Toolroom - Mold Maker

The Class A Mold Maker is a top-tier, highly skilled tooling professional responsible for building, fitting, modifying, and repairing complex molds to the highest precision standards.

This role requires expert-level machining capability, strong understanding of mold design, and the ability to work independently from concept through completion.

• Build new molds from start to finish , including machining, fitting, assembly, polishing, and final qualification.
• Interpret highly detailed engineering drawings, 3D CAD models, and GD&T specifications with minimal supervision.
• Set up and operate advanced machining equipment , including CNC mills/lathes, surface grinders, EDM (sinker and wire), and high-precision manual equipment.
• Perform complex mold repairs and engineering changes , including troubleshooting parting line issues, venting, gating, runners, slides, lifters, and hot-runner systems.
• Diagnose root causes of mold defects (flash, galling, cooling issues, alignment failures, etc.) and implement corrective actions.
• Lead mold trials , ensuring tools run correctly and meet all dimensional, cosmetic, and functional requirements before release to production.
• Collaborate with design, engineering, and processing teams to optimize mold design for manufacturability, quality, and cycle time.
• Maintain detailed documentation and mold history , including preventive maintenance actions and repair logs.
• Ensure all work complies with tight tolerances , quality standards, and safety procedures.