Toolmaker

IDEX Corporation•Oak Harbor, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Toolmaker is responsible for the maintenance, repair, and improvement of plastic injection molds. This role focuses on machining, grinding, and fitting replacement tooling components such as core pins, ejector pins, and ejector sleeves to restore mold performance, ensure part quality, and minimize production downtime. The position requires strong precision machining skills, tooling knowledge, and the ability to work to tight tolerances.

Requirements

High School Graduate or equivalent required
Minimum 10 years of experience as a Toolmaker
Experience working with hardened tool steels such as D2, S7, and H13
Ability to work with subcontractors, including material suppliers, welding shops, heat-treating vendors

Nice To Haves

SolidWorks design experience is a plus
Full mold design and build capability is a plus

Responsibilities

Maintain and repair existing molds used in production, ensuring optimal performance and reliability
Machine, grind, and fit new mold components including: Core pins, Ejector pins and sleeves, Blocks and cavities, Inserts and related wear components
Fabricate and repair mold slides using EDM
Diagnose mold wear, damage, and performance issues, and determine appropriate corrective actions
Operate manual and CNC machine tools, including lathes, mills, surface grinders, and tool grinders
Perform precision grinding and polishing to meet required tolerances and surface finishes
Verify dimensions and tolerances using precision measuring equipment (e.g., micrometers, calipers, indicators, gauges)
Assemble, disassemble, and test molds to ensure proper function following repairs
Work from prints, sketches, and verbal instructions; make minor adjustments as necessary for fit and function
Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, and engineering teams to support production needs
Maintain accurate documentation of mold maintenance and repair activities
Identify and recommend appropriate capital equipment necessary to perform assigned tasks
Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area