Tool & Die Maker

Hubbell · Rocky Mount, NC

Level: Technician
Team: Manufacturing
Experience asked: 5+ years
Industry: Industrial
Posted: 24 days ago

The role in 30 seconds

A technician-level manufacturing role at Hubbell (industrial) in Rocky Mount, NC. As more products plug in to an aging grid, Hubbell solutions enable the transition to a more reliable, resilient and efficient energy infrastructure.

They ask for: 5+ years
Tools it names: CNC, Machining, Injection molding, Tooling

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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026

Manufacturing Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $60k–$91k.

Median of the low and high ends of 52 live postings that list pay, out of 947 manufacturing technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

North Carolina plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →

How this role compares

Against 30 other live manufacturing postings in North Carolina.

Experience asked: More than usual (5+ vs 3+)

Skills these teams ask for most

Team leadership 35%
✓ Tooling 29%
FDA / GMP 23%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

Stands out: this posting asks for New product launch, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.

It asks for 5+ years. If you're close, apply anyway: requirements are a wish list. Talk to someone doing this work there first.

At a glance

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How to get in at this plant

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Pick 2–3 people on the Manufacturing team at Hubbell
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Questions worth asking about this team:
- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- Is the work mostly new product launches or sustaining existing lines?
- How much time do you spend on the floor versus at a desk?
- How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
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This plant: Hubbell in Rocky Mount

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Job Overview

The Tool & Die Maker / Mold Maker is responsible for building, repairing, modifying, and maintaining injection molds, mold components, fixtures, jigs, gauges, and tooling used to support manufacturing operations. This position utilizes advanced machining skills to manufacture precision components and troubleshoot tooling issues while maintaining strict dimensional tolerances and quality standards.

A Day In The Life

Build, repair, modify, and maintain injection molds and tooling.

Set up and operate manual and CNC machine shop equipment.

Read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings.

Perform precision machining, fitting, polishing, grinding and assembly work.

Troubleshoot tooling and mold issues.

Inspect, clean, repair and reassemble molds.

Verify dimensions using precision measuring equipment.

Collaborate with engineering, maintenance and production teams.

Assist with new mold builds and production launches.

Document repairs and preventative maintenance activities.

Maintain equipment and work areas.

Follow all safety and quality standards.

What will help you thrive in this role?

Minimum 5 years of Tool & Die or Mold Maker experience.

Experience with injection mold repair and maintenance.

Advanced blueprint reading and machining knowledge.

CNC and manual machining experience.

Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

High school diploma required; trade certification preferred.

Strong commitment to safety, quality and continuous improvement.

Hubbell Incorporated

Hubbell creates critical infrastructure solutions that power our customers, communities, people and the planet. Our company is strategically aligned around enabling grid modernization and electrification. As more products plug in to an aging grid, Hubbell solutions enable the transition to a more reliable, resilient and efficient energy infrastructure. Founded in 1888 our innovation has made us a leading global manufacturer of high quality electrical and utility solutions enabling customers to operate critical infrastructure reliably and efficiently.

The company operates in two segments. Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications and Hubbell Electrical Solutions (HES) are essential to managing power across a wide range of industries and applications. Our vertical market solutions can be applied to markets including Data Centers, Renewables, Commercial Buildings, Industrial, Telecom and Transportation. Supporting both of our business segments is our corporate and Hubbell Unified Business Solutions teams that provide consistent process, tools technologies across our businesses.

We are committed to operating sustainably and ethically while promoting an inclusive and supportive culture for our people to grow and develop in their careers. Our employees proudly work and serve our communities from our headquarters in Shelton, CT, across the United States and around the globe.

Hubbell Utility Solutions

Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications. HUS provides the critical components that allow the grid to reliably transmit and distribute energy, as well as the communications and controls technologies to make the grid smarter and more flexible.

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