Mold Maintenance Technician

Company: Syntec Optics
Location: Rochester
Posted on: January 20, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Job Summary: Provides technical support for new and existing tooling and fixturing in order to ensure the most economical, efficient and practical methods are incorporated into the tool/fixture design. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Assists in the coordination of tool repairs and modifications. Uses machine schedule as a guide in order to prepare tools for production. Responsible for CNC mill setup for production departments. Works with Program Managers, Molding Technicians and Quality personnel to inspect new tools. Works with Production personnel to understand and inspect fixturing requirements. Responsible for in-house tool preventative maintenance. Responsible for recording maintenance performed. Responsible for tool storage. Additional Responsibilities: When requested, may work on special projects and various related assignments. May be required to compile various reports and data tracking. May be required to work in various areas of operations when necessary Performs other related duties and assignments as required. May serve as backup Process Technician Physical Demands and Work Environment: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk and/or hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle or feel. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch and/or crawl. The employee must also occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities include close vision and color vision. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete and abstract variables in situations where only limited standardization exists The noise level in the work environment may range from moderate to loud. Education, Skills and Experience: Two year college degree or equivalent experience in field. Journeyman papers from 4 year Tooling program Ability to read and interpret blueprints Knowledgeable in engineering protocols Basic understanding of metrology, preferably optical metrology Familiar with various trade tools Strong attention to detail Good math skills. Work independently with minimal supervision

Keywords: Syntec Optics, Buffalo , Mold Maintenance Technician, Engineering , Rochester, New York