Toolmaker

Adecco is actively recruiting for a 1st Shift Toolmaker in Erie, PA. The Toolmaker will construct, refurbish and repair mold components using manual or CNC machines. Our client is a high-precision tooling and plastic injection mold manufacturer that is GROWING!!! T

Key Responsibilities for the Toolmaker in Erie, PA:

• Precision Tool Fabrication: Construct, assemble, and repair precision tools, dies, jigs, fixtures, gauges, and other specialized tooling to meet engineering specifications.

• Blueprint & CAD Interpretation: Read, interpret, and analyze engineering drawings, blueprints, schematics, and CAD models to determine appropriate tooling requirements.

• Machine Operation: Set up and operate precision machinery such as CNC milling machines, lathes, grinders, EDM (Electrical Discharge Machines), and other tooling equipment to shape and finish components.

• Manual Machining: Perform manual machining operations with hand tools and machine tools to achieve precise tolerances and finishes where required.

• Quality Assurance: Inspect finished tooling using precision measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, height gauges, CMM) to verify accuracy and conformance to specifications.

• Tool Maintenance & Repair: Perform preventative maintenance and repair of tooling assemblies, ensuring proper fit, function, and longevity of tools used on production lines.

• Troubleshooting: Identify and resolve tooling issues by analyzing root causes and adjusting tooling components to improve performance.

• Process Improvement: Work with engineering and production teams to suggest improvements to tooling design, manufacturing processes, and maintenance procedures.

• Safety Compliance: Follow established safety protocols and maintain a clean, organized work area in compliance with OSHA and internal safety standards.

• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of tooling fabrication, adjustments, calibrations, and maintenance history for quality control and traceability.

• Collaboration: Coordinate with designers, engineers, production supervisors, and quality personnel to ensure tools meet functional requirements and production schedules.

Key Requirements for the Toolmaker in Erie, PA;

• Blueprint reading & CAD interpretation

• High attention to detail & tolerance control

• Problem solving & troubleshooting

• Metrology & inspection methods

• Tool assembly and adjustment

• Preventative maintenance

• Strong communication & teamwork

• Assemble and check all types and styles of injection or blow molds.

• Operate assigned make of manual or CNC machine(s).

• Use precision measuring tools to accurately record dimensions of components.

• Assist superiors in any day to day activity.

• Build skills to hold tight tolerances in efficient time.

• Increase understanding of Tooling blue prints.

• High school education / GED equivalent.

• Able to accurately read blue prints.

• Ability to climb on and off a forklift safely and without assistance.

• Ability to safely operate a forklift in high traffic, low clearance areas while not posing a safety risk to others. Must not be at risk of sudden alterations in consciousness.

• Ability to push/pull loads of approximately 75lbs at a minimum of 10 times per day/shift.

• Able to stand/walk for 8+ hours per shift.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Excellent problem solving skills.

• Supervisors, and quality personnel to ensure tools meet functional requirements and production schedules.

Additional Requirements for the Toolmaker in Erie, PA:

• Precision machining (CNC & manual)

• Blueprint reading & CAD interpretation

• High attention to detail & tolerance control

• Problem solving & troubleshooting

If you are interested in learning more about the Toolmaker in Erie, PA., please APPLY NOW to our Search Consultant Lisa Capizzi at [email protected] or call Lisa at 585-953-1649.

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• Metrology & inspection methods

• Tool assembly and adjustment

• Preventative maintenance

• Strong communication & teamwork

• Assemble and check all types and styles of injection or blow molds.

• Operate assigned make of manual or CNC machine(s).

• Use precision measuring tools to accurately record dimensions of components.

• Assist superiors in any day to day activity.

• Build skills to hold tight tolerances in efficient time.

• Increase understanding of Tooling blue prints.

Qualifications, Skills, Experience (Required) :

• High school education / GED equivalent.

• Able to accurately read blue prints.

• Ability to climb on and off a forklift safely and without assistance.

• Ability to safely operate a forklift in high traffic, low clearance areas while not posing a safety risk to others. Must not be at risk of sudden alterations in consciousness.

• Ability to push/pull loads of approximately 75lbs at a minimum of 10 times per day/shift.

• Able to stand/walk for 8+ hours per shift.

Qualifications, Skills, Experience (Preferred):

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Excellent problem solving skills.

Position Keywords: CNC, Machinist, Precision, Toolmaker, Mill, Lathe, Grinder, CMM, Okuma, Mori-Seiki, Hurco, Studer

Pay Details: $70,000.00 to $80,000.00 per year

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