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SITE INJECTION TOOLING TECHNICIAN

OP Mobility · Greer-South Carolina, SC

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Level
Technician
Team
Manufacturing
Experience asked
5+ years
Industry
Automotive
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The role in 30 seconds

A technician-level manufacturing role at OP Mobility (automotive) in Greer-South Carolina, SC.

They ask for
5+ years
Tools it names
SMED, Welding, Tooling

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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026

Manufacturing Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $60k–$92k.

Median of the low and high ends of 77 live postings that list pay, out of 1240 manufacturing technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

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How this role compares

Against 37 other live manufacturing postings in South Carolina.

Experience asked
More than usual (5+ vs 2+)

Similar roles usually ask 2+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • Team leadership 53%
  • ✓ Tooling 32%
  • CNC 24%

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

Stands out: this posting asks for SMED, 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

Lifts up to 50 lbs

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This plant: OP Mobility in Greer-South Carolina

3 other open roles at this site.

Full description from OP MobilityAs posted on their careers site.Show

Responsibilities

  • ◆Ensure compliance with corporate and division HSE objectives and

requirements

  • ✓Carry out breakdowns and services in an effective and safe manner
  • ✓Follow a controlled tool maintenance schedule to ensure tools are managed at a superior level
  • ✓Maintain all moulds on site according to the procedure and agreed standard
  • ✓Prioritize breakdowns, rectifying problems and minimizing downtime
  • ✓Support all production areas as required
  • ✓Achieves improvement in product RFT through a dedication to tool management and quality.
  • ✓Document all work, repairs or modifications carried out on the tools on site
  • ✓Analyze previous problems from historical data to assist in fault finding on site
  • ✓Undertake all tasks within the agreed shift pattern and cover call out as per schedule
  • ✓During project phase, participate in mold strip downs in collaboration with plant engineer, engineering center and tool makers
  • ✓Supports new project trials and offsite activities, preparing tools for plant industrialization, participates in trails and propose improvements
  • ✓Support SMED activities
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Ready to take on meaningful challenges and shape the next generation of mobility?

Joining OPmobility means stepping into a global group with a purpose to keep people and goods moving safely, smarter, and sustainably everywhere.

Contract Details

  • •Job Title : SITE INJECTION TOOLING TECHNICIAN
  • •Type of contract : Long-term At-will
  • •Expected Hiring Date : ASAP
  • •Scope : B Shift

Ideal Candidate Profile

  • •Diploma level education with preferred specialization in toolmaking, tool maintenance or equivalent
  • •Proven experience (3-5 years) in tool maintenance of mechanical pieces, with use of lathes, grinders, milling machines and drills
  • •Experience in a large manufacturing environment, with a background to problem solving, deployment of industrial standards and best practices
  • •Ability to TIG/MIG weld to a high standard is essential
  • •Polishing and linishing to a high standard is required
  • •Knowledge of hydraulic systems and electrical systems on mould tools would be an advantage
  • •Skilled in preventative / predictive maintenance applications
  • •Dedication to safety
  • •Good communicator
  • •Ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs, without assistance

At OPmobility, people truly matter. We are committed to building inclusive teams, promoting diversity and equality, and ensuring that every application is considered fairly - because the future of mobility is built by diverse perspectives, bold ideas, and people who dare to move forward.

Innovation is therefore not a buzzword, but a natural part of everyday work. You’ll grow in an international environment where cutting-edge technologies, industrial excellence, and real-world impact come together to tackle the challenges of tomorrow’s automotive industry.

Founded in 1946 by Pierre Burelle, OPmobility, known until 2024 as Plastic Omnium, has transformed itself into a player in sustainable and connected mobility. Today, OPmobility develops technological solutions across four areas of expertise: exterior and lighting systems, the integration of complex modules, technologies related to energy storage, hydrogen and electrification, and a division dedicated to the development of embedded software and digital solutions.

With €11.5 billion in revenue in 2025, 152 factories, 40 R&D centers, and nearly 38,100 employees across 28 countries, OPmobility combines global scale with local impact. All driven by a shared ambition to accelerate the automotive energy transition.

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