Lead Mold Maker

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Tool Room Supervisor, the Lead Mold Maker is responsible for leading the construction of new molds per CAD or detailed prints and evaluating, maintaining, and repairing existing molds to support production. This will be achieved while maintaining HellermannTyton's Quality and EHS certifications by supporting all corporate policies, procedures, work instructions, and required documentation.

Essential Functions

• Review and analyze CAD models to plan and build new tooling with minimum supervision.
• Must be able to accurately evaluate and execute mold repairs or engineering changes.
• Identify and communicate any possible tooling improvements.
• Delegate work to supporting toolmakers, apprentices, or supporting departments to ensure successful completion of assigned projects.
• Must be able to operate supporting toolroom equipment: surface grinders, manual mills with Accurite controls, cutoff saw, drill press, etc.
• Prepare steel for the heat-treat process and coordinate with the vendor for material pickup.
• Perform final inspection and assembly of components to ensure molds meet dimensional and functional requirements before release to production.
• Complete final mold inspection documentation and file documents in the appropriate file storage system.

Other Functions

• Work with QA to identify quality concerns.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors.

Key Competencies

• Must be able to plan and build new plastic injection tooling with minimum supervision.
• Must be able to accurately evaluate and execute mold repairs or changes.
• Ability to machine components to necessary tolerances.
• Understanding of best practices for mold construction, materials, and clearances necessary for proper function of molds.
• Communicate clearly for technical requirements and instructions.

Qualifications (skills, knowledge, experience)

• Journeyman toolmaker certification or minimum 10 years of toolmaker experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• CAD software experience, preference Solidworks and/or Mastercam.
• Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft software.
• Skilled use of precision measuring equipment.
• Must have good problem-solving skills and be detail-oriented.
• Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Prior forklift experience preferred.
• Must be able to lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs.

By applying for a position with HellermannTyton, you understand that should you be made an offer, it will be contingent on your undergoing and successfully completing a background check through the use of our 3rd party supplier. Background checks may include some or all of the following based on the nature of the position: SSN/SIN validation, education verification, employment verification, criminal check, driving history, and drug test. You will be notified during the hiring process of which checks are required by the position.

HellermannTyton Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.