Mold & Tooling Apprentice: Hands-on CNC & Machining

Jvis USA, Llc; Michigan; On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

Jvis USA, Llc is seeking an Apprentice Tool Maker to learn under experienced toolmakers and acquire skills in manufacturing, assembly, repair, and maintenance of molds, dies, fixtures and precision tooling used in plastic manufacturing.

You will gain hands-on experience in machining, blueprint reading, measurement, and mold maintenance, with a focus on safety and quality compliance on the first shift.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Basic mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to read measurements accurately.
• Strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist in building and repairing plastic injection molds and tooling.
• Read and interpret blueprints, CAD drawings, and technical specifications.
• Operate machine tools such as milling machines, lathes, grinders, CNC machines and EDM equipment.
• Use precision measuring instruments including micrometers, calipers and dial indicators.
• Polish and fit mold components.
• Perform preventative maintenance on molds and tooling.
• Troubleshoot tooling issues affecting production quality.
• Facilitates annual eyebolt and lift equipment inspections and verifications.
• Maintain strong safety standards while accessing the correct equipment.
• Complete any and all tasks or assignments as requested by Management.
• Maintain compliance of IATF 16949 / ISO 9001 / ISO 14001.
• Follows all safety, housekeeping and company policies and procedures.
• Coordinates and maintains all job responsibilities in a continuous and flexible manner and performs other related duties and job assignments as required.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Blueprint reading

Measurement accuracy

Machining basics

Education

High school diploma or GED

Vocational training in machining/manufacturing

Basic CNC knowledge

Tools

Milling machines

Lathes

Grinders

CNC machines

EDM equipment

Micrometers

Calipers

Dial indicators

Job description

Jvis USA, Llc is seeking an Apprentice Tool Maker to learn under experienced toolmakers and acquire skills in manufacturing, assembly, repair, and maintenance of molds, dies, fixtures and precision tooling used in plastic manufacturing.

You will gain hands-on experience in machining, blueprint reading, measurement, and mold maintenance, with a focus on safety and quality compliance on the first shift.