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Job Title: Tool Maker
Shift: 8-10 hour shift / Flexibility with days / start times
Position Summary:
We are seeking a skilled Tool Maker to join our team. In this hands-on role, you will fabricate, assemble, and maintain high-precision molds, dies, and tooling for plastic injection molding. The Tool Maker works under the guidance of the Lead Tool Maker and Tool & Die Designers, contributing technical expertise to ensure accurate and reliable tooling for production.
We are seeking a skilled Tool Maker to join our team. In this hands-on role, you will fabricate, assemble, and maintain high-precision molds, dies, and tooling for plastic injection molding. The Tool Maker works under the guidance of the Lead Tool Maker and Tool & Die Designers, contributing technical expertise to ensure accurate and reliable tooling for production.
Key Responsibilities:
- Fabricate, fit, assemble, and maintain high-precision tools, dies, and injection molds according to finalized designs and specifications.
- Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and CAD data to support tooling production.
- Perform precision machining, polishing, fitting, and assembly of mold components.
- Assist with mold setup, sampling, and adjustments as needed during production trials.
- Troubleshoot and repair molds and tooling to maintain production efficiency.
- Perform measurements and quality checks to ensure tools meet specifications.
- Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean, organized work area.
- Collaborate with Lead Tool Maker and Tool & Die Designers to support design intent and manufacturability.
Qualifications / Requirements:
- 2-5 years of experience in tool and die making, mold making, or precision machining, ideally in plastic injection molding.
- Proficiency with CNC and manual machining, EDM, grinding, and other toolmaking techniques.
- Experience using precision measurement tools and inspection equipment.
- Understanding of materials, heat treatment, and tooling wear.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and CAD files.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently while supporting team priorities.
- Ownership of required tools preferred.
Preferred Skills:
- Technical training or apprenticeship in tool & die or mold making.
- Experience with mold repair and maintenance in a production environment.
- Familiarity with lean manufacturing or continuous improvement principles.
- Knowledge of tooling standards for plastics injection molding.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to stand, walk, and operate machinery for extended periods.
- Lift and move up to 50 lbs.
Work Environment:
- Hands-on shop environment with exposure to machining, grinding, and molding equipment.
We are committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all employees. We seek to match you with opportunities that best match your skills and needs, and it is our policy to administer these activities in a manner which does not discriminate against or give preference to any person because of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, ancestry, sexual orientation, military service, marital status, arrest or conviction record, or any other discriminatory basis prohibited by state or federal law. All employees are required to have a proof of identity and authorization to work.