Tooling Technician

Mergon Group; Anderson (SC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Mergon Group is seeking a Tooling Technician to support the toolmaking team with basic maintenance, cleaning, and organization in the tool room and production areas.

You will perform preventive maintenance on molds, assist with repairs, and gain hands-on experience operating manual lathe and milling machines under supervision. Safe work and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of mechanical principles and tooling concepts.
• Willingness to learn operation of manual lathe and milling machines under supervision.
• Commitment to staying safe and following shop procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled PM on molds.
• Clean molds thoroughly.
• Conduct functional checks on hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Inspect and repair pinch lines (excluding welding).
• Organize and store molds properly.
• Complete PM checklists accurately and on time.
• Clean slug holes and verify tool functionality.
• Inspect punches for wear or damage.
• Repair broken tool components as needed.
• Replace and adjust inserts.
• Check and repair pinch lines (non-welding).
• Operate manual lathe and milling machines for tool adjustments and repairs.

Skills

Mechanical principles

Tooling concepts

Troubleshooting

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Safety awareness

Teamwork & communication

Learning orientation

Time management

Tools

Manual lathe

Milling machines

Job description

Who are we?

At Mergon, we mould ideas for a sustainable future. We work with leading brands like Tesla, BMW, Xerox, and Abbott to design, manufacture and deliver sustainable products for the vehicles and equipment of the future.

We care deeply about our colleagues, customers, and our community and we have a curiosity that constantly pushes us to innovate and improve. We are competent, capable, and we invest in our people and in our processes to ensure we continue to grow and do our best work every day.

What's the job?

We are currently recruiting for a Tooling Technician to provide assistance to the toolmaking team by performing basic maintenance, cleaning, and organizational tasks in the tool room and production areas.

Key Responsibilities:

Preventive Maintenance on Molds

• Perform scheduled PM on molds.
• Clean molds thoroughly.
• Conduct functional checks on hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Inspect and perform basic repairs on pinch lines (excluding welding).
• Organize and store molds properly.
• Complete PM checklists accurately and on time.

Repair Work in Tool Room and Production

• Clean slug holes and ensure proper functionality.
• Inspect punches for wear or damage.
• Repair broken tool components as needed.
• Replace and adjust inserts.
• Check and repair pinch lines (excluding welding).
• Operate manual lathe and milling machines for tool adjustments and repairs.

Skills & Competencies:

Technical Aptitude:

• Basic understanding of mechanical principles and tooling concepts.
• Willingness to learn operation of manual lathe and milling machines under supervision.

Attention to Detail:

• Ability to follow instructions accurately and maintain precision in tasks.
• Careful handling of tools and molds to avoid damage.

Problem-Solving:

• Ability to identify simple issues and elevate appropriately.
• Eagerness to learn troubleshooting techniques from experienced toolmakers.

Safety Awareness:

• Commitment to following all safety protocols and wearing proper PPE.
• Understanding of basic shop safety and lockout/tagout procedures.

Teamwork & Communication:

• Ability to work collaboratively with senior toolmakers and production staff.
• Open to feedback and proactive in asking questions for clarity.

Learning Orientation:

• Strong desire to develop technical skills and grow into a full Toolmaker role.
• Ability to absorb training and apply new knowledge effectively.

Time Management:

• Ability to manage assigned tasks efficiently under guidance.
• Punctual and reliable in meeting training and work schedules.

Key Relationships:

Technical Supervisor / Technical Manager

Production Team (for mold changes and troubleshooting)

Maintenance Technicians (for hydraulic/pneumatic checks)

Quality Assurance (to ensure tooling meets specifications)

Tooling suppliers and service providers as needed

Decision making authority:

• Determine when molds require preventive maintenance or repair based on inspection results.
• Decide on minor adjustments and repairs that do not require welding or external approval.