Senior Mold Maker

Scope of the JobWe are looking for a Senior Mold Maker to join our Tool Room team in Tennessee Responsible for designing, building, fine-tuning and repairing injection molds.Education and Experience:High school diploma10 years injection molding tooling experience (layout and build)Competencies and Skills:Computer literate / CAD literateQualified on all tool room equipmentExcellent mechanical aptitudeGood math skillsAble to work independently with minimal supervisionStrong commitment to quality, productivity and team performance in the workplaceGood teamwork, organization and communication skillsFull 3D mold design capabilitiesIn depth knowledge of three axis CNC programingEssential Duties and Responsibilities:Interpret customer-supplied parts, drawings, and computer filesMold layout, including materials, gates, vents, parting lines, overall size, shrinkage, heat transferUtilize any/all machine centers to achieve desired resultsFabricate high-quality injection moldsMeeting schedule commitments (on-time build)Fine-tune molds based on feedback from molding departmentRepair molds based on feedback from molding departmentConduct complicated mold maintenance as neededT/R housekeeping, keep machine centers and personal tools orderlyNotify manager or project manager of any materials or tools requiredParticipate in corrective / preventive action reviews (assist production in troubleshooting)Ability to train mold maker apprentice in fundamental tool/mold making practicesNOTE: This list presents only the principal duties of the position and is not intended to be comprehensive. The duties and responsibilities listed above may be changed or supplemented at any time in accordance with business needs and conditions.Physical Demands:Works in a manufacturing environmentAble to lift and move up to 25 pounds occasionallyAble to stand, sit, stoop, squat and walkNOTE: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Work Environment and Personal Protective Equipment:Within any of our facilities, employees may be exposed to manufacturing noise, airborne liquid chemicals, fine particulate dust, ambient temperatures, and industrial lighting. Work environment is similar to most manufacturing and distribution operations. May be exposed to excessive noise, temperatures, hazards associated with working around moving machinery, work in confined quarters, exposure to vibrations and shop lighting, continuous exposure to hot temperatures, may be humid, odors, dust, continuous exposure to mechanical hazards, and occasional exposure to chemical hazards.The following Personal Protective Equipment is required:Safety glasses with side shields and hearing protection required when on manufacturing floorThe use of additional personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required when a job task(s) is being completed in or around your assigned department or in another department, this includes safety eyewear, hearing protection, and safety footwear.Who We AreSince 1852 Smith & Wesson has empowered Americans with the freedom, equality, and security promised by the Declaration of Independence and guaranteed by the Bill of Rights. It is this sense of safety and security that frees us to pursue our goals and dreams, define our future, and fulfill the promise of America.BenefitsHealth, Dental & Vision benefits begin on the 1st of the month after date of hireDiscount firearms purchase programPaid Vacation, Holidays & Winter ShutdownPrescription Drug CoverageEmployee Assistance ProgramGroup Life InsuranceDisability InsuranceInvestment 401K Plan & Profit SharingDiscounted Employee Stock Purchase PlanTuition Assistance ProgramService AwardsLocation:Maryville, TNUpdated 9/19/2024Who We AreSince 1852 Smith & Wesson has empowered Americans with the freedom, equality, and security promised by the Declaration of Independence and guaranteed by the Bill of Rights. It is this sense of safety and security that frees us to pursue our goals and dreams, define our future, and fulfill the promise of America.Benefits:Health, Dental & VisionPrescription Drug CoverageEmployee Assistance ProgramGroup Life InsuranceDisability InsuranceInvestment 401K Plan & Profit SharingDiscounted Employee Stock Purchase PlanPaid Vacation, Holidays & Winter ShutdownTuition Assistance ProgramEmployee Product DiscountsService AwardsLocation:Maryville, TNScope of the JobResponsible for designing, building, fine-tuning and repairing injection molds.Education and Experience:High school diploma10 years injection molding tooling experience (layout and build)Competencies and Skills:Computer literate / CAD literateQualified on all tool room equipmentExcellent mechanical aptitudeGood math skillsAble to work independently with minimal supervisionStrong commitment to quality, productivity and team performance in the workplaceGood teamwork, organization and communication skillsFull 3D mold design capabilitiesIn depth knowledge of three axis CNC programingEssential Duties and Responsibilities:Interpret customer-supplied parts, drawings, and computer filesMold layout, including materials, gates, vents, parting lines, overall size, shrinkage, heat transferUtilize any/all machine centers to achieve desired resultsFabricate high-quality injection moldsMeeting schedule commitments (on-time build)Fine-tune molds based on feedback from molding departmentRepair molds based on feedback from molding departmentConduct complicated mold maintenance as neededT/R housekeeping, keep machine centers and personal tools orderlyNotify manager or project manager of any materials or tools requiredParticipate in corrective / preventive action reviews (assist production in troubleshooting)Ability to train mold maker apprentice in fundamental tool/mold making practicesNOTE: This list presents only the principal duties of the position and is not intended to be comprehensive. The duties and responsibilities listed above may be changed or supplemented at any time in accordance with business needs and conditions.Physical Demands:Works in a manufacturing environmentAble to lift and move up to 25 pounds occasionallyAble to stand, sit, stoop, squat and walkNOTE: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Work Environment and Personal Protective Equipment:Within any of our facilities, employees may be exposed to manufacturing noise, airborne liquid chemicals, fine particulate dust, ambient temperatures, and industrial lighting. Work environment is similar to most manufacturing and distribution operations. May be exposed to excessive noise, temperatures, hazards associated with working around moving machinery, work in confined quarters, exposure to vibrations and shop lighting, continuous exposure to hot temperatures, may be humid, odors, dust, continuous exposure to mechanical hazards, and occasional exposure to chemical hazards.The following Personal Protective Equipment is required:Safety glasses with side shields and hearing protection required when on manufacturing floorThe use of additional personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required when a job task(s) is being completed in or around your assigned department or in another department, this includes safety eyewear, hearing protection, and safety footwear.Updated 6/23/2023