Lead Tool Maker

New Team LLC•Forest Lake, MN

119d•$32 - $48•Onsite

About The Position

Velosity CMD is searching for a Lead Toolmaker on 1st shift to support our Forest Lake, MN location. The Lead Toolmaker is responsible for the execution of mold building, understanding which parts of the tool will need to be completed first to hit delivery dates, working with department supervisor to provide status updates and address any challenges with the mold build. This is an on-site position.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED
2 Year Tech degree in tool or molding making, or equivalent work experience
10 years’ experience in new construction of Plastic Injection Molds, Mold Modifications, Mold Repair
Valid identification and the ability to work legally in the United States.
Must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident (green card holder) or foreign national granted refugee or asylee status.

Responsibilities

Build plastic injection molds from blueprints and technical drawings.
Compute dimensions, plans layouts & determine assembly method/sequence of operations.
Evaluate method & sequence to recommend improvements.
Assist in the training & development of Mold Makers.
Interact with project managers and company staff to ensure products meet customer and company design and manufacturability and production goals.
Set-up and operate all equipment with minimal supervision in accordance to prints for tool or fixture construction.
Execute work efficiently to meet expected hours for the operations to be performed.
Demonstrate and train safe execution of work activities and conduct 5S activities.
Follow and comply with all safety rules and regulations.
Maintain a clean and organized work area.
Build tool components at a high level of accuracy.
Ensure tooling is free from errors requiring unnecessary rework to repair or replace components.
Maintain tooling through execution of repair and maintenance.
Provide quick turnaround on repairs and service.
Perform preventative maintenance on all molds.
Build precision gages and fixtures to support other manufacturing areas.
Create documentation notes as needed for tools constructed.
Ensure procedures and documentation effectively communicate tasks.
Achieve a high level of proficiency on the operation and maintenance of tools, equipment and machinery.
Use various measuring tools to ensure accuracy of tight tolerance parts.
Interpret blueprints and have knowledge of GD&T.