Tool Maker: Precision Mold Machining

Amhil; Brantford; Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Wentworth Mold in Brantford, Canada is seeking a skilled Tool Maker to join our team. You will manufacture, fit, assemble, test, and repair plastic blow molds and related tooling, using advanced machining and mold-building techniques.

You will work from technical drawings, provide guidance to apprentices, and report to the Toolroom Supervisor. The role requires strong reading of drawings and mold designs, independent work ability, and experience with diverse materials.

Qualifications

• Advanced machining and mold-building skills required.
• Ability to read and interpret complex drawings, tolerances, and mold designs.
• Work independently and mentor/apprentice team members as needed.
• Experience with aluminum, stainless steel, beryllium copper, and P20 steel preferred.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret complex technical drawings, tolerances, specifications, and mold designs.
• Understand mold construction and manufacturing processes.
• Prepare tools, measuring instruments, fixtures, and work holding for mold build.
• Operate mills, lathes, surface grinders, drill presses, and other tooling.
• Machine, deburr, polish, and finish mold components to spec.
• Record in-process and final quality results using calipers, micrometers, etc.
• Conduct mold tests including water checks and pinch-off tests.
• Support apprenticeship training and continuous improvement.

Skills

Reading drawings

Mold construction

Machining process selection

Precision measurement

Independent / team work

CNC machining

Welding experience

Plastic processing (asset)

Education

Mold Maker / Tool & Die Maker certification or diploma

Tools

Milling machines

Lathes

Surface grinders

Calipers & micrometers

Height gauges

Gauge pins

Job description

Wentworth Mold in Brantford, Canada is seeking a skilled Tool Maker to join our team. You will manufacture, fit, assemble, test, and repair plastic blow molds and related tooling, using advanced machining and mold-building techniques.

You will work from technical drawings, provide guidance to apprentices, and report to the Toolroom Supervisor. The role requires strong reading of drawings and mold designs, independent work ability, and experience with diverse materials.