Tool and Die Technician

Randstad USA; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 79,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Short-term disability

401(k) plan

Job summary

Randstad USA is seeking a Master-Level Tooling & Mold Repair Technician to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair complex plastic injection molds. This senior role demands precision craftsmanship, ownership of a full toolbox, and the ability to execute minor engineering changes.

You will work with Process and Plant Engineers, using CNC, EDM, and milling to repair components, operate overhead cranes and forklifts, and uphold strict OSHA safety standards in a high-utilization facility.

Qualifications

• Advanced role requiring mastery of plastic injection tooling and repair.
• Own toolbox and a broad set of mold making/repair tools.
• Experience reading tooling prints and electrical/hydraulic diagrams.
• Proven ability to perform preventive maintenance and minor engineering changes.

Responsibilities

• Maintain tools in optimal condition and repair molds.
• Perform preventive maintenance and minor engineering changes.
• Operate CNC, EDM, and mills to repair/modify components.
• Collaborate with Process/Plant Engineers on process improvements.
• Keep accurate repair/change records and manage parts inventory.
• Uphold OSHA safety standards and maintain a clean work area.
• Lead teams in root-cause analysis and troubleshooting (8Ds).

Skills

Mold making

Mold repair

Print reading

Tooling maintenance

Overhead crane operation

Forklift operation

Education

High School

Tools

CNC

EDM

Milling

Job description

Seeking Master-Level Tooling & Mold Repair Technician Are you a seasoned mold maker who thrives on precision? We are looking for a highly skilled Tool/Mold Repair Technician to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair complex plastic injection molds.

This is a senior-level role for a true craftsman. You will be responsible for keeping our production tools in optimal operating condition, implementing minor engineering changes, and collaborating with engineering teams on root-cause problem-solving. If you have a deep background in plastics tooling or injection molding, experience on CNC Mill and EDM, and a fully stocked toolbox (bring your own tools!), we want you on our team.

What You’ll Do:

• Tool Maintenance & Repair: Perform preventative maintenance, troubleshoot tooling issues, and execution of minor engineering changes to optimize mold performance.
• Machining & Fabrication: Utilize CNC, EDM, mills, and other standard machining equipment to repair or modify mold components.
• Heavy Lifting Logistics: Safely operate overhead cranes and forklifts to move, flip, and set large injection molds.
• Collaboration & Analytics: Partner with Process and Plant Engineers to implement process improvements and participate in formal root-cause analysis (8Ds).
• Documentation & Inventory: Maintain meticulous records of all tool repairs/changes and ensure proper inventory levels of critical replacement components.
• Safety & Housekeeping: Adhere strictly to OSHA safety guidelines and maintain an immaculate, organized work area.

Requirements

Note: This is an advanced role requiring mastery of the trade. Candidates must possess their own toolbox and an assortment of professional mold-making/repair tools.

• The Expertise: Minimum of 5 years of experience with plastic injection molds AND a minimum of 7 years of total experience in mold making and repair. Think you have what it takes without the required years of tenure? Let's talk.
• The Technical Toolkit: Proven technical training and hands-on experience operating CNC, EDM, and Manual Mills.
• Print Reading: Proficient in reading and interpreting tooling prints, as well as hydraulic and electrical circuit diagrams.
• Equipment Mastery: Adept and certified/experienced in operating overhead cranes and forklift trucks.
• Physical Capability: Ability to stand for long periods, work comfortably around moving mechanical parts, and lift/move up to 45 lbs.

Ready to bring your precision craftsmanship to a high-utilization facility? ZPMLSTCM

salary: $79,040 - $97,565 per year

shift: First

work hours: 7 AM - 3 PM

education: High School

Responsibilities

• Maintain tools in optimal operating condition.
• Perform preventative maintenance activities.
• Perform minor engineering changes.
• Assist in troubleshooting and repairing tools.
• Assist Supervisor in training associates in the proper care and use of tools.
• Assure proper inventory levels of required replacement parts for all tools.
• Follow all prescribed internal tooling procedures.
• Assist Process Engineers, Plant Engineers, and the Tech Center in implementing process improvement changes.
• Participate in corresponding root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping in work area.
• Participate in team problem-solving activities (i.e., 8Ds, communication meetings, etc.).
• Responsible for maintaining accurate and timely records of all tool repairs and changes.
• Responsible for following all internal and OSHA required safety procedures.
• Responsible for following all USF policies and procedures.

• Minimum 5 years' experience with plastic injection molds and a minimum of 7 years' experience in mold making/repair.
• Experience in operating various machinery equipment including adept use of an overhead crane.
• Ability to read tooling prints, hydraulic and electrical circuit prints, and diagrams.
• Must have technical training and/or experience on CNC, EDM, and Mill.
• Must have their own toolbox and an assortment of mold making and repair tools.

The essential functions of this role include:

• wearing steel toe shoes
• working in a non-temperature controlled environment
• manual lifting up to 45lbs
• standing for 7 hours at one time
• working up to 5 hrs of overtime per week

Skills

• Plastic Injection Molds (3 years of experience is required)
• Mold Making / Repair (3 years of experience is required)
• Blueprints and Diagrams (3 years of experience is preferred)
• Electrical Circuit Diagrams (3 years of experience is preferred)
• Hydraulic Diagrams (3 years of experience is preferred)
• CNC (2 years of experience is required)
• Milling (1 year of experience is preferred)
• Forklift (1 year of experience is preferred)
• TIG Welding (2 years of experience is preferred)

Qualifications

• Years of experience: 4 years
• Experience level: Experienced

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.

Experience

• Experienced
• 4 years

Education

• High School