Precision Moldmaker & Machinist | CNC, Tooling

Aptar; Congers (NY); On-site; USD 58,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Bonus plan

401k & Retirement Savings plan

Healthcare benefits

Job summary

Aptar is seeking an experienced Moldmaker based in Congers, NY. The role involves constructing, repairing and maintaining in‑house molds and tooling under limited supervision, with focus on tight tolerances and high quality.

As a Moldmaker/Machinist, you will read blueprints, inspect molds and parts, set up CNC lathes, milling machines and surface grinders, and troubleshoot mold problems. A strong molding background and precision skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent, technical school or related experience.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience working as a mold/tool maker.
• Knowledge of molding process and ability to troubleshoot problems.
• Good mathematical and mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to operate all tool room equipment proficiently, good mold and mechanical skills.

Responsibilities

• Comply with safety regulation and Good manufacturing practices
• Read and Understand blueprints for mold requirements
• Examine mold, spare parts for accuracy and conformity
• Inspect and molds to maintain production performance
• Fit spare parts for existing tools, enhance components
• Disassemble and assemble molds, analyze and solve basic mold problems including flashing
• Assemble repair, inspect, clean and polish molds using skill and care while handling and polishing critical surfaces
• Use a variety of machinist's hand tools and precision measuring instruments
• Set up and operate CNC lathes, milling machines and surface grinders. Perform close‐tolerance machining using detailed blueprints, drawings, and sketches
• Compute dimensions; determine machining and material or parts requirements
• Uses precision measuring instruments in the fabrication of various mold components and plastic tools and parts
• Recommend design improvements and/or substitutions of material as required

Skills

Mold making

Blueprint reading

Precision measurement

Troubleshooting

Milling/Grinding

CNC Machining

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Technical school or related experience

Tools

CNC lathes

Milling machines

Surface grinders

Precision measuring instruments

Job description

Aptar is seeking an experienced Moldmaker based in Congers, NY. The role involves constructing, repairing and maintaining in‑house molds and tooling under limited supervision, with focus on tight tolerances and high quality.

As a Moldmaker/Machinist, you will read blueprints, inspect molds and parts, set up CNC lathes, milling machines and surface grinders, and troubleshoot mold problems. A strong molding background and precision skills are essential for success.