Job Description

Mold Maker/Repair Professional

We are looking for a motivated Mold Maker/Repair professional to join our team in the South Dallas area. This position is ideal for individuals who excel in hands-on mechanical work and are eager to develop a long-term career in mold making and tooling. Working closely with our Tool Room Manager and a team of experienced professionals, you'll be pivotal in ensuring the efficiency of our production operations through effective mold maintenance, repair, and enhancement.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct preventative maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting on plastic injection molds.
• Disassemble, clean, inspect, and reassemble molds post-production.
• Identify and address wear, damage, or process issues, recommending corrective actions.
• Assist with mold modifications, adjustments, and engineering changes.
• Support mold builds, tool tryouts, and production start-ups as necessary.
• Operate and assist with tool room equipment such as mills, lathes, grinders, and EDM machines.
• Perform polishing, fitting, spotting, and bench work on mold components.
• Maintain documentation for mold maintenance, repairs, and tool performance.
• Work collaboratively with production, engineering, and quality teams to resolve tooling-related challenges.
• Ensure the tool room is clean, organized, and safe.

Growth Opportunity

This role offers a clear path for career advancement in mold making and tooling leadership. You'll receive training from seasoned Mold Makers, develop advanced machining and mold repair skills, and gain exposure to mold design and tool development. Opportunities to progress toward roles such as Mold Maker or Tool Room Supervisor/Manager are available.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with injection molds, machining, or tool room equipment is preferred.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings and understand mold components.
• Familiarity with mills, lathes, grinders, or EDM equipment is advantageous.
• Experience in welding, polishing, or mold fitting is a plus.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to quality workmanship.
• Eagerness to learn and develop advanced tooling skills.
• Reliable, self-motivated, and capable of working independently and in a team.

Preferred Background

• Experience in plastic injection molding, mold maintenance, or tool room operations.
• Technical training in machining, tooling, or manufacturing technology.
• Interest in long-term career growth within mold making or tool room leadership.

Why This Role?

• Clear career advancement path in mold making or tool room leadership.
• Work with a skilled team in a modern manufacturing environment.
• Engage in hands-on work solving real production challenges daily.
• Opportunity to develop highly valuable tooling and machining skills.

Comprehensive benefits package available.

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