Mold Repair Journeyman

LEAR CORPORATION; Traverse City (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Lear Corporation is seeking a skilled mold technician in Traverse City, MI, to operate molding presses and set up tooling for molded components. The role requires precise measurement, blueprint reading, and adherence to safety standards within a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities include mold changeovers, tooling adjustments, and collaboration with Engineering to meet customer specifications. A strong mechanical background and 8+ years in mold making or maintenance are preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires a mechanical background with the ability to read and interpret drawings.
• Experience with precision measuring tools and inspection techniques.
• Ability to analyze tooling and tolerances to meet specifications.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate molding presses for molded component parts.
• Perform changeover and maintenance of molds and tooling.
• Make tooling adjustments to meet customer specifications and perform in-process repairs.
• Read and interpret blueprints and electronic prints using engineering software.
• Complete safety checks on equipment and document work performed.
• Train and evaluate mold PM techs as needed.

Skills

Mechanical background

Blueprint interpretation

Precision measurement

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Soildworks

Auto Cad

Job description

We work hard for the people who work for us. We champion our teams. We foster collaboration, inclusion, respect and excellence. What we are trying to say is we want to be more for you.

We are your path to a better career, a better future, and a better you.

Our teams have invented groundbreaking technologies, flawlessly manufactured millions of products and earned a long list of awards. Year after year, we are one of the World's Most Admired Companies.

Our teams are the secret to our success. They are empowered, inventive and inclusive. Passionate about their craft. Driven to succeed. Because we all understand that we must work together to win.

Are you ready for a better career? A better future?

Lear For You

We work hard for the people who work for us. We champion our teams and foster collaboration, inclusion, respect and excellence. Because we want to be more for you.

A path to a better career. A better future.

Our teams have invented groundbreaking technologies, manufactured millions of products and earned a long list of awards. Year after year, we’re named one of the World’s Most Admired Companies.

They’re the secret to our success—empowered, inventive and inclusive. Passionate about their craft. Driven to succeed. Because we win together.

Are you ready for a better career? A better future?

Job Description

Set up and understand how to operate and adjust molding presses in the production of molded component parts using all safety equipment and/or controls provided for the job or machinery. Visually inspect parts and press for defects.

Perform changeover and repair of molds, including maintenance, installation of new tooling, press operations, functions, and settings.

Make tooling adjustments or in process repairs in order to comply with customer specifications. Regrind/sharpen tooling or make new tooling. Perform routine safety checks on all crane and machine equipment used to manufacture or repair mold.

Other duties include, but are not limited, to using a hi low and assist in the training process of the mold PM techs.

Job Rquirements

Requires a mechanical background, experience in the use of micrometers, calipers, and various other precision measuring instruments.

Ability to read and interpret blueprints, basic understanding of computers and work within stringent tolerances, and knowledge of S.P.C. (Statistical Process Controls).

Ability to review electronic prints using Soildworks , Auto Cad , or equivalent

Performing blueprint corrections and changes with Engineering Department

Completing paperwork relating to assigning work done to a particular “job”.

Gives a preliminary evaluation of trainees.

Ability to analyze part drawings and proposed tooling, requiring a high degree of originality and imagination to visualize the tool and determine if it will meet the needs of the job and recommend changes where required.

Ability to check tool drawings for errors in dimensions, fits, and clearances.

Ability to plan, layout, and determine manufacturing methods and sequence of operations best suited to make tooling to design specifications.

Ability to use advanced shop math including geometry and trigonometry to verify dimensions and make intricate calculations for hole locations, compound angles, contours, and reference points.

Ability to setup and operate all types of machine tools to perform difficult and exacting operations.

Ability to devise methods of holding, locating, and machining work of unusual shape, eccentric contours, and compound angles.

Ability to perform bench assembly operations including assembly fitting and lapping and make surface plate set-ups to check complex and close tolerance tooling for accuracy of location points, compound angles, and related dimensions and surfaces.

Ability to work from rough sketches and/or general instructions, improvise temporary tooling to provide means of producing parts until regular tooling is available.

Ability to analyze problems concerned with tooling made to specifications but which fails to meet production requirements and recommend changes or alterations.

Ability to perform data-entry operations and have a basic working understanding of the computer.

Machines, tools, equipment, and work aids which may be representative but not all inclusive, of those commonly associated with this type of work: mold press, surface grinders, vertical mill, engine lathe, drill press, band saw, cutoff saw, pedestal grinder, welder, Oxy Acetylene torch, optical comparator, precision measuring tools, layout tools, hand tools.

Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Good active learning, time management, communication, and organizational skills.

Position has daily contact with the Production Office, Tool Room, Quality Department, and Tool Crib, occasional contact with Tool Room, Engineering, and Maintenance.

Perform other duties as required by supervisor.

High school diploma or GED required.

Knowledge of arithmetic is required

Basic skills in oral and written communication

Must successfully pass a skills evaluation.

A minimum of 8 years' experience in mold making or mold maintenance or requires you successfully complete the State approved Mold Maker apprenticeship program and have earned State certified DOL journeyman’s card.

Comply with all Environment, Health, and Safety {EH&S}rules and procedures.

Education & Experience Requirements

A minimum of 8 years' experience in mold making or mold maintenance or requires you successfully complete the State approved Mold Maker apprenticeship program and have earned State certified DOL journeyman’s card.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Lear Corporation is committed to fair, merit‑based employment practices and equal opportunity.

We provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable law.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the country where the position is located.

Lear Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse workplace.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Location Code: 0079

Nearest Major Market: Traverse City
Nearest Secondary Market: Northern Michigan