Tool Room Mold Maker — Precision Mold Maintenance Pro

Staffmark Group; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Staffmark Group in Elgin, IL seeks a skilled Tool Room Mold Maker to join our direct-hire team. The role focuses on disassembling, repairing, and maintaining plastic injection molds and tooling to ensure optimal production.

You will use hand tools and precision equipment, document maintenance in Excel, and follow 5S and safety procedures. Requirements include a high school diploma or GED and at least 3 years in machining, mold making, or related tooling roles.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical, machining, tool and die, or mold‑making training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Disassemble, clean, inspect, maintain, and reassemble plastic injection molds, fixtures, and tooling.
• Diagnose tooling and mold issues and perform repairs to restore proper operation.
• Perform manual machining and mold maintenance using appropriate tools and equipment.
• Complete preventive maintenance activities to reduce mold downtime and support production efficiency.
• Accurately document maintenance activities and tooling data using computer systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Perform tooling functions and repair projects as directed by tooling leadership.
• Identify and promote continuous improvement opportunities related to tooling, quality, and efficiency.

Skills

Machining experience

Mold maintenance

Manual machining

Tooling diagnosis

EDM knowledge

Documentation (Excel)

Safety & quality

5S awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tooling/mold making training preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

EDM equipment

Job description

Staffmark Group in Elgin, IL seeks a skilled Tool Room Mold Maker to join our direct-hire team. The role focuses on disassembling, repairing, and maintaining plastic injection molds and tooling to ensure optimal production.

You will use hand tools and precision equipment, document maintenance in Excel, and follow 5S and safety procedures. Requirements include a high school diploma or GED and at least 3 years in machining, mold making, or related tooling roles.