Tooling Technician in California, USA - MP

Company Description

Family owned and operated since 1990, the company has been manufacturing & delivering quality products to our customers for over 30 years. We are expert injection molders of plastic for custom-made designs. The company capabilities range from high-precision medical molding to large projects utilizing structural foam injection molding. We custom mold parts across a wide range of industries, including medical, electronic, consumer, aviation, and automotive.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Tooling Technician to join our team. This position is a critical part of our manufacturing and continuous improvement processes. The ideal candidate will be a creative problem-solver who can not only perform maintenance on our molds but also design and build fixtures to support our continuous improvement efforts.

Key Responsibilities: • Mold Maintenance & Repair: Perform both preventive and corrective maintenance on a variety of plastic injection molds. This includes disassembling, cleaning, inspecting, and repairing mold components to ensure optimal performance and part quality. • Fixture Design & Fabrication: Design, fabricate, and implement fixtures and jigs to support poka-yoke (mistake-proofing) and automation initiatives. Use a variety of tools and machines to create custom components. • Troubleshooting: Collaborate with production and engineering teams to identify root causes and implement lasting solutions. • Continuous Improvement: Proactively identify opportunities to improve to

JOB INFORMATION

• Starting Salary: $60K per year
• Workweek: Monday-Friday 8am – 4pm
• Criminal Background Check: Yes, applicants must be able to pass a Mexican and/or US CBC before departure from place of employment, arranged by the recruitment company.
• Drug Test? No pre- employment DT required.
• English Level Requirement: Preferred, but not obligatory.

Qualifications

• Qualifications: • Experience: A minimum of 3-5 years of hands-on experience in a tool room, preferably within a plastic injection molding environment. • Technical Skills: o Strong knowledge of mold design, construction, and repair. o Proficiency in operating tool room machinery (e.g., lathes, mills, grinders). o Experience with the design and creation of jigs and fixtures. o Basic to advanced CAD/CAM software knowledge is a plus. • Problem-Solving: Proven ability to analyze complex problems and develop effective solutions. • Attention to Detail: Meticulous attention to detail to ensure the precision and quality of work. • Preferred: Experience in creating practical automation solutions: reducing labor, increasing efficiency, impro

Additional Information

TRANSPORTATION EXPENSES TO PLACE OF EMPLOYMENT

• Paid flight to Business Location: Yes, relocation provided. Which airport are the workers arriving at? Oakland, San Francisco or Sacramento

WORKPLACE TRANSPORTATION

• Transportation to and from Worksite? Temporary and free of cost to employee, if needed.

HOUSING

• Housing benefit is not provided. Selected worker must secure own housing prior to arrival.

JOB INCENTIVES - BENEFITS

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Vacation Time
• 401K 401K matching