Moldmaking Project Lead: Injection Tooling

International Erosion Control Association; Gladstone (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Term life insurance

Short-term disability insurance

401K plan

Paid leave and holidays

Job summary

International Erosion Control Association is seeking an experienced Moldmaker to build, repair, debug, and assemble precision injection molds and tooling for high-tolerance manufacturing.

The ideal candidate will be hands-on, with strong moldmaking and troubleshooting skills, able to interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and 3D models, and to work with SolidWorks on design reviews and modifications. Experience mentoring others is a plus, and ISO manufacturing experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Extensive experience in moldmaking, injection mold building, tool & die, or precision tooling.
• Proven experience troubleshooting and repairing complex molds.
• Strong skills in mold fitting, assembly, debugging, and precision adjustment.
• Proficiency with SolidWorks.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and understand GD&T.
• Strong knowledge of precision machining and manufacturing processes.
• Experience with Mastercam, Wire EDM or Sinker EDM, and CNC machining.
• Moldmaking apprenticeship, journeyman training, or technical certification.
• Experience mentoring or leading other moldmakers.
• Experience in an ISO-certified manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Build, fit, assemble, debug, and repair complex injection molds and precision tooling.
• Troubleshoot tooling issues, identify root causes, and implement effective repairs.
• Perform mold maintenance, precision adjustments, finishing, and final assembly.
• Support new mold tryouts, sampling, and production launch activities.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and 3D models.
• Use SolidWorks to review mold designs and support tooling modifications.
• Partner with engineering, CNC machining, EDM, and quality teams on tooling improvements.
• Provide input on design for manufacturability and mold performance.
• Prioritize repairs and tooling projects to minimize production downtime.
• Mentor apprentices, moldmakers, and machine operators in mold repair and assembly.
• Maintain high standards for quality, safety, craftsmanship, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Moldmaking

Mold fitting

Troubleshooting

Machining

Precision adjustment

SolidWorks

GD&T reading

Team mentoring

Tool & die

CNC machining

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Moldmaking apprenticeship or technical certification

Tools

SolidWorks

Mastercam

Wire EDM

Sinker EDM

CNC Machining

Job description

International Erosion Control Association is seeking an experienced Moldmaker to build, repair, debug, and assemble precision injection molds and tooling for high-tolerance manufacturing.

The ideal candidate will be hands-on, with strong moldmaking and troubleshooting skills, able to interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and 3D models, and to work with SolidWorks on design reviews and modifications. Experience mentoring others is a plus, and ISO manufacturing experience is preferred.