Tooling Specialist

Houston Dose; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Houston Dose seeks a Tooling Specialist-Injection Molds to maintain and repair production molds at 7865 Northcourt Rd, Houston, TX 77040. You will diagnose mold issues, coordinate repairs with vendors, and ensure tooling readiness for manufacturing throughput.

The role requires 2+ years in tooling or mold maintenance, with hands-on CAD proficiency (AutoCAD/SolidWorks) and a strong commitment to 5S and workplace safety.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical training preferred.
• 2+ years in a tooling department or injection mold environment.
• Specialized training or experience in injection mold repair strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Diagnoses and troubleshoots injection molds.
• Oversee mold repair and maintenance.
• Develop corrective and preventive maintenance actions.
• Repair and maintain tooling, fixtures, jigs, dies.
• Use CAD software to create/modify tooling designs as needed.
• Coordinate with external vendors for tooling repairs.
• Ensure a safe, organized 5S workplace and report safety concerns.

Skills

Forklift driving

Tool assessment

Tool cleaning

Mold setup

Manual lathes

Grinders

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical or vocational training in tooling, machining, or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Job Description Job Description

Tooling Specialist - Injection Molds

Job Title

Tooling Specialist-Injection Molds

Department

Tooling

Reports To

General Manager

Location

7865 Northcourt Rd, Suite , Houston, Texas 77040

Effective/Revision Date

4/2026

Role Purpose

The Tooling Specialist is responsible for the coordination and maintenance of approved tools by executing the following duties:

Scope & Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnoses and troubleshoots issues with injection molds.
• Recommend and oversee mold repair and maintenance.
• Develop and implement corrective and preventive maintenance actions.
• Use manual lathes and grinders to repair and maintain injection molds.
• Utilize computer-aided design (CAD) software, such as AutoCAD and SolidWorks, to create, modify, and analyze tooling designs as needed.
• Fabricate and maintain tooling, fixtures, jigs, and dies to support production.
• Disassemble, repair, and reassemble molds, jigs, tools, and fixtures as needed.
• Coordinate with external vendors for outsourced tooling repairs and compliance requirements.
• Collaborate with various departments to address and implement customer requirements.
• Maintain a safe and organized work environment in compliance with 5S and workplace safety standards.
• Report safety concerns and injuries promptly, ensuring adherence to plant safety protocols.
• Perform assigned duties in accordance with documented procedures and work instructions.

Work Experience & Skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent required. Technical or vocational training in tool and die, machining, industrial maintenance, mechanical systems, or a related field preferred. Specialized training or directly related experience in injection mold repair, tooling, and mold maintenance is strongly preferred. Equivalent combinations of education, training, and relevant work experience will be considered.

Experience

This position requires at least 2 years of experience supporting a full-service tooling department

Skills / Knowledge

This position requires the following skills: forklift driving, tool assessment, tool cleaning, mold set-up, use manual lathes and grinders, and in some cases, proficiency in computer-aided drafting (CAD) software, including AutoCAD and SolidWorks.

Personal Attributes

Analytical; Communicate & Influence, Drive for Results

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

• Work environment: None. The worker is not exposed to adverse environmental conditions (as in typical office or administrative work).
• Physical or operational requirements: Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and / or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and / or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as; preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, and or operation or machines (including inspection); using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication of parts at distance close to the eyes.

Compliance Statements

Equal Opportunity Employer

• Equal Opportunity Employer: Disability/Veteran