Tool Technician
On-site · Fraser, Michigan, United States
Job Summary
The Tooling Technician is a hands-on role focused on keeping injection molds running safely and efficiently on the production floor. Responsibilities include troubleshooting mold-related production issues (flash, short shots, sticking parts, cosmetic defects), tearing down molds for repair and preventive maintenance, cleaning, polishing, lubricating, and replacing mold components, working on hot runner systems, inspecting cooling lines and parting lines, performing emergency mold repairs to restore production, and supporting mold trials, startups, and process changes. Collaborates with Process Technicians, Operators, Quality, and Supervisors; identifies recurring tooling issues and documents tooling PMs and repairs. APC Production Support includes tooling readiness, supporting other production areas, and participating in the launch and ramp-up of the APC program. Benefits mentioned include competitive hourly pay, medical/HSA coverage, 401(k), generous PTO, no-cost weekly uniform service, boot allowance, hands-on mold/tooling exposure, and ongoing skill development. Qualifications emphasize extensive tooling experience, mold knowledge, CAD/CAM/G-code experience, CNC capability, ability to read mold prints, and strong mechanical skills; physical requirements include lifting up to 50 lbs and willingness to overtime.
Required Qualifications
- 10+ years of hands-on tooling experience in a plastic injection molding facility
- Strong working knowledge of injection molds and mold function
- Experience working directly on molds in the press in a production environment
- Comfortable troubleshooting under pressure and making quick, sound decisions
- Experience with hot runner systems (DME, Husky, Mold-Masters, Synventive, or similar)
- Ability to read mold prints and understand mold construction
- Solid mechanical skills and comfort using hand tools, measuring tools, and shop equipment
- Ability to work independently and as part of a production team
- 5+ years CNC mill programming and set-up
- 5+ years G code and CADD/CAM experience
- Must be able to run all manual toolroom equipment (mill, lathe, surface grinder)
- EDM sinker and wire experience
- Experience working on mold with an overhead crane
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