Mold Maker

• ◆Perform advanced hands-on machining operations using mills, EDMs, lathes, grinders, saws, hones, and other precision equipment
• ◆Interpret and work from blueprints, CAD files, engineering drawings, and written/verbal instructions to manufacture mold components to specification
• ◆Review mold designs and develop a thorough understanding of mold functionality, critical features, and customer

• ✓Monitor and verify the quality, dimensional accuracy, fit, and functionality of mold components throughout the manufacturing and assembly process.
• ✓Independently diagnose mold problems, determine required repairs, and return tooling to production-ready condition.
• ✓Document and report mold design and manufacturing issues through Design Quality Issue Reports and other required quality systems.
• ✓Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance to team members, promoting best practices and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
• ✓Maintain a safe, organized work environment and comply with all company safety, quality, and operational procedures.
• ✓Communicate project progress, concerns, and delivery risks with Operations Management and department leaders.
• ✓Fit, repair, and replace cores, cavities, inserts, slides, lifters, ejector systems, leader pins, bushings, and related mold components
• ✓Other duties as assigned

• ✓High school diploma or equivalent required; technical training, apprenticeship, or journeyman-level moldmaking/toolmaking experience preferred.
• ✓Minimum of 5 years of hands-on injection moldmaking or toolmaking experience supporting plastic injection molding operations.
• ✓Demonstrated experience building, repairing, maintaining, fitting, assembling, and troubleshooting complex plastic injection molds.
• ✓Strong knowledge of injection mold construction, operation, mold functionality, and common tooling failure modes.
• ✓Hands-on experience with mold components and systems, including:
• ✓Cores and cavities
• ✓Mold inserts
• ✓Parting lines and shutoffs
• ✓Mold actions, interlocks, and mechanical components
• ✓Slides and lifters
• ✓Ejector pins and ejector systems
• ✓Cooling and water circuits
• ✓Leader pins and bushings
• ✓Advanced machining skills with manual and CNC toolroom equipment, including mills, lathes, grinders, EDMs, and other precision machining equipment.
• ✓Strong precision fitting, spotting, polishing, bench work, assembly, and mold qualification skills.
• ✓Ability to independently diagnose tooling issues, identify root causes, and implement effective repair solutions.
• ✓Ability to read and interpret mold designs, blueprints, CAD models, engineering drawings, and dimensional specifications.
• ✓Proficient in the use of precision measuring and inspection equipment to verify dimensional accuracy and mold quality.
• ✓Working knowledge of CNC programming and machining processes
• ✓Basic CAD skills with the ability to review and interrogate mold designs and manufacturing data.
• ✓Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills with a high attention to detail.
• ✓Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with engineering, machining, assembly, quality, and operations teams.
• ✓Ability to work independently on complex tooling projects while maintaining a high level of precision, craftsmanship, quality, and accountability.
• ✓Proficient computer skills, including the ability to complete reports, quality documentation, and production-related records.

Physical

• ✓Ability to stand and/or sit for extended periods of time
• ✓Ability to visually inspect detailed markings and part features
• ✓Manual dexterity to handle tools and small components
• ✓Ability to lift and move materials or components weighing up to 40 pounds

Work Environment

This position operates in a precision manufacturing environment and requires adherence to all company safety policies and procedures. Personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn as required.

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