We are seeking an experienced Tool Maker to join our client, a pioneer in the plastics manufacturing injection mold industry supplying technically advanced parts and components. This role is essential to maintaining and enhancing production tooling, involving the design, fabrication, repair, and maintenance of both existing and new tooling. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge and hands-on experience with CNC machinery, including mills and lathes, and be skilled in programming and operating 3 & 5 axis mills as well as RAM and Wire EDM machines.

Tool Maker Compensation & Benefits:

• Compensation from $30 - $40/hr depending on experience
• Health and retirement benefits
• Vacation, sick days
• Eligibility for Quarterly bonus

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform precision work to fabricate, modify, and maintain tooling and molds, ensuring production requirements are met
• Operate and program CNC machinery (mills, lathes) and EDM equipment (RAM and Wire EDM) to produce high-quality tooling components
• Design and fabricate new tooling as needed to meet production needs, using Mastercam and Solidworks
• Read and interpret complex engineering blueprints, maintaining tight tolerances and adhering to GD&T standards
• Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair existing molds and tooling to ensure uninterrupted production flow
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to enhance tooling designs for improved performance and durability

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in tool making, preferably within plastics injection molding
• Proficiency in operating and programming CNC mills and lathes, with a focus on 3 & 5 axis mills
• Extensive experience with RAM and Wire EDM programming
• Proficient in Mastercam and SolidWorks for designing and programming tooling
• Strong ability to interpret engineering blueprints, work within tight tolerances, and apply GD&T principles
• Skilled in laser micro-welding, MIG, and TIG welding
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to quality

Preferred Skills:

• Familiarity with continuous improvement methods for tooling and production processes
• Ability to adapt to changing production requirements and work independently with minimal supervision

This is a full-time position with competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for growth. If you are an experienced toolmaker looking for a challenging and rewarding role in the plastics manufacturing industry, we encourage you to apply.

At Goodwin Recruiting we are committed to our core values. We take our value, Dedicated to Diversity & Inclusion, very seriously and will never discriminate against a candidate or client based on any protected classes. Our clients seek qualified candidates, and that is what we deliver. A person's age, gender, race, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or arrest or conviction record has no bearing on whether he, she, or they are able to do the job. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.   JOB ID: 147830 #post

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