Senior Toolmaker Job at Advantage Technical, Conroe, TX

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  • Advantage Technical
  • Conroe, TX

Job Description

Sr. Toolmaker

Conroe, TX

Direct Hire

Pay: $50-$55/HR

Shift: 1:00pm-9:00pm

Job Summary:

We are seeking a seasoned Toolmaker with strong experience in plastic injection mold building, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting. This position will also play a key role in training team members on equipment use and best practices, with a specific focus on EDM, machining, or grinding processes. The ideal candidate will bring deep hands-on knowledge working with complex tooling, particularly 2-shot tools, hot runners, and manifolds, and will be confident working on large equipment with tight tolerances.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Build, assemble, and maintain injection molds, components, jigs, and fixtures.
  • Train qualified employees on safe and proper use of:
  • EDM machines (Sinker, Wire, Hole Popper)
  • CNC and manual machining centers (Hard Mill, Bridgeport mills)
  • Manual grinding equipment
  • Read and interpret complex blueprints and technical drawings; determine appropriate machine operations and finishing specs.
  • Troubleshoot and diagnose issues related to mold performance and part quality.
  • Perform precision work to exacting tolerances and tight dimensional standards.
  • Set up, inspect, and qualify molds for production use.
  • Use proper shop equipment and precision measurement tools to ensure quality and accuracy.
  • Collaborate with engineering, production, and maintenance teams to address tooling issues or continuous improvement efforts.
  • Ensure compliance with safety standards and safe machining practices at all times.

Preferred Experience and Qualifications:

  • 10+ years of experience in injection mold making, toolmaking , or a related machining trade.
  • Strong working knowledge of hot runner systems, manifolds, and 2-shot injection molding tools (experience with 2-shot tooling is highly desired).
  • Proficient in working on large tooling with small tolerance allowances.
  • CNC machining experience is strongly preferred.
  • Hands-on experience with TPC and Polycarbonate materials is a plus.
  • Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to identify and resolve mold/tooling issues independently.
  • Comfortable mentoring and training less experienced technicians.

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