Toolmaker

Partners Personnel; California (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Partners Personnel seeks an experienced Tool Maker in Beaumont, CA to join a growing manufacturing team. Direct hire for a professional with a strong background in injection mold maintenance, repair, and tooling modifications.

Troubleshooting complex tooling issues in a fast-paced setting is essential. Responsibilities include preventive mold maintenance, repair, and fabrication of mold components, blueprint-reading, and tool fabrication.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Journeyman Tool & Die Certificate required.
• Minimum 5 years of Tool Maker or Mold Maintenance experience in an injection molding environment.
• Strong knowledge of injection molding processes and mold construction.
• Experience reading blueprints, technical drawings, and tooling specifications.
• Experience using precision measuring instruments.
• Experience operating manual machine shop equipment including Lathe, Milling machine, Surface grinder, Drill press.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on injection molds.
• Diagnose and repair mold-related issues, including wear and damage.
• Modify, repair, and fabricate mold components such as cores, cavities, and inserts.
• Disassemble, clean, inspect, and reassemble injection molds.
• Verify mold dimensions and tolerances using precision measuring instruments.
• Operate manual machine shop equipment including lathes, mills, grinders, and drill presses.
• Assist with mold installations and ensure proper mold operation.
• Maintain tooling inventory and spare parts.
• Coordinate outside tooling repair services as needed.
• Build and assemble custom tools, fixtures, and internal tooling.
• Support production by assisting with machine setups when required.
• Complete maintenance reports and order tooling supplies as needed.
• Operate overhead cranes safely.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Follow all company safety policies and manufacturing procedures.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Blueprint reading

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Journeyman Tool & Die Certificate

Tools

Lathe

Milling machine

Surface grinder

Drill press

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Tool Maker to join a growing manufacturing team in Beaumont, CA. This is a direct hire opportunity for a skilled professional with a strong background in injection mold maintenance, repair, and tooling modifications. If you enjoy troubleshooting complex tooling issues and working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, we'd like to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on injection molds.
• Diagnose and repair mold-related issues, including wear and damage.
• Modify, repair, and fabricate mold components such as cores, cavities, and inserts.
• Disassemble, clean, inspect, and reassemble injection molds.
• Verify mold dimensions and tolerances using precision measuring instruments.
• Operate manual machine shop equipment including lathes, mills, grinders, and drill presses.
• Assist with mold installations and ensure proper mold operation.
• Maintain tooling inventory and spare parts.
• Coordinate outside tooling repair services as needed.
• Build and assemble custom tools, fixtures, and internal tooling.
• Support production by assisting with machine setups when required.
• Complete maintenance reports and order tooling supplies as needed.
• Operate overhead cranes safely.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Follow all company safety policies and manufacturing procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical school certification or equivalent hands-on experience preferred.
• Journeyman Tool & Die Certificate required.
• Minimum 5 years of Tool Maker or Mold Maintenance experience in an injection molding environment.
• Strong knowledge of injection molding processes and mold construction.
• Experience working with PVC and/or CPVC materials is highly preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints, technical drawings, and tooling specifications.
• Experience using precision measuring instruments.
• Proficient operating manual machine shop equipment including:
• Lathe
• Milling machine
• Surface grinder
• Drill press
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.

Physical Requirements

• Stand and move throughout a 12-hour shift.
• Frequently lift, push, or pull up to 100 lbs.
• Frequent bending, reaching, and walking.
• Manual dexterity for handling precision tooling and measuring components.
• Strong math skills for measurements, calculations, and tooling tolerances.

Company Description

Temp-To-Hire Position