Mold Technician

Westfall Technik, LLC; Union City (CA); On-site; USD 55,104 - 64,747; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm in California is seeking a Mold Maker for a 2nd shift position. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of hands-on experience in mold making, coupled with proficiency in CNC machining. This role offers competitive pay ranging from $40 to $47 per hour, depending on experience, and requires proficiency in interpreting technical drawings and operating various machining tools.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on mold making experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Skilled in tight-tolerance work and complex tooling assemblies.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and maintain manual dexterity.

Responsibilities

• Mold construction and fabrication.
• Mold maintenance and repair.
• Troubleshooting and problem solving.

Skills

Manual and CNC machining

TIG welding

EDM machine operation

Technical drawing interpretation

SolidWorks

Mastercam

Visi

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Mold making or tool and die apprenticeship

Tools

CNC mill

CNC lathe

Grinding machining equipment

Job description

Overview

Mold Maker role at Westfall Technik, LLC – 2nd shift position (3:00 PM – 11:30 PM, Mon–Fri). Training on 1st shift (Mon–Fri, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM). Pay Rate: $40-$47/hr, depending on experience.

Responsibilities

• Mold Construction & Fabrication
• Mold Maintenance & Repair
• Troubleshooting & Problem Solving
• Quality Assurance
• Process Support & Collaboration

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; completion of a mold making or tool and die apprenticeship preferred.
• 3+ years of hands-on mold making experience in a manufacturing environment (plastic injection molds specifically).
• Proficient in using manual and CNC mill/lathe and grinding machining equipment.
• Experienced in operating TIG welding and EDM machines.
• Experience repairing hot runner molds.
• Strong knowledge of mold-making materials, heat treatment processes, and mold cooling systems.
• Experience working with molds using core pull sequences.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and CAD models.
• SolidWorks, Mastercam, Visi experience.
• Skilled in tight-tolerance work and complex tooling assemblies (rack system).
• High attention to detail and precision.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and maintain manual dexterity.
• Extended periods of standing, bending, and working with hand tools and machinery.

Work Environment

The work environment is typically an office within a manufacturing facility with a low to moderate noise level. Westfall Technik is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, age, military status, or any other protected characteristic.