Toolmaker

Job Title: Journeyman Tool Maker (Plastic Injection Molding)

Location: PM Plastics, 1 Bank Street, Orchard Park, NY 14127

Job Type: Full-Time

Pay: $35.00 - $45.00/hr

Overview: We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Journeyman Tool Maker to join our team in a fast-paced plastic injection molding business. The ideal candidate will possess a deep knowledge of tool and die fabrication, maintenance, and repair in a manufacturing environment, specifically within the plastic injection molding industry. As a Journeyman Tool Maker, you will work closely with engineers, production staff, and other skilled tradespeople to ensure the quality and efficiency of tooling used in the injection molding process.

Key Responsibilities:

• Tool & Die Fabrication: Build, and modify injection molds, dies, and other tooling to support the production of plastic parts.
• Tool Maintenance & Repair: Perform routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of molds and tooling to ensure production schedules are met without downtime.
• Precision Machining: Use CNC machines, grinders, lathes, milling machines, and other precision tools to fabricate and repair components.
• Blueprint Interpretation: Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications to ensure tooling meets design requirements.
• Quality Control: Inspect tools and molds to ensure that they meet quality standards and specifications, using precision measurement instruments such as micrometers, calipers, and gauges.
• Tooling Improvements: Identify opportunities for tooling design or process improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, or improve product quality.
• Collaboration: Work closely with engineers and the production team to troubleshoot and resolve issues related to tooling during production runs.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of tooling maintenance, repairs, and modifications, and follow safety and quality procedures.

Qualifications:

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience as a toolmaker, with a strong background in plastic injection molding.
• Technical Skills: Proficient in CNC machining, manual machining, tool design, and precision measurement.
• Education: Completion of an apprenticeship or Journeyman certification in Tool and Die making, or equivalent experience in the field.
• Problem-Solving: Strong troubleshooting skills, with the ability to identify and resolve tooling and production issues efficiently.
• Attention to Detail: High level of attention to detail, ensuring all tools and molds are fabricated to exact specifications.
• Safety Awareness: Knowledge of workplace safety standards and ability to follow all safety protocols in a manufacturing environment.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 50 pounds, and perform manual labor in a machine shop setting.

Preferred Skills:

• Familiarity with plastic injection molding processes and materials.
• Experience with CAD software and mold design.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced production environment.

Benefits:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Retirement savings plan (401k).

How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit a resume and a cover letter outlining their qualifications and experience to jobs@pmplastics.net. We are an equal-opportunity employer and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.