Senior Tool & Die Maker; Rotating shift; $32/hour
Listed on 2026-08-22
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Manufacturing / Production
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic
Senior Tool & Die Maker Rotating shift $32/hour
Make Your Mark. Shape Your Future. It takes great people to achieve greatness. People with a sense of purpose and integrity. People with a relentless pursuit of excellence. People who care about making things better For Those Who Make The World™.
Sound like you? Join our top-notch team of 54,000+ professionals in 60 countries who are making their mark on some of the world’s most beloved brands, including DEWALT, CRAFTSMAN, STANLEY, BLACK+DECKER, IRWIN, LENOX and more.
What You’ll DoAs a Tool & Die Maker, you’ll be part of our team located in Mission, TX. You’ll get to:
- Lead mold setting activities according to the production plan and safety guidelines.
- Prepare molds for production and ensure they are properly identified and located.
- Implement and follow the mold preventive maintenance plan using e-maintenance software.
- Maintain accurate records of mold maintenance and repairs.
- Coordinate and oversee the work of mold maintenance technicians and apprentices to ensure adherence to production and maintenance plans.
- Develop and train apprentices and technicians in mold maintenance, repair and the use of measuring tool room equipment (e.g., micrometers, height gauges, EDM, welding machines, surface grinders, lathes).
- Verify part and mold drawings to ensure correct setup for planned part numbers.
- Lead and perform inspections of new molds, ensuring all connections are compatible with molding machines.
- Collaborate with production and quality teams to examine defective parts or molds, determine root causes, and implement repairs or maintenance.
- Support process technicians in troubleshooting part defects and optimizing mold cycles during production.
- Build or modify assembly fixtures and assist tools as needed.
- Maintain a clean and organized tool room in accordance with 5S standards.
- Complete and maintain safety checklists for equipment such as cranes and forklifts.
- Ensure all team members follow safety guidelines within the tool room area.
- Stay current with technological advancements relevant to the department.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor or manager to meet business needs.
You always strive to do a good job…but wouldn’t it be great if you could do your job and do a world of good? You care about quality – at every level. You love to learn and grow and be acknowledged for your valuable contributions. You’re not intimidated by innovation. In fact, you embrace it.
You also have:
- High School Diploma/GED required.
- Completion of a two-year technical or trade school program with an emphasis on mold making preferred.
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a mold maker or tool and die maker position.
- Advanced expertise in plastic injection mold repair and maintenance.
- Proficient in the use of tool room machinery, including surface grinders, lathes, milling machines, sinker EDM, wire EDM, drill EDM and TIG/MIG welding applications.
- Skilled in the use of precision measuring equipment (e.g. micrometers, height gauges, calipers).
- Strong mechanical aptitude.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work autonomously within established procedures and practices.
- Advanced computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
- Good knowledge of CAD/CAM software (e.g., CATIA, AutoCAD)
- Capable of designing and fabricating fixtures and gauges.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Flexible schedule; must be able to rotate shifts (Day or Night) and work overtime as required.
- Experience operating forklifts and cranes preferred.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Medical, dental, life, vision, wellness program, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off and tuition reimbursement.
- Medical, dental, life, vision, wellness program, disability, retirement benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Paid Time Off, including paid vacation, holidays & personal days, and tuition reimbursement. And, of course, discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and products and well as discount programs for many other…
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