Mold Maker/Tool Maker

Molded Dimensions Manufacturing; Fife (WA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Molded Dimensions Group is seeking an experienced Mold Maker/Tool Maker at our Fife, WA facility. You will manufacture, repair, and troubleshoot plastic injection molds, working with mills, lathes, grinders, EDM, and CNC equipment to ensure high-precision tooling.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years of mold-making experience, a Journeyman Mold Maker certification or equivalent, and proficiency in blueprints, tolerances of ±0.001 inch, and problem-solving alongside engineering teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of mold-making experience.
• Journeyman Mold Maker certification or equivalent hands-on experience.
• Ability to read blueprints, engineering drawings, and specifications.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Proven ability to work to tight tolerances of ± .001 in.

Responsibilities

• Build, alter, repair, and maintain injection molds and tooling components.
• Perform complex mold repairs and shut-off spotting operations.
• Troubleshoot tooling issues on the production floor alongside engineering and manufacturing teams.
• Operate mold-making equipment including mills, lathes, grinders, EDM machines, and CNC equipment.
• Perform welding, bench work, polishing, stoning, fitting, and mold assembly.

Skills

Mold making

Blueprint reading

Troubleshooting

Tolerance ±0.001 in

Education

Journeyman Mold Maker certification

Tools

SolidWorks

Mastercam

CNC machining

Job description

Location: Fife, WADepartment: ToolingPay Range: $30.00 - $50.00 per hour (DOE)Join the Molded Dimensions Group Team!Molded Dimensions Group is a leading manufacturer of plastic, custom rubber, and urethane components. We proudly serve a diverse range of industries including medical, marine, automotive, trucking, mining, and industrial markets.Our Fife, Washington facility is seeking an experienced Mold Maker / Tool Maker to join our growing tooling team. This role is ideal for a highly skilled craftsman who takes pride in precision work, problem-solving, and building high-quality injection molds that support world-class manufacturing operations.If you enjoy working with advanced machining equipment, collaborating with engineers, and tackling challenging tooling projects, we'd like to hear from you.What You'll DoAs a Mold Maker / Tool Maker, you will be responsible for the manufacture, maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of plastic injection molding tools and related components. Duties include:Build, alter, repair, and maintain injection molds and tooling componentsPerform complex mold repairs and shut-off spotting operationsTroubleshoot tooling issues on the production floor alongside engineering and manufacturing teamsOperate mold-making equipment including mills, lathes, grinders, EDM machines, and CNC equipmentPerform welding, bench work, polishing, stoning, fitting, and mold assemblyCreate new tooling from raw materials and engineering drawingsReview tooling designs and collaborate with engineering on new and existing mold projectsInspect molds and mold components to ensure compliance with dimensional and quality requirementsPerform machine set-ups and adjustments on mold-making equipmentConduct detailed inspections using precision measuring instrumentsAssist with molded part inspections to support mold troubleshooting and repair activitiesMaintain a safe, clean, and organized work environmentDemonstrate a commitment to quality, safety, continuous improvement, and company core valuesWhat We're Looking ForRequired QualificationsMinimum of 5 years of mold-making experienceJourneyman Mold Maker certification or equivalent hands-on experience in injection mold construction and repairAbility to independently perform mold construction, maintenance, and repair with minimal supervisionExperience disassembling and assembling molds and diesStrong understanding of tooling materials including P-20, H-13, stainless steel, and aluminumAbility to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and specificationsStrong analytical and troubleshooting skillsProven ability to work to tight tolerances of +/- .001\"Ability to operate forklift and overhead crane equipmentPreferred SkillsExperience using SolidWorks and MastercamExperience operating:Advanced knowledge of mold finishing, polishing, and fitting techniquesStrong knowledge of machining methods, tool steels, and mold construction practicesWhy Join Molded Dimensions Group?At Molded Dimensions Group, you will be part of a team that values craftsmanship, innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement. We invest in our people and offer opportunities to work on challenging projects supporting a wide variety of industries and applications.If you're a skilled Mold Maker looking for an opportunity to make an impact within a growing organization, we'd love to hear from you.Apply today and help build the tooling that drives our manufacturing success.You should be proficient in:Tool/Die/Mold Setup Experience