Mold Toolmaker: CAD/CAM Programmer & CNC Expert

Silgan Specialty Packaging; Mequon (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Silgan Specialty Packaging in Mequon, WI is seeking an experienced tool and die maker to repair and modify plastic injection molding dies and fixtures. You will program in CAD/CAM (NX and SolidWorks), set up complex machines, and collaborate with mold maintenance to minimize downtime.

You will read blueprints, troubleshoot moldings and engage with outside vendors for welding, polishing, and finishing services, ensuring conformance to specifications and quality standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate degree or technical training desired.
• 5+ years of related experience or training may be substituted.

Responsibilities

• Plan and perform bench, machine and finishing operations to alter plastic injection molding dies and fixtures.
• Program and edit in CAD/CAM - NX and SolidWorks a plus.
• Set up and operate machines with improvised tools to extend equipment capabilities.
• Support production and minimize downtime with mold maintenance.
• Read blueprints and verify dimensions, tolerances and alignment.
• Troubleshoot moldings and related equipment; work with outside vendors as needed.

Skills

Bench machining

CNC/NC setup

CAD/CAM NX

SolidWorks

Blueprint reading

Basic PC skills

Troubleshooting

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or technical training

Tools

Husky hot runner systems

Job description

Silgan Specialty Packaging in Mequon, WI is seeking an experienced tool and die maker to repair and modify plastic injection molding dies and fixtures. You will program in CAD/CAM (NX and SolidWorks), set up complex machines, and collaborate with mold maintenance to minimize downtime.

You will read blueprints, troubleshoot moldings and engage with outside vendors for welding, polishing, and finishing services, ensuring conformance to specifications and quality standards.