Tool and Die - Mold Maker

BASIC FUNCTION

Seeking a seasoned Tool and Die/Mold Maker who wants to be a part of a highly skilled team who is passionate about mentoring the next generation of machinists to ensure our trade doesn’t die with us. Experience as a trainer/mentor with a proven track record of Tool and Die/Mold Making.

MAJOR DUTIES

· Fabricate parts and molds

· Use all Toolroom machines: milling, turning, precision grinding, polishing, wire and sinker EDM, and similar

· Use Toolroom equipment to machine parts to print

· Proficient manual machining skills including milling contours, engraving, turning threads, boring pockets, grinding flats, diameters, shoulders, slots, and dressing radii

· Use gauges, precision measuring instruments, and all necessary inspection equipment. Experience with touch CMMs a plus

· Ability to reverse engineer and manufacture mold components

· Willingness to coach and mentor new machinists

· Be a productive member of the P1 Technologies, Inc. Toolroom Team.

· Collaborate with stakeholders to develop new machinist training best practices

· Develop and teach productive work habits and specialized skills to new machinists as required

· Identify individual learning needs of apprentices and adapt the delivery of information accordingly

· Ability to work effectively within a team environment where open and honest communication is critical

· Maintain a comprehensive knowledge of the Tool and Die field, remain up to date on the latest technologies, and be a resource for future Toolroom growth regarding personnel and equipment

· Provide training and/or instructions on related work procedures to coworkers

· Maintain a clean workstation throughout each shift

· Understand and follow quality-related standards and documentation

· Dispose of non-conforming products, as directed

• Punctual and regular attendance is an essential responsibility of each employee at P1 Technologies
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Tool and Die/Mold Maker in the manufacturing industry
• Journeyman-level Tool and Die/Mold Maker
• Excellent communication skills
• Desire to mentor a new generation of machinists
• Tool and Die/Mold design and fabrication experience
• Ability to work with employees who have a wide range of knowledge, skills and abilities
• Knowledge and experience in machine operations: mill, lathe, grinders, wire EDM, and sinker EDMs
• Read and interpret engineering drawings with GD&T
• Design and create dies, molds, and fixtures

EDUCATION

Must have acquired either certification as a Journeyman mold maker from a vocational school, technical center, high school or state/association apprenticeship, or equivalent training, experience and mold making proficiency in a manufacturing environment

EQUIPMENT USED

Drills, mills, lathes, electrical discharge machinery, various hand-held and measuring tools, die trucks, surface grinder, spin fixtures, etc. Other equipment may be assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Requires good hand/eye coordination, fine manipulation with hands and fingers, close/color vision, minimal fumes, moderate noise, lifting up to 50 pounds, moderate bending and stooping, standing and sitting

Pay: $75,000.00 - $83,200.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person