Job Description

Title: Tooling Engineer for Molds

Job Summary:

The tooling engineer for molds is responsible for the maintenance, performance, and continuous improvement of existing mold tooling used in production. This role focuses on ensuring tooling reliability, supporting production needs, coordinating repairs, and driving problem-solving activities to minimize downtime and maintain part quality.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Oversee the manufacturing and fabrication of molds, ensuring quality standards are met.
• Work with suppliers and vendors to source materials and components for tooling.
• Coordinate in-house and external mold repairs, refurbishments, and replacements.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules for molds and tooling.
• Troubleshoot and repair molds when required, minimizing downtime in the production process.
• Ensure molds are cleaned and maintained to extend their lifespan and functionality.
• Perform root cause analysis for mold-related production issues and implement corrective actions.
• Support production teams during mold setups, changes and trials.
• Work closely with the production team to address any molding or tooling issues during the manufacturing process.
• Collect and analyze tooling metrics to identify areas for improvement.
• Prepare detailed reports on mold performance, improvements, and any issues encountered.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, quality, and environmental regulations.

Required Skills/Abilities :

• Ability to diagnose and resolve mold-related issues using structured root cause analysis.
• In-depth understanding of mold tooling function, wear patterns, and repair techniques.
• Familiarity with injection mold components and maintenance best practices.
• Ability to interpret mold and part drawings, tolerances, and specifications.
• Ability to develop and implement maintenance programs for molds to extend their lifespan and minimize production delays.
• Strong communications, both oral and written, and interpersonal skills required.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in tooling support within an injection molding environment.
• Strong background in mold maintenance, troubleshooting, and process support.
• Exposure to lean manufacturing, six sigma, or similar process improvement methodologies is a plus.
• Experience with root cause analysis, troubleshooting, and implementing corrective actions based on test results.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting or standing.
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
• Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization’s facilities.

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