Tooling - Toolmaker

Colonial Group; Canal Winchester (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group in Ohio is seeking an experienced Mold Maker to repair, maintain and fabricate components for injection molds, using CNC mills, lathes and hand tools.

You will read blueprints, measure parts with micrometers, and implement design improvements while working with a team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

This on-site role requires flexibility, on-call availability for production emergencies, and a commitment to safety.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of mold making experience or completion of an approved journeyman program.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of dimensional mathematics.
• Fine bench work requiring accuracy and finesse.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Experience with CNC mills, lathes, EDM and TIG welding.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; ability to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Repair or replace mold components using hand tools, power tools and CNC equipment.
• Study blueprints and specs to determine parts to replace.
• Measure and mark dimensions with calipers and micrometers.
• Modify designs and fixtures for new specifications.
• Perform preventative mold maintenance and inspections.
• Fabricate fixtures, jigs, and gauges for various departments.
• Work flexible hours, on-call for production emergencies.
• Troubleshoot downtime on injection molding equipment.
• Support senior technicians and train newer staff.
• Ensure safety and quality standards are followed.

Skills

Mold making

Mechanical aptitude

Blueprint reading

Precision benchwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CNC mills

Lathes

EDM

TIG welding

Grinders

Micrometers & Calipers

Job description

Job Summary:

Repair and maintain injection molds by setting up and operating computerized and machine tools; design and fabricate fixtures, jigs and gauges that enhance the efficiency, safety and precision of manufactured and assembled parts.

Essential Functions:

Level 1 to 2:

• Repair or replace broken or damaged components of injection molds with use of hand tools, power tools and computerized equipment.
• Ability to study specifications, such as blueprints, sketches, damaged part or description of parts to be replaced.
• Measures, marks and writes dimensions and reference points by use of such hand tools as calipers, micrometers and comparators.
• Modify designs and machine prototype molds according to new specifications.
• Preventative maintenance on existing molds
• New mold inspection: disassemble to verify dimensions and alignment according to specifications then reassemble.
• Design and fabricate fixtures, jigs and gauges for all departments.
• Work flexible hours and overtime as needed.
• Available to work “on call” day or night in case of production emergencies.
• Press calls to troubleshoot reasons for downtime (Level 2)
• Problem solving of flash and broken tools to prevent repeat issues (Level 2)
• Behave in a positive manger that enhances the success of the company.
• Other tasks as assigned and based on Level

Level 3:

• Provide continuous improvement opportunities for tooling to support Manufacturing.
• Troubleshoot cause and implement improvements for core breakage and flash.
• Check in new or transferred tooling to Nifco’s standards check list.
• Support and provide technical guidance less experienced tooling team members.
• Follow all safety guidelines and expectations.
• Other management assigned tasks as required.
• Physical inventory process as assigned.
• Repair or replace broken or damaged components of molds as directed with machine tool equipment.
• Bench work for fitting of shut-off details for flash repairs.
• Reading part prints for dimensional requirements.
• Use of measuring devices (micrometers, calipers, depth micrometers, comparators)
• Use the following equipment (mills, lathe, drill press, wash tanks, Hurco, EDM, Wire, grinders, polishing equipment).
• Preventative maintenance on existing molds.
• Fabricate gages and fixtures as required.
• Represent the department and Nifco by behaving in a positive manner that will enhance the success of Nifco, the TS procedure, and the Safety Program and requirements.
• Other tasks as assigned that would include (but not limited to) identifying molds, prepare molds for shipping (palletize & shrink wrap), move to staging or storage area, assist with training other associates as requested, work on off days and unscheduled hours as requested.
• Trouble shooting of flash and broken cores of plastic injection molds.

Trouble shoot press calls to manufacturing floor on injection molding machines for tooling related issues.

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED

Preferred Skills/Experience/Requirements:

• 2+ years of experience in mold making or have completed an approved journeyman program.
• Proven mechanical aptitude with a general understanding of dimensional mathematics.
• Skill in fine bench work detailing requiring finesse and accuracy.
• Must be proficient at reading and interpreting blueprints.
• Proficient in the use of CNC mills and lathes; E.D.M.; TIG welding; grinders
• Excellent verbal & written communication skills
• Must be analytical and make sound decisions pertaining to job functions.
• Must be able to prioritize multiple tasks effectively.
• Must be cooperative and work well in team environment.
• CADCAM and forklift experience

Physical/Ergonomic Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.