Injection Mold Maker

Moldtronics, Inc.•Downers Grove, IL

3d•$30 - $45•Onsite

About The Position

Moldtronics, Inc. is seeking an experienced Injection Mold Maker to join their team in a hybrid role that combines mold building with precision CNC machining. The role involves working directly with engineering, quality, and production teams to design, build, and maintain plastic injection molds while operating advanced CNC machining equipment. The company specializes in custom injection molding, mold making, CNC machining, and manufacturing for various industries.

Requirements

5+ years of injection mold making and/or mold repair experience
The ability to build plastic injection molds using mold designs, CAD models, blueprints, and engineering drawings
Strong knowledge of injection mold construction, operation, maintenance, and repair
Ability to read and interpret mold designs, blueprints, CAD models, tolerances, and engineering specifications
Experience with mills, lathes, surface grinders, and standard Tool Room equipment
Strong precision machining, fitting, inspection, and troubleshooting skills
Experience working to close tolerances using precision measuring equipment
CNC experience required
CAD/CAM experience required
Ability to work independently or with a team

Responsibilities

Build and repair plastic injection molds from CAD models, blueprints, and engineering specifications
Operate CNC mills, vertical mills, sinker/orbital EDM machines, and surface grinders
CNC Machine precision parts and components to specification
Create your own programs using Mastercam
Read and interpret blueprints, CAD models, and technical drawings with accuracy
Perform quality inspections using precision measuring equipment
Troubleshoot tooling and part-quality issues in collaboration with engineering and production teams
Assist with other related duties as required or assigned
Contribute to continuous improvement of mold design and manufacturing processes