Vermillion Incorporated is searching for our next Mold Room Technician to fill a 1st shift opening in our manufacturing facility.

About You

You’re a detail-oriented, hands-on individual who enjoys working with tools and takes pride in producing high-quality, precision work. You excel at following instructions, staying organized, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment. With a strong mechanical aptitude, you’re comfortable measuring, mixing, and assembling components with accuracy and care. You’re a self-motivated team player who can work independently, troubleshoot issues as they arise, and stay focused on meeting production goals. If you enjoy working in a manufacturing environment where your craftsmanship and attention to detail directly impact product quality, this role is for you.

About the Role

The Mold Operator is responsible for producing high-quality potted and molded wire harness bundles using specialized tools, materials, and equipment. This hands-on role involves preparing cables and molds, measuring and mixing compounds, operating molding equipment—including convection ovens and transfer press machines—and ensuring all work meets Vermillion’s strict quality and safety standards. The Mold Operator also performs cable identification using a transfer pad machine and maintains a clean, organized work area. Success in this role requires precision, attention to detail, and the ability to follow verbal and written instructions while working independently in a fast-paced production environment.

About us

Since 1965, Vermillion, Inc. has been a trusted designer and manufacturer of custom cables, wire harnesses, and interconnect solutions for the Military, Aerospace, and Commercial markets. With a reputation for excellence and innovation, we provide our employees with a small-company atmosphere and big-company benefits, including health/vision/dental insurance, FSA/HSA, PTO, tuition reimbursement, and a matching 401k. Our culture values collaboration, technical expertise, and the individual contributions that drive our success.

We are growing – grow with us!

POSITION PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVE

The primary function of this position is to process potted and molded wire harness bundles through repetitive tasks using mold tools and potting/mold material while simultaneously ensuring all work is done to specification. In addition to potting and molding, transfer press cable identification on harnesses as required.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform all duties in accordance with Vermillion Quality Management System and Safety standards
• Prepare cable jackets and mold tools in accordance with Vermillion Process Standards or verbal instructions
• Measure and mix compounds per manufacturer’s instructions
• Fill components with potting material
• Operate convection oven to assemble molds for injection molding
• Operate transfer press machine, moving cable assemblies and molds in and out of the press.
• Set up and mark components with transfer pad machine.
• Cleaning all utensils and work area and disposing of chemicals in correct locations
• Perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Knowledge of basic hand tools required
• Basic Computer usage knowledge required
• Ability to pass a respirator physical
• Ability to measure liquids and calculate ratios
• Ability to use measuring tools to measure length accurately and precisely is required; certain responsibilities may require precision to within 1/32 inch
• Good organizational skills
• Ability to assemble products according to verbal or written instructions, or by following drawings/diagrams
• This position requires the employee to have clear vision at 20 inches or less (with or without the use of personal corrective eyewear or a company-provided magnifying glass in addition to color vision in order to identify and distinguish colors
• Ability to lift 30 pounds
• Self-starter and motivated to work with minimal supervision
• Good troubleshooting skills

Vermillion, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. We expect to fill job vacancies with the most qualified candidate. No person will be discriminated against on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, age, disability, military status, veteran status or ancestry.