Mold Maker

5 Star Recruitment; Boxborough (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a skilled professional for mold making and repair in Boxborough, Massachusetts. The role involves building and repairing molds using both CNC and manual machinery, interpreting blueprints, and maintaining safety standards. Candidates must have prior experience in mold making, along with proficiency in machining processes. This position offers the opportunity to work collaboratively with engineering teams and contribute to ongoing improvements in tooling processes.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in mold making, repair, or modification.
• Proficient in both CNC and manual machining processes.
• Ability to interpret complex blueprints and work with tight tolerances.

Responsibilities

• Build new molds from raw materials using CNC and manual machining equipment.
• Repair and modify existing molds using CNC and manual machining equipment.
• Disassemble, clean, inspect, and reassemble molds for repair and evaluation.
• Operate lathes, milling machines, surface grinders, and other manual/CNC equipment.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to troubleshoot tooling issues.

Skills

CNC machining

Manual machining

Blueprint interpretation

Precision measurement

Job description

Boxborough, Massachusetts, United States

• Build new molds from raw materials using CNC and manual machining equipment
• Repair and modify existing molds using CNC and manual machining equipment
• Disassemble, clean, inspect, and reassemble molds for repair and evaluation
• Review and interpret drawings and models
• Operate lathes, milling machines, surface grinders, and other manual/CNC equipment
• Use precision measurement tools (micrometers, calipers, indicators, height gauges) to ensure tight tolerance machining and final fitting
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to troubleshoot tooling issues and recommend improvements
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area following company and industry safety standards
• Perform other Tool Room-related duties as assigned

MUST HAVES

• Previous experience in mold making, repair, or modification
• Proficient in both CNC and manual machining processes
• Ability to interpret complex blueprints and work with tight tolerances