Tool Maker

Clear Destination Inc.

Fremont, Northern (CA, KY)

Hybrid

USD 52,000 - 66,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Company-paid life insurance and long‑/

401k with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off and holidays

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Viant Medical Inc. in Fremont is seeking an experienced Tool Maker to perform advanced mold making, repair, and modification work with minimal supervision.

You will independently execute complex machining, troubleshoot mold performance issues, and mentor junior teammates, using CNC, EDM, and WEDM equipment to ensure high-quality mold performance per customer specs. The role requires 7+ years in mold making and 5+ years in tool room machining, with strong skills in mold design theory, inspection,

Qualifications

High School education or equivalent.
Completion of a state-certified mold making apprenticeship preferred.
Technical degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field preferred but not required.
7+ years of mold making experience, including complex mold builds.
5+ years of tool room machining experience.

Responsibilities

Manufacture new molds and components per customer specifications with minimal oversight.
Perform advanced repairs, modifications, and refurbishments on existing injection molds.
Independently set up, program, and operate CNC machining centers, EDM sinkers, and WEDM equipment.
Create fixtures, jigs, and auxiliary tooling to support production needs.
Interpret complex blueprints, CAD models, and engineering drawings.
Troubleshoot mold performance issues and recommend corrective actions.
Verify part accuracy using precision inspection equipment and techniques.
Ensure all work meets quality, dimensional, and functional requirements.
Participate in design reviews and kick-off meetings, providing technical input to improve manufacturability.
Plan, schedule, and prioritize work to meet quoted hours and delivery deadlines.
Prepare machining plans, prints, and instructions for helpers or apprentices.
Document work performed and communicate follow-up actions needed for mold assembly or production.

Skills

Mold making

CNC programming

Problem solving

Mechanical aptitude

Reading blueprints

Mentoring junior staff

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Mold making apprenticeship

Technical degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field (preferred)

Tools

Makino CNC

Charmilles Wire EDM

WEDM

Vero

SOLIDWORKS

Job description

About the company:

Viant is a global medical device partner providing design, development, manufacturing, and assembly services through capabilities in materials, plastics, metals, extrusion, and automation. With nearly 6,000 employees across 24 locations worldwide, it delivers high quality, life enhancing products with scale and expertise to bring devices to market efficiently. Learn more at Viant Medical's website or on LinkedIn.

About the site:

Our Fremont manufacturing facility specializes in clean room-based medical device assembly, including catheter manufacturing, supporting complex and high-precision production. Our Tool Room is going through an expansion. We are committed to investing in our your' education, professional development, and long-term career growth as part of our Tooling team.

About the role:

As a Tool Maker you will perform advanced mold making, repair, and modification work with minimal supervision. You will support production and engineering by independently executing complex machining, troubleshooting mold performance issues, and mentoring junior team members. You will also operate a wide range of tool room equipment including CNC, EDM, and high-precision manual machines to ensure high-quality mold performance and adherence to customer specifications.

Compensation:

We offer market competitive compensation. Potential salary range for this role is $38.00-$48.00 per hour. Actual pay will be determined based on experience. qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Relocation assistance available for non-local candidates

Responsibilities:

Manufacture new molds and components per customer specifications with minimal oversight.
Perform advanced repairs, modifications, and refurbishments on existing injection molds.
Independently set up, program, and operate CNC machining centers, EDM sinkers, and WEDM equipment.
Create fixtures, jigs, and auxiliary tooling to support production needs.
Interpret complex blueprints, CAD models, and engineering drawings.
Troubleshoot mold performance issues and recommend corrective actions.
Verify part accuracy using precision inspection equipment and techniques.
Ensure all work meets quality, dimensional, and functional requirements.
Participate in design reviews and kick-off meetings, providing technical input to improve manufacturability.
Plan, schedule, and prioritize work to meet quoted hours and delivery deadlines.
Prepare machining plans, prints, and instructions for helpers or apprentices.
Document work performed and communicate follow-up actions needed for mold assembly or production.

Education

High School education or equivalent
Completion of a state-certified mold making apprenticeship preferred.
Technical degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field preferred but not required.

Experience

7+ years of mold making experience, including complex mold builds.
5+ years of tool room machining experience.
Demonstrated experience troubleshooting injection molding issues.Proven ability to work independently on advanced tooling projects.

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