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Job Summary
Title: Tooling Technician
Location: Libertyville, IL
Shift Schedule: 630am-630pm (Rotating Shift)
Key Responsibilities
Injection Mold Maintenance & Repair
Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on high-precision, multi-cavity injection molds.
Disassemble, inspect, clean, repair, and reassemble injection molds following established procedures.
Troubleshoot mold-related defects, including flash, short shots, dimensional variation, gate defects, sticking components, and cosmetic defects.
Inspect and maintain mold components such as cores, cavities, ejector systems, slides, lifters, hot runners, valve gates, and cooling circuits.
Identify wear, damage, and potential failures and recommend corrective actions.
Perform precision fitting, polishing, and minor modifications to mold components.
Maintain accurate mold maintenance records, repair history, and spare-part usage.
Troubleshooting & Production Support
Provide hands-on technical support during mold installation, startup, qualification, and production.
Troubleshoot mechanical mold issues and collaborate with process engineers to identify root causes.
Support mold trials, process optimization, and continuous improvement activities.
Assist with mold changes, setup verification, and safe handling of tooling.
Respond to mold-related equipment downtime and implement effective corrective actions.
Work with external mold suppliers on technical issues, repairs, and replacement components.
Commissioning & Validation Support
Support new mold installation, commissioning, and qualification activities, including IQ, OQ, and PQ.
Assist with mold inspections, dimensional evaluations, and troubleshooting during validation runs.
Document tooling changes and maintenance activities in accordance with approved procedures.
Support engineering investigations, deviation resolution, and corrective actions.
Ensure mold repairs or modifications are appropriately assessed for potential impact on validated processes.
Quality, Safety & Compliance
Follow established safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), safe lifting, and mold-handling practices.
Maintain tooling in accordance with applicable medical device quality system requirements and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
Ensure accurate documentation and traceability of tooling maintenance and repairs.
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized tooling work area following 5S principles.
Support internal audits, quality investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Required Qualifications
High school diploma or GED; technical certification or vocational training in Tool & Die, Mold Making, Machining, or a related field preferred.
3+ years of hands-on experience in injection mold maintenance, repair, or precision tooling.
Experience disassembling, troubleshooting, and reassembling injection molds.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, tooling prints, and mechanical specifications.
Familiarity with precision measurement tools, including micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, and gauges.
Strong mechanical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently and collaborate with cross-functional engineering and production teams.
Good communication skills and attention to detail.
Willingness to support flexible shifts, overtime, and occasional weekend work based on production needs.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with high-cavitation, high-precision injection molds used in medical device or pharmaceutical manufacturing.
Familiarity with hot runner…