Santa Ana,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 27, 2026.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.