Job Description

Aquatic Bath, part of the American Bath Group (ABG), is a leading manufacturer of high-quality bathtubs, showers, and accessible bathing products. ABG is dedicated to innovation, durability, and sustainability, meeting the needs of a wide range of customers. Join a forward-thinking team shaping the future of bathware manufacturing.

We are currently looking to add a Mold Shop Manager to our team in South Boston, VA. This role is responsible for overseeing daily manufacturing operations and ensuring production goals are met while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and efficiency. This role involves leading a team, monitoring workflows, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Primary Responsibilities

• Oversee the maintenance, repair, and refurbishment of production molds to ensure optimal performance and longevity.
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance programs to minimize downtime and increase mold life; troubleshoot mold-related issues and coordinate repairs to prevent disruption.
• Maintain detailed records of mold usage, repairs, and maintenance history.
• Supervise, train, and mentor mold technicians, ensuring proper procedures are followed; assign tasks, set performance expectations, and conduct regular evaluations of team members.
• Monitor and optimize workflow, ensuring mold shop operations align with production demands; implement improvements to enhance mold performance and reduce maintenance costs.
• Research and recommend materials, tools, or techniques to improve mold maintenance processes.
• Enforce all safety regulations and procedures to ensure a safe working environment; conduct safety training and ensure employees adhere to company policies and industry standards.
• Maintain inventory of mold components, spare parts, and maintenance supplies; work with procurement to source quality materials and components at the best cost.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Strong understanding of mold-making techniques, materials, and maintenance best practices.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.
• Experience with tooling, CNC machining, welding, and other mold repair processes is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with manufacturing management software.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate’s or bachelor’s degree in manufacturing, engineering, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in mold maintenance or related manufacturing roles
• Minimum of two (2) years of leadership or supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.

Physical Requirements

• Comfortable working in a manufacturing facility, including exposure to production equipment, materials, and processes.
• Prolonged periods of standing, walking, and occasional lifting up to 50 lbs.

American Bath Group is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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