Mold Tool Maker

Zing Recruiting, in partnership with a prominent client in Spartanburg, SC is seeking a skilled Mold Tool Maker to join their team. The Mold Tool Maker will maintain, repair, and modify inventory of over 100 active plastic molds. In 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.

Mold Tool Maker Job Summary

• $36.00 /hourly +
• 3rd Shift
• Full Time/Direct Hire
• Paid vacation, paid holidays, Full Medical, Dental, Vision
• Mold Repair: Diagnose and repair damaged, worn, or malfunctioning 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 shutoffs.
• Manual Machining: Set up and operate manual toolroom machinery including mills, lathes, and grinders.
• 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 schedule

Mold Tool Maker Job Qualifications:

• High school Diploma or General Education (GED) with 2 years vocational school training in machine tool technology a plus
• 3-5 years of 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, blueprints, 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 defect

Zing Recruiting is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. #ZINGSE

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