Tool Mold Maker

About the role

The Toolmaker/Moldmaker is responsible for working with the lead mold maker to build new tooling per CAD or detailed prints, evaluating, maintaining, and repairing existing molds and production tooling. This will be achieved while maintaining HellermannTyton's Quality and EHS certifications by supporting all corporate policies, procedures, work instructions and required documentation.

Responsibilities

• Build new tooling and components with minimal supervision
• Identify and communicate any possible tooling problems to the lead mold maker or supervisor
• Work well with lead mold makers and train mold maintenance technicians and apprentices
• Operate all tool room equipment
• Perform mold maintenance and in-press mold changes
• Work overtime based on production needs
• Work with QA to identify quality concerns
• Maintain a clean and safe work area

Requirements

• 3+ years of plastic injection molding building experience or successful completion of an apprenticeship program
• Journeyman Tool & Die Maker certification/degree is preferred
• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Knowledgeable in current mold-building techniques
• Solid manufacturing concepts in plastic injection mold building
• Ability to read, interpret, and analyze engineering designs and computer-based CAD plans and models
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Good problem-solving skills and be detail-oriented
• Ability to lift/push/pull up to 50 lbs
• Must have own precision tools
• Prior forklift experience preferred

Required Personal Protective Equipment

• Safety shoes are to be worn at all times during scheduled work hours