Toolmaker / Moldmaker

• Injection Molds Top Prospect Group LLC
• 2.7 Bloomfield, CT Job Details Permanent | Full-time $35
• $40 an hour 8 hours ago Qualifications Inspection gauge Mold repair (production tasks) Mechanical blueprint interpretation Measurement-based inspection Preventative hardware maintenance Maintaining an organized workspace Grinding machine operation Equipment repair 5 years Routine inspections Mechanical drawings Dimensional measurements Electrical discharge machining Quality issues Precision measurement in machining Collaboration with manufacturing teams Milling machines Clean workspace maintenance Precision assembly Senior level Manual machining Manufacturing company experience Polishing Mechanical troubleshooting Debugging Production troubleshooting

Full Job Description Job Title:

Toolmaker / Moldmaker

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Injection Molds Location:

Bloomfield, CT (or add exact city if different)

Salary:

$35

• 40/hr

Hours:

Full Time Openings:

1

Duration:

Permanent opportunity Position Summary and Special Duties As a Toolmaker / Moldmaker, you will play a critical role in building, repairing, and maintaining complex plastic injection molds. This hands-on position requires strong mechanical aptitude, precision machining experience, and a deep understanding of mold components and tooling processes. Your day-to-day duties will include, but may not be limited to: Disassemble, debug, repair, and reassemble plastic injection molds using industry best practices Troubleshoot issues with mold performance, mechanisms, tooling fit, and part quality Operate manual tool room machinery including surface grinders and Bridgeport milling machines Inspect mold components using dial indicators, micrometers, calipers, depth gauges, gauge blocks, and shadowgraphs Perform surface grinding, fitting, polishing, and bench work to exacting tolerances Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and detailed work orders Work to extremely tight tolerances (±0.0002") and understand tolerance stacking principles Maintain organized, clean work area and ensure safe operation of all tools and equipment Collaborate with engineering, production, and quality teams to ensure molds are built and repaired to exact specifications Provide input on tooling improvements, preventative maintenance, and mold performance enhancements Knowledge or exposure to CNC Milling and EDM is a plus Job Specifications Minimum of 5 years of experience in Moldmaking or Toolmaking (injection molding environment strongly preferred) Strong understanding of mold components, mold construction, and injection molding processes Ability to operate manual tool room machines (surface grinder, Bridgeport, etc.) High proficiency with manual inspection tools and precision measurement Strong mechanical aptitude with ability to diagnose and correct mold issues Ability to read complex blueprints and engineering drawings Knowledge of CNC milling or EDM processes is beneficial Must be able to work independently with accuracy, consistency, and attention to detail Opportunity This is a high-impact role for a skilled Toolmaker seeking long-term stability with a reputable manufacturing organization. You will work on precision molds, contribute directly to high-quality production outcomes, and be a key part of a growing tooling department. Company Overview Founded in 2010, Top Prospect Group focuses on matching high-quality candidates with top clients while fostering an environment where success is shared by all. In 2023, the company was acquired by HW Staffing Solutions, expanding its service offerings to include technology and professional services across engineering, manufacturing, and operations. How to Apply Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply immediately. Please include a clean copy of your resume, salary expectations, and any references. #INDTPGSHELTON