Tool & Mold Repair Technician

Thogus Products Company; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

12 Paid Holidays (including your Birthday)

401k with Employer Match

Temperature controlled environment

Consistent schedule (40hrs guaranteed)

Job summary

A manufacturing firm in Bridgeport is seeking a Tool & Mold Repair Technician responsible for programming, set-up, and manufacturing components for injection molds. The role includes training others in CNC operation and requires experience with manual machining equipment. Ideal candidates will have strong skills in blueprint reading, CNC programming, and a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience. The position offers a consistent 40-hour work week with overtime opportunities and a sign-on bonus.

Qualifications

• Able to program and operate CNC equipment.
• Must reflect a positive professional image and be team-oriented.
• Able to read and interpret blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Set-up and operate manual machining equipment for tooling.
• Program and Operate CNC equipment.
• Train others on CNC operation.

Skills

CNC programming and operation

Blueprint reading

Measurement techniques

Team-oriented

Proactive attitude

Education

2-year Technical Degree

8+ years of related experience

Tools

Cimatron

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

Tool & Mold Repair Technician is responsible for programming, set-up, manufacturing, and producing components for injection molds, tool repair, prototype molds, end of arm tools, and fixtures. Position may train other employees in CNC operation to assist in manufacturing as well as in tooling assembly/disassembly. Tool maintenance and production mold preparation responsibilities will also be part of the position.

• Sign-On Bonus
• 12 Paid Holidays (including your Birthday)
• Consistent schedule and hours (40hrs guaranteed)
  • 1st shift, 7a-3:30p, Mon-Fri
• Overtime opportunities
• 401k with Employer Match
• Temperature controlled (Air Conditioned)

Essential Job Functions

• Set-up and operate manual machining equipment for the manufacturing and repair of injection molds. (Bridgeport, Surface Grinder, Lathe, Cutoff Grinder, and Band Saw)
• Program and Operate CNC equipment (Cimatron & Solidworks experience preferred).
• Train others on CNC operation to assist in manufacturing. (ONA EDM & HWACHEON CNC)
• Analyze manufacturing feasibility and specifications using knowledge of tool design, shop math, and assembly procedures to build tools and dies.
• Sets up and operate conventional, special-purpose machines to fabricate tooling components; and fit and assembles these components into production tooling and fixtures.
• Ability to read tooling blueprints and/or engineering parts/welded prints and produce high quality tooling from them. Most data will be 3D solids.
• Works with little direction while building tools or fixtures for production.
• Organize tool room and tool shop supplies.
• Maintain mold Preventative Maintenance schedule and document activity in ERP system.
• Contributes to the execution tool room priorities as needed with minimal direction from Tooling Manager
• Contributes to the tool maintenance process including disassembly, cleaning, assembly, and tool inspection.
• When required, produce parts for broken machines, at times with few or no prints as a repair function.
• Consults with other tooling machinists and engineers to translate simple, effective ideas into tools.
• Takes direction from Tooling Manager and/or Engineering Director as to daily activities.
• Regular and punctual attendance.

Required Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Able to react to change and perform other tasks as assigned
• Reflects a positive professional image, leads with direction and optimism
• Proactive, motivated, team-oriented, and willing to train others
• Able to read and interpret blueprints
• Able to program and operate CNC equipment
• Experience in measurement techniques and practice

Education, Training and/or Experience

• 2-year Technical Degree and/or
• 8+ years of related experience
• Injection molding experience preferred, alternate industry experience will be considered
• Experience in coordinating tool room functions including personnel preferred
• Proficient understanding of drawing analysis, i.e. Cimatron, AutoCAD, Solidworks, etc.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

Language Skills

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of employees.

Mathematical Skills

• Advanced measurement
• Addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division
• Basic trigonometry

Computer Skills

• Microsoft Office Suite
• ERP navigation (IQMS or similar experience preferred)

Thogus’ Core Values

Passion – Desire to make a positive impact and inspire others to do the same.

Honest and Integrity -Doing the right thing even when no one is watching.

Dedication-Team focused to execute tasks with a positive attitude, sense of significance, and enthusiasm.

Mutual Respect‑ Considerate of others’ ideas, feelings, beliefs, or property; giving it even if you don’t get it.

The Edge- Commitment to adaptation, breaking tradition, and accepting change.