Tool & Die Maintenance Technician

Position Summary:

We are seeking a skilled General Machinist to join our manufacturing and maintenance team specializing in tooling repair and maintenance for dies sizers and injection molding tooling. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience operating manual machine shop equipment including milling machines lathes saws and surface grinders along with strong mechanical aptitude related to injection molding tooling assembly changeovers and preventative maintenance activities.

This position requires a detail-oriented individual capable of troubleshooting repairing fabricating and maintaining precision tooling to support production operations.

Key Responsibilities

Repair maintain and modify dies sizers molds and related tooling components

Operate manual machining equipment including: (No CNC machining on-site)

• Milling machines
• Engine lathes
• Surface grinders
• Horizontal and vertical bandsaws

Perform precision measurements using calipers micrometers indicators and other inspection tools

Disassemble inspect repair and reassemble injection molding tooling

Support tooling changeovers and setup activities for production operations

Conduct preventative maintenance on molds dies and tooling systems

Troubleshoot tooling issues and recommend corrective actions

Fabricate replacement components and tooling parts as required

Read and interpret blueprints tooling drawings and technical specifications

Maintain clean and organized work areas while following safety procedures

Work closely with production maintenance and engineering teams to minimize downtime

Required:

High school diploma or equivalent

Minimum 35 years of machinist experience in a tooling or manufacturing environment

Proficient operation of manual mills lathes and surface grinders

Experience repairing dies molds sizers or precision tooling

Knowledge of injection molding tooling and mold construction

Experience with tooling assembly changeovers and preventative maintenance

Ability to read blueprints and use precision measuring instruments

Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

Ability to work independently in a small-shop environment

Preferred:

Welding or fabrication experience preferred

Familiarity with hot runner systems and mold cooling systems

Forklift or overhead crane experience

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand for extended periods

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Frequent bending reaching and manual handling of tooling components

Ability to work safely around machine shop equipment

Work Environment

Small manufacturing/toolroom environment (Air Conditioned small tooling shop)

Exposure to machine noise oils coolants and metalworking operations

Team-oriented atmosphere with hands-on problem solving

Works along side Maintenance team to fix/repair machines tooling and parts etc.

Desired Traits

Strong attention to detail

Reliable and dependable

Self-motivated with good time management

Pride in craftsmanship and quality workmanship

Positive attitude and willingness to support team operations