Mold Room Lead - Injection Tooling & Repairs

H. T. PROF Group; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

H. T. PROF Group in Chicago, IL is seeking a hands-on Toolroom Supervisor to direct daily tool room operations, repair molds, and ensure metalworking quality for injection molding processes.

You will mentor tool room staff, plan repairs, coordinate with production, and manage tooling costs while maintaining safety and efficiency. CAD proficiency with SolidWorks/AutoCAD is preferred; EDM/jig grinding experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; industry certification preferred.
• 5+ years of mold repair and modification experience in injection molding.
• Previous supervisory or lead experience preferred.
• Strong precision grinding and mold repair skills.
• Experience with EDM, jig grinding, or similar processes.
• CAD proficiency; SolidWorks and/or AutoCAD preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily tool room operations and workflow.
• Supervise, train, and mentor tool room personnel.
• Plan, assign, and prioritize mold repairs and modifications.
• Ensure quality, safety, and efficiency standards are met.
• Coordinate with management and production to support schedules and demand.
• Maintain accountability for tooling costs, methods, and results.
• Perform hands-on toolmaking work as required.
• Repair and modify molds, jigs, and fixtures requiring tight tolerances.
• Analyze and implement mold changes to meet production and quality requirements.
• Plan repair procedures and select appropriate materials.
• Develop shrinkage and temperature allowances for proper mold function.
• Assist with mold setup and troubleshooting in production.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Precision grinding

Mold repair and modification

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Industry certification preferred

Tools

CAD proficiency

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

EDM

Jig grinding

Job description

H. T. PROF Group in Chicago, IL is seeking a hands-on Toolroom Supervisor to direct daily tool room operations, repair molds, and ensure metalworking quality for injection molding processes.

You will mentor tool room staff, plan repairs, coordinate with production, and manage tooling costs while maintaining safety and efficiency. CAD proficiency with SolidWorks/AutoCAD is preferred; EDM/jig grinding experience is a plus.