Tool Maker - Injection Molding

Company: Dynomax Inc.
Location: Wheeling
Posted on: March 20, 2023

Job Description:

TOOL MAKER

A family-owned company, Dynomax designs, manufactures, and develops high-precision machined components, injection molding and tooling, sub-assemblies, automated work cells, specialty machines, and machine tool spindles since 1986. We are seeking an experienced Tool Maker to join our manufacturing team.

Job Responsibilities:

The Tool Maker will manufacture, assemble, and repair high precision injection mold tools. This includes analyzing specifications, setting up and operating machine tools, and fitting and assembling parts to make cutting tools, jigs, fixtures, gauges and hand tools.


Study blueprints or specifications and use GD&T to plan sequences of operations for the manufacturing of tools, dies, jigs and molds
Perform machining operations and set-up on tool room equipment such as milling equipment, surface grinders, and turning lathes
Verify dimensions, alignments, smoothness and clearances of finished parts using measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, indicators and microscopes
Perform critical bench and assembly operations including filing, grinding, shimming, and adjusting to fit, align, calibrate, adjust, assemble and ultimately finish projects
Using hoists, lift, position, and secure machined parts on surface plates or worktables
Maintenance and repair of injection molds as well as spare parts management
Conduct test runs with completed tools to ensure that parts meet specifications, making adjustments as necessary
Work with tool designers to give them technical support as well as coordinate outside repairs and changes


Job Requirements:


Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance
Knowledge of tool making techniques and methods
Ability to work within tolerances of +/-.0002" on a daily basis
Ability to work from drawings, verbal instructions, and specifications to produce precision parts
Ability to use precision measuring equipment including a microscope
Ability to operate all conventional tool room machinery


At Dynomax, you will not just be another employee - you will be an integral member of the family.

Benefits include:


Medical, dental and vision insurance
Company-paid life insurance
401(k) Plan with a generous Company match
Paid holidays, vacation and PTO
Variety of optional benefits (FSA, AFLAC, etc.)


---And more!

Manufacture a great career with Dynomax

Apply Now!

Dynomax provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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Keywords: Dynomax Inc., Chicago , Tool Maker - Injection Molding, Other , Wheeling, Illinois