Tool and Die Maker

Job Details

• Build, repair, maintain, and modify plastic injection molds, dies, fixtures, and tooling to support production requirements
• Diagnose mold issues including flash, dimensional problems, wear, damage, alignment issues, cooling problems, and other tooling related defects
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on injection molds to improve reliability, extend tooling life, and reduce production downtime
• Disassemble molds, inspect individual components, identify worn or damaged parts, complete repairs, and properly reassemble tooling for production
• Set up and operate manual machining equipment including mills, lathes, surface grinders, drill presses, and other precision machine tools
• Machine, fit, and finish mold components such as cores, cavities, inserts, pins, bushings, slides, and other tooling components
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, schematics, and tooling specifications to complete repairs and modifications accurately
• Perform precision measurements using micrometers, calipers, indicators, gauges, and other inspection equipment
• Troubleshoot molds directly with production and processing teams to identify root causes of tooling related quality or performance issues
• Perform polishing, grinding, fitting, spotting, and bench work required to bring molds and components back to specification
• Support mold changes, engineering modifications, and continuous improvement projects to improve cycle times, part quality, and overall mold performance
• Maintain accurate records of mold repairs, preventative maintenance, modifications, and tooling history
• Work closely with engineering, maintenance, quality, and production teams to minimize downtime and keep injection molding operations running efficiently
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe tool room while properly caring for machines, tools, and equipment

About the role

This is a hands-on position for someone who has experience working with injection molds and understands what it takes to keep tooling running properly. You will join a small, experienced team with the opportunity to take on more responsibility and grow with the company.

Responsibilities

• Build, repair, maintain, and modify plastic injection molds, dies, fixtures, and tooling to support production requirements
• Diagnose mold issues including flash, dimensional problems, wear, damage, alignment issues, cooling problems, and other tooling related defects
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on injection molds to improve reliability, extend tooling life, and reduce production downtime
• Disassemble molds, inspect individual components, identify worn or damaged parts, complete repairs, and properly reassemble tooling for production
• Set up and operate manual machining equipment including mills, lathes, surface grinders, drill presses, and other precision machine tools
• Machine, fit, and finish mold components such as cores, cavities, inserts, pins, bushings, slides, and other tooling components
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, schematics, and tooling specifications to complete repairs and modifications accurately
• Perform precision measurements using micrometers, calipers, indicators, gauges, and other inspection equipment
• Troubleshoot molds directly with production and processing teams to identify root causes of tooling related quality or performance issues
• Perform polishing, grinding, fitting, spotting, and bench work required to bring molds and components back to specification
• Support mold changes, engineering modifications, and continuous improvement projects to improve cycle times, part quality, and overall mold performance
• Maintain accurate records of mold repairs, preventative maintenance, modifications, and tooling history
• Work closely with engineering, maintenance, quality, and production teams to minimize downtime and keep injection molding operations running efficiently
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe tool room while properly caring for machines, tools, and equipment

Requirements

• Experience working with injection molds and understanding how to keep tooling running properly
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, schematics, and tooling specifications
• Proficiency in using precision measurement equipment such as micrometers, calipers, indicators, gauges, and other inspection tools
• Strong problem-solving skills to troubleshoot mold issues and identify root causes of tooling related quality or performance issues
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Knowledge of manual machining equipment including mills, lathes, surface grinders, drill presses, and other precision machine tools
• Ability to maintain accurate records of mold repairs, preventative maintenance, modifications, and tooling history

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar role
• Experience with injection molds and tooling
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot and diagnose mold issues
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficiency in using precision measurement equipment such as micrometers, calipers, indicators, gauges, and other inspection tools
• Knowledge of manual machining equipment including mills, lathes, surface grinders, drill presses, and other precision machine tools

Skills

• Experience with injection molds and tooling
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot and diagnose mold issues
• Proficiency in using precision measurement equipment such as micrometers, calipers, indicators, gauges, and other inspection tools
• Knowledge of manual machining equipment including mills, lathes, surface grinders, drill presses, and other precision machine tools

Benefits

• Excellent benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off
• Opportunity to grow within the company with salary increases based on performance and added responsibilities
• 401(k) plan
• Potential monthly bonus opportunities

Pay

$25 - $40 per hour depending on experience

Schedule

Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM

Benefits

• Excellent benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off
• Opportunity to grow within the company with salary increases based on performance and added responsibilities
• 401(k) plan
• Potential monthly bonus opportunities