TOOLMAKER

The Tooling Maintenance Technician is responsible for the preventative maintenance, repair, troubleshooting, and refurbishment of tooling and molds used in thermoforming and injection molding operations. This position ensures tooling remains in optimal operating condition to support production objectives, quality standards, and uptime goals. The ideal candidate is a hands-on problem solver with strong mechanical aptitude, mold repair experience, and a commitment to safety and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities:

Tooling Maintenance & Repair ? Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on thermoforming and injection molds. ? Disassemble, clean, inspect, repair, and reassemble molds according to established procedures. ? Diagnose tooling failures and repair damaged, worn, or malfunctioning mold components. ? Repair and replace mold inserts, slides, ejector systems, cooling lines, guide pins, bushings, and cavity components. ? Perform mold polishing, grinding, fitting, welding, and machining activities as required. Troubleshooting & Production Support ? Troubleshoot tooling-related defects including flashing, short shots, warpage, dimensional inconsistencies, surface defects, and trim issues. ? Support mold startups, mold changes, and production troubleshooting activities. ? Collaborate with Production, Engineering, Quality, and Maintenance teams to minimize downtime and improve tooling performance ? Recommend tooling modifications to improve productivity, quality, and mold lifespan. Documentation & Preventive Maintenance ? Conduct mold inspections and document wear patterns, repair activities, and improvement recommendations. Maintain accurate mold maintenance records within CMMS or other tracking systems. ? Support preventive maintenance planning and execution to maximize tooling reliability and availability. ? Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on reducing downtime and improving tooling performance. Safety & Compliance ? Follow all company safety procedures, including lockout/tagout requirements and environmental regulations. ? Maintain a clean, organized, and safe tooling shop environment. ? Ensure compliance with quality standards and manufacturing requirements.

Working hours: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Skills:

Experience with hot runner systems and valve gate technology.

• TIG welding experience or mold welding certification.
• CNC machining and EDM experience.
• Familiarity with mold flow concepts and root cause analysis methodologies.
• Knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, and cooling systems used in molds.
• Experience with CMMS or preventative maintenance software.
• Forklift and overhead crane operation experience.

Education:

High School

Experience:

4-7 years

Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED required. ? Technical degree, apprenticeship, or vocational training in Tool & Die, Mold Making, Machining, or a related field preferred. ? Minimum 3-5 years of tooling maintenance experience in thermoforming, plastics, or injection molding manufacturing environments. ? Demonstrated experience repairing and maintaining production molds and tooling. ? Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and CAD prints. ? Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills. ? Experience using precision measuring instruments including micrometers, calipers, height gauges, dial indicators, and pin gauges. ? Ability to work independently and effectively manage multiple priorities in a manufacturing environment.

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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

key responsibilities

Tooling Maintenance & Repair? Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on thermoforming and injection molds.? Disassemble, clean, inspect, repair, and reassemble molds according to established procedures.? Diagnose tooling failures and repair damaged, worn, or malfunctioning mold components.? Repair and replace mold inserts, slides, ejector systems, cooling lines, guide pins, bushings, and cavity components.? Perform mold polishing, grinding, fitting, welding, and machining activities as required. Troubleshooting & Production Support ? Troubleshoot tooling-related defects including flashing, short shots, warpage, dimensional inconsistencies, surface defects, and trim issues.? Support mold startups, mold changes, and production troubleshooting activities.? Collaborate with Production, Engineering, Quality, and Maintenance teams to minimize downtime and improve tooling performance? Recommend tooling modifications to improve productivity, quality, and mold lifespan. Documentation & Preventive Maintenance ? Conduct mold inspections and document wear patterns, repair activities, and improvement recommendations. Maintain accurate mold maintenance records within CMMS or other tracking systems.? Support preventive maintenance planning and execution to maximize tooling reliability and availability.? Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on reducing downtime and improving tooling performance. Safety & Compliance? Follow all company safety procedures, including lockout/tagout requirements and environmental regulations.? Maintain a clean, organized, and safe tooling shop environment.? Ensure compliance with quality standards and manufacturing requirements.

experience 4-7 years

skills Experience with hot runner systems and valve gate technology. - TIG welding experience or mold welding certification.- CNC machining and EDM experience.- Familiarity with mold flow concepts and root cause analysis methodologies.- Knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, and cooling systems used in molds.- Experience with CMMS or preventative maintenance software.- Forklift and overhead crane operation experience.

qualifications

High school diploma or GED required. ? Technical degree, apprenticeship, or vocational training in Tool & Die, Mold Making, Machining, or a related field preferred. ? Minimum 3-5 years of tooling maintenance experience in thermoforming, plastics, or injection molding manufacturing environments. ? Demonstrated experience repairing and maintaining production molds and tooling.? Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and CAD prints.? Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.? Experience using precision measuring instruments including micrometers, calipers, height gauges, dial indicators, and pin gauges.? Ability to work independently and effectively manage multiple priorities in a manufacturing environment.

education High School