Tool Maker

Tigre USA Inc; Beaumont (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401(k)

Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage

Life Insurance

STD and LTD Insurance

Job summary

Tigre USA Inc in Beaumont, California, is seeking a Tooling Technician responsible for maintaining all injection molding machines and tools. This role involves troubleshooting mold problems, performing repairs, and conducting preventative maintenance to ensure effective operations.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience, a journeyman tool and die certificate, and strong mechanical skills. Competitive pay and benefits are offered, along with opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in mold maintenance.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English; bilingual in Spanish is a plus.
• Good mechanical and electrical aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Maintain molds in good repair and troubleshoot mold-related problems.
• Repair and modify molds as needed.
• Perform preventative maintenance on injection molds.

Skills

Injection molding expertise

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical aptitude

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Journeyman tool and die certificate

Technical school degree

Tools

Drill press

Lathe

Mill

Overhead crane

Job description

About this position

Summary

Responsible for maintaining all injection molding machines tools, auxiliary mold equipment, mold storage, mold repair equipment, repair supplies and design modifications. Tooling technician ensures that repairs and setups are completed in a safely manner.

Primary Responsibilities

• Maintain molds in good repair, including checking/lubricating as scheduled/needed.
• Troubleshoot all mold-related problems, identify damage or wear issues within an injection mold and make corrections; differentiate between process-related problems, mold-related problems and machine related problems.
• Repair and make modifications to molds.
• Capability to repair and/or fabricate cores, cavities and various other components of an injection mold.
• Work closely with process technicians and setup technicians to verify mold installation and operations is accurate.
• Perform preventative maintenance of injection molds by conducting planned mold inspection which includes the disassembly, cleaning and reassembly of intricate mold tooling.
• Manage spare mold tooling part inventory.
• Verify mold tooling dimensional conformance to print tolerances using component and reliable.
• Read and interpret manuals and documents.
• Skillfully operate and manufacture custom parts using mill, drill press, lathe, mill, grinder and other.
• Assemble special tools and fixtures.
• Help with internal tooling.
• Assist production as a set-up mechanic or machine operator/grinder as needed.
• Perform duties such as maintain reports/files, prepare reports, order supplies and parts as needed.
• Ability to operate equipment; operate overhead crane.
• Work within existing parameters of designed equipment.
• Note unsafe conditions/practices and report same to Production Manager.
• Meet performance goals agreed on.
• Maintain a clean work area.
• Maintain safety standards within the mold repair and storage area.
• Follow all department and company-wide safety policies and procedures.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with superiors and co-workers in a team environment.
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of this job.
• Other duties as assigned.

Position Specifications and Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Technical school degree and/or 2-3 years equivalent experience required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience with hands on in Mold maintenance and making modifications to molds.
• Journeyman tool and die certificate required.
• Significant knowledge of the injection molding process and equipment, PVC and/or CPVC material characteristics.
• Ability to understand, read, write English, Bi-Lingual in Spanish would be a plus.
• Excellent mechanical/electrical aptitude and ability to adapt and learn.
• Ability to Negotiate with vendors.
• High math aptitude.
• Excellent verbal/written communication skills. Must be able to read, write and speak English.
• Good organizational skills.
• Proven ability to be; creative, and a problem solver.
• Must work well with or without supervision.
• Ability to use drill press, lathe and mills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to understand implications of new information for both present and future problem-solving and decision making options.
• Ability to work as part of a team.

Physical and Mental Demands

• Standing/sitting – Standing with continuous movement for up to 12 hours.
• Lifting/Carrying – Push, pull and/or lift up to 100 pounds frequently.
• Bending/Reaching – Frequent bending and reaching with full extension of arms overhead.
• Walking/Climbing – Frequent walking, occasional climbing.
• Hand Tasks – Good manual dexterity required (both hands) for removing, packing, measuring parts.
• Mental Capacity – Above average math skills for measuring, estimating and checking parts for correct dimensions, and process calculations.

We offer competitive pay, career growth opportunities, and an outstanding benefits program that features: Paid Time Off 401(k) Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage Life Insurance (Self and Spouse/Children) STD and LTD Insurance Other benefits.

Tigre USA maintains a continuing policy of non-discrimination in all employment practices and decisions, ensuring equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. This applies to both Tigre USA employees and applicants for employment with the Company.