1st shift - Tool & Die

Tool & Die

Wage: $18.00 per hour

Shift: 1st

Hours: 7:00am-3:30pm (Mon-Fri)

QPS Employment Group has a great Tool & Die position available at a company in Hazelwood, MO. This is a 1st shift position with the opportunity for hire.

Tool & Die Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To:

- Design, fabricate, and repair injection molds, compression molds, and related tooling according to engineering drawings and specifications.

- Operate conventional and CNC machining equipment such as mills, lathes, grinders, EDMs, and surface finish tools.

- Perform mold setup, alignment, fitting, and testing to ensure dimensional accuracy and proper function.

- Conduct preventive maintenance and troubleshooting on existing tooling to reduce downtime and improve cycle efficiency.

- Collaborate with engineering and production teams to modify tools for design improvements or material changes.

- Read and interpret blueprints, CAD models, and technical drawings with attention to tight tolerances.

- Document work performed, maintain tool history records, and adhere to company quality and safety standards.

- Assist in developing and implementing process improvements in tooling and mold design.

Tool & Die Requirements:

- High school diploma or equivalent; technical or trade school certification preferred.

- Minimum 3–5 years of experience in tool and die making, preferably within the plastic injection molding industry.

- Proficiency in machining, grinding, and EDM processes.

- Strong knowledge of mold design principles, tolerances, and thermoplastic materials.

- Ability to use precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, and gauges.

- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.