Job Description
Title: Mold Maker
Business: Custom Mold and Tooling Builder
Location: Raleigh, NC (Wake Forest, NC Manufacturing Site)
Position: Full-time | Day Shift
About Our Client
Our Client specializes in building plastic injection molds, blow molds for the medical industry, bottle molds, die casting tooling, compression molds, jigs and fixtures, stamping dies, and precision machine work.
Position Overview
The Mold Maker is integral to the company's continued success, working closely with customers and internal stakeholders. This is a hands-on, highly technical role suited for a skilled craftsman with strong mechanical and mathematical abilities.
As a lead mold maker, you will interpret blueprints, operate machine tools, fabricate and adjust parts, and ensure molds meet quality standards. This role offers an excellent opportunity for professionals looking to grow and refine their skills in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
Must have lead mold building experience with injection molds.
Responsibilities
Use sketches, blueprints, specifications, and models to plan fabrication operations efficiently and safely
Inspect finished parts using dial indicators, gauge blocks, calipers, micrometers, and other inspection tools
Utilize hand and machine tools to assemble, repair, and modify tools, dies, jigs, and fixtures
Inspect completed tools and dies for imperfections or damage
Repair molds, dies, and tools; disassemble and reassemble as required
Diagnose and troubleshoot issues with manually operated and progressive dies
Interface with internal teams and external customers to resolve production issues
File and finish workpieces to ensure proper fit and smoothness
Select appropriate metals and materials based on project requirements
Follow ISO 9001 standards and quality protocols
Education / Experience
Required
High school diploma or equivalent
Proven experience as a Mold Maker (lead-level preferred)
Ability to stand for extended periods
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs repetitively
Excellent visual accuracy and attention to detail
Preferred
Equal Opportunity Employer
Our Client is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, disability, medical condition, or any other protected status.
Job Details
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8-hour shifts
Expected Hours: 40 per week
Work Location: In person
Benefits