Mold Maker
About The Position
The Mold Maker is responsible for designing, building, repairing, and maintaining molds used in manufacturing. The role involves working with metal, plastic, or composite molds and applying blueprint interpretation, machining, and quality-control skills to support efficient manufacturing operations. The Mold Maker may also learn diamond turning and may work in different operational areas as needed. The position requires operating precision machining and tooling equipment, fabricating and finishing mold components, and ensuring molds meet production and quality standards. The employee follows workplace safety protocols, complies with industry regulations, and maintains a clean, organized workspace. Other related duties and assignments may be required.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- At least 3 years of experience in mold making, tool and die, or a related field.
- Proficiency in reading blueprints and CAD designs and using precision measurement tools.
- Strong knowledge of machining processes, CNC operation, and manual tooling techniques.
- Ability to troubleshoot mold defects and perform repairs efficiently.
- Communication skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Good math skills.
- Ability to solve practical problems and deal with concrete and abstract variables where standardization is limited.
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including occasionally lifting or moving up to 25 pounds.
- Close and color vision.
Nice To Haves
- Technical certification.
- Apprenticeship or certification in Mold Making, Tool & Die, or a related trade.
- Experience with injection molding, compression molding, or die-casting molds.
- Understanding of mold materials such as steel, aluminum, and plastic composites.
- Familiarity with AutoCAD, Mastercam, or SolidWorks.
Responsibilities
- Manufacture, assemble, and modify molds using milling, grinding, drilling, and electrical discharge machining (EDM).
- Interpret blueprints, CAD models, and technical drawings to create precise molds.
- Troubleshoot and repair worn or damaged molds to maintain production efficiency.
- Conduct regular mold maintenance and inspections.
- Operate CNC machines, lathes, grinders, and other precision tools to fabricate mold components.
- Polish, deburr, and fit mold parts using hand-finishing techniques.
- Inspect molds for defects and ensure they meet quality standards before production use.
- Work with engineers and production teams to make necessary mold modifications.
- Follow workplace safety protocols and comply with industry regulations.
- Maintain a clean and organized workspace in accordance with company policies.
- Learn diamond turning and perform work on molds as applicable.
- Work in various areas of operations when necessary.
- Perform other related duties and assignments as required.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
