Toolmaker Technician
On-siteArujá, São Paulo, Brazil
Job Summary
Perform corrective, preventive, and predictive maintenance on plastic injection molds, dies, fixtures, and special tooling. Disassemble, inspect, repair, adjust, assemble, and test tooling and equipment while identifying root causes of failures to extend tool life. Machine parts using conventional equipment such as lathes, milling machines, grinders, and drill presses, and interpret technical drawings to ensure dimensional conformity. Participate in try-outs, validations, and defect analysis for molded and assembled products, supporting continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency and waste reduction. Record maintenance activities within documentation controls and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards. Assist Production, Quality, and Engineering teams with tooling adjustments, fixture setups, and support for new product launches.
Required Qualifications
- Technical diploma in Tool & Die, Mechanics, Mechatronics, Industrial Maintenance, or a related field
- Proven experience in industrial tooling environments
- Experience working with plastic injection molds and assembly fixtures
- Strong mechanical aptitude
- Troubleshooting capabilities
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to work within a team environment
- Reading and interpretation of mechanical technical drawings
- Metrology and dimensional control techniques
- Conventional machining processes
- Mechanical fitting and precision adjustments
- Knowledge of plastic injection molds and tooling systems
- Preventive and corrective maintenance practices
- Continuous improvement methodologies
- Basic Microsoft Office skills
Desired Qualifications
- Experience repairing and modifying injection molds
- Welding experience for tooling recovery and repair
- Automotive manufacturing experience
- Experience supporting new product launches and engineering changes
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement tools
- NR-11 Crane Operation Certification
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