Tooling Technician, Injection Molding

Accelera Staffing; Franklin Park (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Accelera Staffing is seeking a Tooling Technician for Plastic Injection Molding to craft molds and fixtures with precision. You will apply CNC machining and CAD/CAM skills to meet production timelines while upholding tooling integrity. The role requires interpreting complex drawings, operating CNC/EDM/milling equipment, and coordinating mold build projects with engineering leadership. A relevant trade program and hands-on mold-making experience are essential.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent plus formal trade school program.
• Experience as Mold Maker or Tooling Technician in plastic injection molding.
• Ability to interpret complex drawings and 3D CAD data accurately.
• Competency with CNC, EDM, and manual machining equipment.
• Ability to handle heavy tooling components with cranes or forklifts.

Responsibilities

• Construct complex injection molds and assembly fixtures per engineering specs and design standards.
• Lead and coordinate mold build projects with clear milestones and on-time delivery.
• Perform preventive maintenance, essential repairs, and insert changeovers to extend tooling life.
• Collaborate with engineering leadership for status updates and issue resolution during builds.
• Use precision instruments (micrometers, calipers, gauge blocks) to verify dimensions.
• Operate and maintain shop floor equipment including CNC, EDM, milling, and grinding machines.

Skills

CNC Machining

Mold Making

Reading CAD drawings

Safety & Physical Work

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Trade school program

Tools

CAD/CAM Software

CNC Machinery

EDM Machines

Micrometers & Calipers

Job description

As a Tooling Technician for Plastic Injection Molding, you will play a critical role in the precision manufacturing process by crafting high-quality molds and fixtures. You will leverage your expertise in CNC machining and CAD/CAM software to ensure production timelines are met while maintaining the highest standards of tooling integrity.

About the Role

As a Tooling Technician for Plastic Injection Molding, you will play a critical role in the precision manufacturing process by crafting high-quality molds and fixtures. You will leverage your expertise in CNC machining and CAD/CAM software to ensure production timelines are met while maintaining the highest standards of tooling integrity.

Responsibilities

• Construct complex injection molds and assembly fixtures by strictly adhering to engineering specifications and industry design standards.
• Lead and coordinate mold build projects, ensuring team alignment, clear communication of milestones, and timely delivery of project goals.
• Perform comprehensive preventive maintenance, critical repairs, and insert changeovers to maximize the operational lifespan of existing tooling.
• Collaborate with engineering leadership to provide regular status updates and proactively resolve technical challenges during the build process.
• Utilize precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, and gage blocks to verify dimensional accuracy.
• Operate and maintain shop floor equipment, including CNC, EDM, manual milling, and grinding machinery.

Qualifications

Required Skills

• High School Diploma or equivalent, plus completion of a formal trade school program.
• Proven professional experience as a Mold Maker or Tooling Technician within the plastic injection molding industry.
• Advanced proficiency in interpreting complex part and mold drawings, 3D CAD data, and component specifications.
• Demonstrated technical competency with CNC, EDM, and manual machining equipment.
• Strong physical capability to manage heavy tooling components using cranes or forklifts and navigate production environments.

Preferred Skills

• Advanced experience with CAD/CAM software suites for mold design and manufacturing.
• Strong leadership or project coordination experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.