Tooling (Mold) Maker

Day Shift – 8:00am to 4:00pm M-F

Compensation - $26.00 to $35.00

Position Summary:The Toolmaker is responsible for building machine tool and parts, dies, jigs or fixtures to close tolerances. Lays out and operates bench or machine tools to construct, alter, and repair dies, jigs, fixtures, or special tools.

Company Overview:

Experience matters. Since 1948, T.O. Plastics has manufactured quality custom thermoformed parts and packaging and provided exceptional service to horticulture, medical and industrial customers around the world. One of the top 100 thermoforming companies in North America, T.O. Plastics delivers value by focusing on customer needs and by offering a full range of services from design-to-manufacture. At T.O. Plastics, we are dedicated to excellence, and we leverage our experience and core competency to develop customized, cost-effective solutions for businesses in diverse markets. T.O. Plastics has facilities in both Clearwater and Otsego, Minnesota. It is our Mission to “delight and serve our customers with innovative thermoform solutions”.

Essential Functions:

This position is responsible for the following tasks, duties, and responsibilities:

• Work cross-functionally between Engineering and Production to build machine tool parts, dies, jigs, or fixtures to close tolerances that meet specification and job rates.
• Lay out and operate bench or machine tools to construct, alter, and repair dies, jigs, fixtures, or special tools.
• Assist Production with tooling needs to continuously improve processes.
• Use safe material handling practices at all times.
• Complete all required paperwork accurately.
• Report Machine Time, Labor, and Materials into ERP System.
• Adhere to Lock Out /Tag Out (LOTO) procedures.
• Debur machined parts for safe handling to meet print specifications and company standards.
• Correction of problems with occasional supervision/support.
• Inspects work and verifies dimensions, specifications, and count.
• Craftsmanship meets or exceeds customer expectations.
• Efficiently set-up and operate machine tools with no assistance.
• Aware of set-up and run times for piece part manufacture.
• Set-up and operate various machines and work with various materials.
• Select and use proper cutting tools for manual and CNC operations
• Uses correct material feeds and speeds.
• Able to operate with little need for assistance.
• Participate in plant safety inspections.
• Identify and report any unsafe work conditions, behaviors, or incidents.
• Follow and adhere to all safety procedures.
• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor/manager.

Education, Experience, & Skills:

The qualifications listed here are guidelines. Other combinations of education and experience could provide the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform this job.

• 2 years of trade school or experience gained through on the job instruction, apprenticeship programs, and increasingly more complex assignments.
• Performs basic troubleshooting of known problems.
• Able to read and understand blueprints.
• Experience in the use of CAM System to develop CNC Programs.
• Familiar with use of Machinery's Handbook as a reference guide.
• Able to read and use measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, indicators, etc.
• Basic computer skills required, with ability to use Microsoft Office Applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend basic English is essential for understanding various forms of work directions and safety instructions.
• This position requires the skill to effectively communicate, both verbally and written, in a professional, positive, and constructive manner.
• Must be detail oriented and demonstrate both team-based and independent work skills.
• Strong organization, time management, multitasking, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Working Environment and Physical Demands:

The characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work will be performed in a shop atmosphere with fabrication equipment and also a well-lit manufacturing environment which may include regular exposure to flying dust and debris; the smell of burnt plastic; high decibel equipment and loud noises; and extreme temperatures ranging from subzero up to 110 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Must be able to wear all required personal protective equipment consistently and correctly. This may include wearing safety glasses, ear plugs, gloves, respiratory masks, other safety equipment as designated, and adhering to the safety dress code.
• The manufacturing environment is fast-moving and may require the mobility to bend, stoop, lift, carry, lift above shoulders, push, pull, walk, and stand throughout the duration of the shift.
• Visual acuity, manual dexterity, and hand function may be required to use hand tools, enable tool build, complete data entry, or complete other tasks as assigned.
• May be required to exert up to 25 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body and lift up to 50lbs on an occasional basis.
• Some travel may be required between facilities to support Production needs with tooling support.

While this description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position’s requirements, it in no way implies/states that these are the only job responsibilities.