Mold Maker

ADDMAN Engineering•Ontario, NY

About The Position

The Mold Maker supports the manufacturing of plastic injection molding by planning and carrying out the processing, fabrication, purchase of standard components, finishing, fitting, shutoff work, and assembly of precision injection molds that meet customer expectations and established cost targets. The role uses CAD/CAM data to process mold details and sequences, operates manufacturing equipment, inspects work, and documents readings in accordance with ISO standards. The Mold Maker organizes and leads mold and fixture builds, reviews designs for manufacturability, maintains records during tool builds, and works with and trains apprentices. The position is responsible for completing tools within quoted hours, supporting processes and procedures, maintaining position-related KPIs, and using Six Sigma quality tools when appropriate. Other duties may be assigned as needed. The position requires regular, punctual attendance and compliance with company policies, procedures, and safety practices. Work takes place in manufacturing areas where personal protective equipment is required, including safety glasses, hearing protection, steel-toe shoes, and other mandatory safety equipment. The facility generally has ambient temperatures, typical plant lighting, and manufacturing equipment. The role involves sitting or standing as needed, walking periodically, reaching and lifting during the workday, and working in small confined spaces while following safety protocols. The ability to perform the physical requirements with or without reasonable accommodation is required.

Requirements

Minimum of four years of mold-building experience.
Ability to read and comprehend blueprints and tool drawings.
Ability to fully utilize Mastercam software.
Experience with 3D CAM.
Good math, organizational, and computer skills, including the ability to navigate Windows.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
Ability to lift 75 pounds.
Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to work in small confined spaces while following proper safety protocols.
Knowledge of standard safety policies and procedures and compliance with company hazardous-waste disposal procedures.
Eligibility for any U.S. Government authorizations required to conform to U.S. export control regulations.

Responsibilities

Plan and carry out processing, fabrication, purchase of standard components, finishing, fitting, shutoff work, and assembly of precision injection molds.
Inspect shutoff areas and critical dimensions, and document readings according to ISO standards.
Use CAD/CAM data to process mold details and sequences efficiently.
Set up and operate CNC mills, surface grinders, and EDMs.
Assemble and finish-fit shutoffs using appropriate tools under the direction of the Tooling Engineer.
Complete purchase requisitions for cutters, materials, and maintenance items needed for the job.
Organize and lead the building of molds and fixtures.
Review designs for manufacturability.
Maintain records and files during tool builds.
Work with and train apprentices.
Complete tools within the quoted number of hours.
Use Six Sigma quality tools, when appropriate, to define, measure, analyze, improve, and control processes and outcomes.
Maintain and support processes, procedures, and KPIs owned by the position.
Review job-related procedures and complete required training within the time stated in the HR LG 01 Training Matrix.
Follow company policies and procedures, comply with safety practices and hazardous-waste disposal procedures, and maintain regular, punctual attendance.
Perform other duties as assigned.