Senior Tool & Die Maker; Rotating shift; $32/hour

Stanley Black & Decker; Mission (TX); On-site; USD 57,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401(k) and stock purchase

Job summary

Stanley Black & Decker in Mission, TX is seeking a Senior Tool & Die Maker to lead mold setting and maintenance in a rotating shift. You’ll prepare molds, oversee maintenance, train apprentices, and collaborate with production and quality teams to optimize mold cycles.

Requires a two-year trade program, high school diploma, and at least 2 years’ experience in mold making or tool & die, with CAD/CAM proficiency (CATIA, AutoCAD) and experience with precision measuring tools. OT as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Completion of a two-year technical/trade program focusing on mold making is preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in mold making or tool and die making.

Responsibilities

• Lead mold setting activities according to the production plan and safety guidelines.
• Prepare molds for production and ensure proper identification and location.
• Maintain records of mold maintenance and repairs.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma

Two-year technical program

Tools

CATIA

AutoCAD

Surface grinders

Lathes

Milling machines

Sinker EDM

Wire EDM

TIG/MIG welding

Job description

Senior Tool & Die Maker

Rotating shift
$32/hour

Make Your Mark. Shape Your Future.

It takes great people to achieve greatness. People with a sense of purpose and integrity. People with a relentless pursuit of excellence. People who care about making things better For Those Who Make The World™. Sound like you? Join our top-notch team of 54,000+ professionals in 60 countries who are making their mark on some of the world's most beloved brands, including DEWALT, CRAFTSMAN, STANLEY, BLACK+DECKER, IRWIN, LENOX and more

What You’ll Do

• Lead mold setting activities according to the production plan and safety guidelines.
• Prepare molds for production and ensure they are properly identified and located.
• Implement and follow the mold preventive maintenance plan using e‑maintenance software.
• Maintain accurate records of mold maintenance and repairs.
• Coordinate and oversee the work of mold maintenance technicians and apprentices to ensure adherence to production and maintenance plans.
• Develop and train apprentices and technicians in mold maintenance, repair and the use of measuring tool room equipment (e.g., micrometers, height gauges, EDM, welding machines, surface grinders, lathes).
• Verify part and mold drawings to ensure correct setup for planned part numbers.
• Lead and perform inspections of new molds, ensuring all connections are compatible with molding machines.
• Collaborate with production and quality teams to examine defective parts or molds, determine root causes, and implement repairs or maintenance.
• Support process technicians in troubleshooting part defects and optimizing mold cycles during production.
• Build or modify assembly fixtures and assist tools as needed.
• Maintain a clean and organized tool room in accordance with 5S standards.
• Complete and maintain safety checklists for equipment such as cranes and forklifts
• Ensure all team members follow safety guidelines within the tool room area.
• Stay current with technological advancements relevant to the department.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor or manager to meet business needs.

What's more, you'll get that pride that comes from empowering makers, doers, protectors and everyday heroes all over the world. We're more than the #1 tools and storage company and #2 security solutions provider, with a leading presence in engineered fastening. We're visionaries. Industry 4.0 innovators. As successful as we've been in the past, we have so much further to go. That's where you come in. Join us!

Who You Are

You always strive to do a good job...but wouldn't it be great if you could do your job and do a world of good? You care about quality - at every level. You love to learn and grow and be acknowledged for your valuable contributions. You're not intimidated by innovation. In fact, you embrace it. You also have:

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Completion of a two‑year technical or trade school program with an emphasis on mold making preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in a mold maker or tool and die maker position.
• Advanced expertise in plastic injection mold repair and maintenance.
• Proficient in the use of tool room machinery, including surface grinders, lathes, milling machines, sinker EDM, wire EDM, drill EDM and TIG/MIG welding applications.
• Skilled in the use of precision measuring equipment (e.g. micrometers, height gauges, calipers).
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work autonomously within established procedures and practices.
• Advanced computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Good knowledge of CAD/CAM software (e.g., CATIA, AutoCAD)
• Capable of designing and fabricating fixtures and gauges.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Flexible schedule; must be able to rotate shifts (Day or Night) and work overtime as required.
• Experience operating forklifts and cranes preferred.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

What You’ll Receive

• Medical, dental, life, vision, wellness program, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off and tuition reimbursement.
• Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs.

All qualified applicants to Stanley Black & Decker are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran's status or any other protected characteristic.

We Don't Just Build The World, We Build Innovative Technology Too.

Joining the Stanley Black & Decker team means working in an innovative, tech‑driven and highly collaborative team environment supported by over 43,500 professionals in 60 countries across the globe. Here, you'll get the unique chance to impact some of the w