1st Shift Sinker EDM Specialist

About the Role

At Dynamic Tool Corporation, we inspire those around us through growth, quality, and innovation. Our mission is accomplished through core values: Excellence, Integrity, Safety, and Customer-Focus. The Sinker EDM Specialist plays a critical role in supporting the production of complex injection molds with tight dimensional and surface finish requirements by operating and maintaining sinker EDM (Electrical Discharge Machining) equipment to produce high-precision mold components.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate sinker EDM machines to produce mold components to exact specifications.
• Interpret blueprints, CAD models, and work instructions to determine machining requirements.
• Design and fabricate electrodes using graphite or copper materials.
• Monitor EDM operations and make adjustments to maintain accuracy and surface finish.
• Inspect finished parts using precision measuring tools and ensure conformance to tolerances.
• Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting of EDM equipment.
• Collaborate with toolmakers, CNC programmers, and engineers to optimize EDM strategies.
• Maintain accurate records of setups, tooling, and job progress.

Requirements

• 5+ years of related experience in sinker EDM operations, mold making, or precision machining.
• Associate degree from a two-year college or technical school, or technical diploma/certification in mold making, machining, or EDM technology.
• Proficiency in sinker EDM machine operation (e.g., Sodick, Makino, Mitsubishi).
• Knowledge of electrode materials and design.
• Familiarity with precision measuring tools and inspection techniques.
• Understanding of mold design and steel types.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Makino Sinkers.
• Strong attention to detail and craftsmanship.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience with automated EDM cells and integrated metrology.
• Good communication and documentation skills.

Physical Demands

• Frequent standing, bending, and lifting (up to 50 lbs.).
• Use of hand tools, measuring instruments, and PPE.
• Exposure to manufacturing environment conditions.