What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Tool and Mold Specialist position at STANDEX?
GS Engineering is a leading thermoforming tooling manufacturer specializing in grained, soft-touch interior automotive components. Our high-precision tooling supports the production of interior trim parts for many of the world's largest and most respected automotive manufacturers. As we continue to grow and innovate, we are actively seeking a Senior Tool and Mold Specialist to join our dynamic team. This role offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where craftsmanship, attention to detail, and a passion for quality are highly valued.
What You'll Do:
GS Engineering is looking for a talented Senior Tool and Mold Specialist to join our mold building team. The ideal candidate is a multi-disciplinary craftsman and artisan with a sense of pride in their work and strong eye for design aesthetic who is also a team player, comfortable working in a fast-paced and dead-line driven environment.
- Prepare and wrap machined 3D models with customer-specified grained wrap materials (model wrapping – approx. 75% of the role)
- Interpret and execute customer surface appearance requirements with high attention to detail
- Collaborate with internal teams and customers to ensure satisfaction with mold surface finishes
- Serve as the surface appearance expert and advisor for molds and wrapped models
- Finish, repair, and modify wrapped models and metal grained tools as needed
- Support customer design quality studios (Ford, GM, FCA, and other OEMs) with appearance-related tasks
- Train and mentor team members in technical and artistic aspects of tool and mold work
- Accept and apply respectful developmental feedback during the training and development process
- Maintain open communication and collaboration across teams in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Demonstrate leadership potential, strong communication skills, and customer-first mindset
- Continuously learn and adopt new skills to meet evolving project and company needs
- Support cross-functional tasks and take on additional responsibilities as the organization grows
- Preparation and wrapping of 3D master models with mm thick grained wrap material
- Repair and modification of engraved surfaces to meet customer requirements and specifications.
- After training, serve as the mold surface appearance expert and advisor for the rest of the team.
What You'll Bring:
- 4-7 years' experience in tool / mold making experience
- Journeyman certification as a tool maker or mold maker
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent
What We Value:
- Artistic or artisanal education or a strong portfolio of work
- Strong eye for design aesthetic
- An uncompromising and exquisite attention to detail
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work as a team player in a fast-paced, dead-line, driven environment
- Eagerness to mentor others and to be trained and mentored
- Professional background in one or more of the following, or similar, disciplines:
- Upholstery experience
- Vehicle wrap installation
- Fine wood carving
- Good overall computer skills, including Microsoft Office & e-mail programs a plus
- A desire to increase the effectiveness of yourself and your teammates
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