Mold Maker

NyproMold Inc.; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 36,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Career growth

Job summary

NyproMold Inc. is seeking a Mold Maker in Massachusetts to drive advanced machining and mold assembly for world-class injection molds. You will collaborate with design, machining, assembly, and manufacturing teams to deliver completed tooling on schedule.

The role requires a minimum of 5 years in moldmaking/to olmaking, strong knowledge of mold construction, and the ability to diagnose tooling issues and lead improvement initiatives. Competitive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical training or journeyman moldmaking experience preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on injection moldmaking or toolmaking experience.
• Experience building, repairing, maintaining, fitting, assembling, and troubleshooting complex plastic injection molds.
• Strong knowledge of mold construction, operation, and tooling failure modes.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced hands-on machining operations using mills, EDMs, lathes, grinders, saws, hones, and other precision equipment.
• Interpret blueprints, CAD files, and engineering drawings to manufacture mold components to specification.
• Review mold designs and understand mold functionality and customer requirements.
• Monitor and verify the quality and dimensional accuracy of mold components throughout manufacturing and assembly.
• Diagnose mold problems, determine repairs, and return tooling to production-ready condition.
• Document mold design and manufacturing issues through Quality Reports and required systems.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to team members.
• Maintain a safe, organized work environment and comply with safety procedures.
• Communicate progress, concerns, and delivery risks with Operations Management.

Skills

Moldmaking

Manual & CNC machining

Blueprints & CAD interpretation

Troubleshooting

Quality inspection

Team leadership

Communication

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma

Technical training or journeyman moldmaking

Tools

Mills

EDMs

Lathes

Grinders

CNC programming

Measuring equipment

CAD software

Job description

NyproMold is seeking a Mold Maker to play a critical role in the successful execution of the mold manufacturing process, and perform a wide range of highly skilled tasks essential to delivering world‑class injection molds. This position requires advanced hands‑on machining expertise, exceptional technical knowledge, and strong planning, coordination, and communication skills to ensure all mold components are completed, assembled, and validated on schedule.

An extensive understanding of plastic injection mold design, construction, and functionality is required to effectively evaluate dimensional requirements, tolerances, fits, finishes, and overall mold performance. The Mold Maker provides guidance, instruction, support, and direction throughout mold construction and qualification. This includes collaborating with design, machining, assembly, and manufacturing teams to identify risks, solve problems, expedite critical activities, and drive projects toward successful completion. The role requires sound judgment, a proactive approach, and the ability to influence outcomes through technical expertise and leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform advanced hands‑on machining operations using mills, EDMs, lathes, grinders, saws, hones, and other precision equipment
• Interpret and work from blueprints, CAD files, engineering drawings, and written/verbal instructions to manufacture mold components to specification
• Review mold designs and develop a thorough understanding of mold functionality, critical features, and customer requirements
• Monitor and verify the quality, dimensional accuracy, fit, and functionality of mold components throughout the manufacturing and assembly process.
• Independently diagnose mold problems, determine required repairs, and return tooling to production‑ready condition.
• Document and report mold design and manufacturing issues through Design Quality Issue Reports and other required quality systems.
• Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance to team members, promoting best practices and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain a safe, organized work environment and comply with all company safety, quality, and operational procedures.
• Communicate project progress, concerns, and delivery risks with Operations Management and department leaders.
• Fit, repair, and replace cores, cavities, inserts, slides, lifters, ejector systems, leader pins, bushings, and related mold components
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical training, apprenticeship, or journeyman‑level moldmaking/toolmaking experience preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of hands‑on injection moldmaking or toolmaking experience supporting plastic injection molding operations.
• Demonstrated experience building, repairing, maintaining, fitting, assembling, and troubleshooting complex plastic injection molds.
• Strong knowledge of injection mold construction, operation, mold functionality, and common tooling failure modes.
• Hands‑on experience with mold components and systems, including:
  • Cores and cavities
  • Mold inserts
  • Parting lines and shutoffs
  • Mold actions, interlocks, and mechanical components
  • Slides and lifters
  • Ejector pins and ejector systems
  • Cooling and water circuits
  • Leader pins and bushings
• Advanced machining skills with manual and CNC toolroom equipment, including mills, lathes, grinders, EDMs, and other precision machining equipment.
• Strong precision fitting, spotting, polishing, bench work, assembly, and mold qualification skills.
• Ability to independently diagnose tooling issues, identify root causes, and implement effective repair solutions.
• Ability to read and interpret mold designs, blueprints, CAD models, engineering drawings, and dimensional specifications.
• Proficient in the use of precision measuring and inspection equipment to verify dimensional accuracy and mold quality.
• Working knowledge of CNC programming and machining processes
• Basic CAD skills with the ability to review and interrogate mold designs and manufacturing data.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and troubleshooting skills with a high attention to detail.
• Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with engineering, machining, assembly, quality, and operations teams.
• Ability to work independently on complex tooling projects while maintaining a high level of precision, craftsmanship, quality, and accountability.
• Proficient computer skills, including the ability to complete reports, quality documentation, and production‑related records.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and/or sit for extended periods of time
• Ability to visually inspect detailed markings and part features
• Manual dexterity to handle tools and small components
• Ability to lift and move materials or components weighing up to 40 pounds

Physical Requirements

This position operates in a precision manufacturing environment and requires adherence to all company safety policies and procedures. Personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn as required.

What we offer

• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Career growth opportunities within a growing organization
• Clean, climate‑controlled manufacturing environment

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Pay Information

The hourly pay range for this role is $26.30 – $47.36. Job‑related, non‑discriminatory factors used to determine the actual offered rate include qualifications and experience, geographic location, education, external market data, and consideration of internal equity.

As part of the total rewards package, Jabil offers benefits to enhance your health, wealth, and resilient self. These include medical, dental, and vision insurance plans; paid time off; paid parental leave; company‑paid holidays subject to change yearly; 401(k) retirement plan; and employee stock purchase plan.

Accessibility Accommodation

If you are a qualified individual with a disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Career site as a result of your disability. You can request a reasonable accommodation by sending an e‑mail to [e-mail] or calling 727‑803‑7988 with the nature of your request and contact information. Please do not direct any other general employment related questions to this e‑mail or phone number. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to.

NyproMold is a leader in precision mold manufacturing, supporting the medical, consumer, and industrial markets. We are committed to excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement. Our team members are highly skilled professionals dedicated to producing world‑class tooling solutions.