Mold Tool Maker

Job Description:

The Cooper Standard Spartanburg SC manufacturing plant is looking to hire a Toolmaker!

Position Summary

We are seeking a skilled Mold Tool Maker to maintain repair and modify our inventory of over 100 active plastic injection this role you will not build new molds from scratch. Instead you will focus on mold repair preventative maintenance engineering change modifications and spotting in new molds or details.

Key Responsibilities

• Mold Repair: Diagnose and repair damaged worn or malfunctioning injection molds to minimize production downtime.
• Engineering Changes: Modify existing mold components and details to reflect engineering design updates.
• Spotting & Fitting: Spot in and fit new molds core/cavity inserts and replacement details to ensure precise shut-offs.
• Manual Machining: Set up and operate manual toolroom machinery including mills lathes and grinders (no CNC operation required).
• Precision Tooling Welding: Perform high-precision TIG and micro-laser welding to repair parting lines gates and worn tool details.
• Hand Bench Work: Execute precise hand polishing fitting deburring and bench assembly of complex mold components.
• Preventative Maintenance: Perform routine mold teardowns cleanings inspections and lubrication per production schedules.

Required Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum 35 years of dedicated experience in plastic injection mold repair or toolmaking.
• Welding Skills: Proven proficiency in both TIG welding and precision laser welding for tool steels.
• Machining Skills: Strong competency operating manual toolroom equipment (mills lathes surface grinders).
• Technical Literacy: Ability to read and accurately interpret 2D engineering drawings blue prints and tool schematics.
• Precision Measurement: Expert use of precision measuring instruments including micrometers calipers indicators and height gauges.
• Problem Solving: Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills to identify tool wear flashing issues and parting line defects.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to safely lift and maneuver heavy mold components up to 50 lbs.
• Excellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity for prolonged intricate bench work.

Position Type:

Regular

Additional Locations:

Additional Information:

Cooper Standard is proud of its diverse workforce and committed to providing equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race color religion sex national origin genetic information physical or mental disability age veteran or military status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are dedicated to creating an environment at work that not only values diversity but also encourages inclusion and a sense of belonging. We firmly believe that a diverse workplace fosters an environment where our employees can flourish and provide superior service to our customers. Because we recognize and value the range of ways in which people acquire experiences whether personal professional or via education or volunteerism we invite interested applicants to evaluate the key duties and requirements and apply for any opportunities that fit your experience and qualifications. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act as well as certain state and/or local laws. If you believe you require such assistance to complete our online application or to participate in an interview you (or someone on your behalf) may request assistance by emailing with a description of the accommodation you seek. Application materials submitted to this email address will not be considered.

Remote Status:

On-site