Tool Maker / CNC Programmer - Operator

Manar, Inc.; Edinburgh (IN); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wage/training

Health, dental, vision insurance

Vacation and holidays

Training and development

Team-oriented environment

Job summary

Manar, Inc. is seeking a Tool Maker to join our 1st shift team. You will perform preventative maintenance and repair molds and fixtures, read blueprints, and operate CNC equipment as needed.

The role emphasizes CAD/CAM work, safe shop practices, and collaboration across the tool room. Competence with Bridgeport mill, lathe, and grinder is expected, along with a commitment to quality. We offer growth and a stable, team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Mold building and machining experience required.
• CNC operating and programming experience preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Successful completion of an apprentice program or experience recommended.

Responsibilities

• Repair molds as needed, repair or build jigs and fixtures as required.
• Inspects completed molds for signs of imperfection or damage that may affect the molds functionality.
• Read and understand blueprints and CAD files.
• Operate a Bridgeport mill, manual lathe, and surface grinder.
• Uses CAD/CAM software to create designs and/or turn designs into blueprints as required.
• Keep all shop machinery clean, maintained and in proper working order.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and well-organized workspace.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• All other duties assigned

Skills

Excellent verbal and written comms

Strong analytical and problem-solving

Ability to work collaboratively and独立

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Apprentice program

Mold building experience

Tools

Bridgeport mill

Manual lathe

Surface grinder

CAD/CAM software

Job description

Manar, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned, U.S.-based leader in custom plastic injection molding, focused on helping customers overcome production challenges through innovation, reliability, and advanced technology.

POSITION SUMMARY

Tool Maker is responsible for preventative maintenance and repairing a variety of molds and fixtures.Additional tasks involve providing support for tool room equipment operations and use of 2D/3D mold files on the computer. CNC responsibilities include: Programming/ Operating CNC machine as required.

COMPENSATION

$28.00-$32.00 per hour

HOURS

1st Shift

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Repair molds as needed, repair or build jigs and fixtures as required.
• Inspects completed molds for signs of imperfection or damage that may affect the molds functionality.
• Read and understand blueprints and CAD files.
• Operate a Bridgeport mill, manual lathe, and surface grinder.
• Uses computer-aided design (CAD/CAM) software to create designs and/or turn designs into blueprints as required.
• Keep all shop machinery clean, maintained and in proper working order.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and well-organized workspace.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• All other duties assigned

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Successful completion of an apprentice program or experience in the field recommended
• Mold building and machining experience required.
• CNC operating and programming experience preferred.
• Common operating systems
• Software proficiency
• Technical writing

KNOWLEDGE

• Advanced troubleshooting skills
• Understanding of safety and equipment procedures
• Overhead hoist operation and safety regulations required for mold repair and PMs
• Standard Mold Preventive maintenance and repairs.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Strong analytical and problem-solving
• Operation of Bridgeport mill, manual lathe, and surface grinder.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Exposed to work in manufacturing /machining area settings with exposure to oil, coolant, and metal residues
• Intermittent exposure to sounds or noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable
• Requires long periods of standing
• At times, work is completed in a manufacturing facility requiring appropriate protective equipment at all times

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Prolonged periods of walking, reaching, crouching, twisting, lifting, pushing, standing and sitting at a desk working on a computer
• Lift and carry a minimum of 45 pounds
• Wear protective eyewear and/or other protective gear correctly

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive hourly wage or salary, based on experience
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Vacation and holidays
• Opportunities for training and professional development
• A stable, team-oriented work environment