1st shift - Tool & Die

Job Description

Position Title: 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.

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