Tool & Mold Repair Technician
Thogus Products Company · Avon Lake, OH · 2 mo ago
EngineeringFull-time
Tool & Mold Repair Technician responsible for programming, set-up, manufacturing, and producing components for injection molds, tool repair, prototype molds, end-of-arm tools, and fixtures. May train other employees in CNC operation and tooling assembly/disassembly. Handles tool maintenance and production mold preparation.
Responsibilities
- Set-up and operate manual machining equipment for manufacturing and repair of injection molds (Bridgeport, Surface Grinder, Lathe, Cutoff Grinder, and Band Saw).
- Program and operate CNC equipment (Cimatron & Solidworks experience preferred).
- Train others on CNC operation to assist in manufacturing (ONA EDM & HWACHEON CNC).
- Analyze manufacturing feasibility and specifications using knowledge of tool design, shop math, and assembly procedures to build tools and dies.
- Set up and operate conventional and special-purpose machines to fabricate tooling components; fit and assemble these into production tooling and fixtures.
- Read tooling blueprints and/or engineering parts/welded prints to produce high-quality tooling from 3D solids.
- Work with minimal direction while building tools or fixtures for production.
- Organize tool room and tool shop supplies.
- Maintain mold Preventative Maintenance schedule and document activity in ERP system.
- Contribute to tool room priorities execution with minimal direction from Tooling Manager.
- Assist in the tool maintenance process including disassembly, cleaning, assembly, and tool inspection.
- Produce parts for broken machines, sometimes with few or no prints, as a repair function.
- Consult with other tooling machinists and engineers to translate simple, effective ideas into tools.
- Take direction from Tooling Manager and/or Engineering Director regarding daily activities.
- Regular and punctual attendance.
Requirements
- Able to react to change and perform other tasks as assigned.
- Reflects a positive professional image, leads with direction and optimism.
- Proactive, motivated, team-oriented, and willing to train others.
- Able to read and interpret blueprints.
- Able to program and operate CNC equipment.
- Experience in measurement techniques and practice.
Qualifications
- 2-year Technical Degree and/or 8+ years of related experience.
- Injection molding experience preferred; alternate industry experience considered.
- Experience coordinating tool room functions, including personnel, preferred.
- Proficient understanding of drawing analysis (e.g., Cimatron, AutoCAD, Solidworks).
- Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
Skills
- Language Skills:
- Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
- Write routine reports and correspondence.
- Speak effectively before groups of employees.
- Mathematical Skills:
- Advanced measurement.
- Addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
- Basic trigonometry.
- Computer Skills:
- CNC programming skills.
- Microsoft Office Suite.
- ERP navigation (IQMS or similar experience preferred).
Benefits
- Sign-On Bonus.
- 12 Paid Holidays (including your Birthday).
- PTO after 90 days.
- Perfect Attendance Days.
- Paid Parental Leave.
- Consistent schedule and hours (40hrs guaranteed).
- 1st shift, 7a-3:30p, Mon-Fri.
- Overtime opportunities.
- 401k with Employer Match.
- Comprehensive Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, STD/LTD, Life).
- Temperature-controlled (Air Conditioned) work environment.
Core Values
- Passion: Desire to make a positive impact and inspire others to do the same.
- Honesty and Integrity: Doing the right thing even when no one is watching.
- Dedication: Team-focused to execute tasks with a positive attitude, sense of significance, and enthusiasm.
- Mutual Respect: Considerate of others’ ideas, feelings, beliefs, or property; giving it even if you don’t get it.
- The Edge: Commitment to adaptation, breaking tradition, and accepting change.