Lead, Tooling- 1st Shift

Job Description

The Tooling Lead will be responsible for utilizing all mold shop tools and equipment and interpreting 2D/3D drawings for the fabrication, maintenance, repair, and engineering changes on company plastic injection molds and molded parts. The individual will work with cross‑functional teams to troubleshoot and improve mold and system performance. The Tooling Lead will provide direction and leadership to team members and ensure work is done safely and correctly.

The role is 100% onsite at our Southington, CT facility, Monday‑Friday 6:45 AM–3:15 PM.

• Follow and enforce all company safety practices and highlight risks.
• Follow all regulatory requirements such as Current Good Manufacturing Practices and Documentation Practices.
• Perform routine maintenance on plastic injection molds in press and on the bench.
• Disassemble, inspect, clean, organize, and reassemble complex high‑cavitation tooling.
• Ensure all equipment is working properly.
• Maintain shop awareness and cleanliness.
• Work outside normal hours when needed for production circumstances.
• Participate in departmental compliance activities for federal, state, local, and company regulatory requirements (FDA, EPA, OSHA, ISO, EEOC, etc.).
• Work on special projects as directed.
• Demonstrate supportive communication and teamwork.
• Measure, fit stack heights and set/unwind timing.
• Complete shop paperwork and documentation correctly (FA, tool work orders).
• Stone, polish, and fit mold components.
• Electrical testing/troubleshooting as needed; clean, bake, and test hot‑runner systems.
• Fabricate/repair/modify components using machining skills.
• Use proper measurement techniques with micrometer, calipers, and dial indicator.
• Work independently, taking initiative and ownership.
• Train and oversee Mold Technicians I‑Sr.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (molding, maintenance, engineering).
• Maintain shop supplies and records.
• Perform additional duties as necessary.
• Contribute to mid‑year and year‑end performance reviews with supervisor/manager.

• Mechanical aptitude and good troubleshooting skills.
• Expertise in high‑cavitation tools.
• Understanding of mold mechanics, terminology, and injection molding machines.
• Knowledge of surface finish processes.
• Ability to read and understand 2D prints (part/tool).
• Understanding of hydraulics, pneumatics, and servo systems.
• Electrical testing and troubleshooting skills.
• Machining skills (grinder, lathe, mill).
• Understanding of hot‑runner systems.

• Journeyman mold‑making certification or equivalent is a plus.
• Minimum 10 years of tool‑making or tool repair and maintenance experience.
• High school diploma required.
• Previous injection molding or tooling experience required.

• Must be at least 18 years of age.

• Typically requires less than 5% travel.

• Communicate verbally and in writing.
• Work uses standard office equipment.
• May work in a cleanroom environment.
• May need to sit or stand for long periods.
• May work inside/outside injection molding machines and on ladders.
• Must lift or move up to 50 lbs.

• Mid‑Senior level

• Full‑time

• Management and Manufacturing
• Medical Equipment Manufacturing

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