Moldmaker

Wahl Clipper Corp. produces quality parts in high volume via injection molding.  We are seeking an experienced and dedicated moldmaker to join our Tool Room Team!

The Ideal Candidate has the following minimal requirements:

Journeyman Moldmaker Certification or equivalent experience.  Knowledge of injection molds and machining processes.  Effective communication skills.  3D CAD/CAM skills.

Key Job Responsibilities:

The Moldmaker builds, alters, troubleshoots, repairs, and performs design changes on all types of molds which may be of a very complex, intricate, or precise nature.  It is expected there will be need for work on various types of machines, jigs, fixtures, gages, tools, dies, prototypes, etc.  This hourly role reports directly to the Senior Tooling Engineer.

• Constructs, repairs, changes and/or overhauls all types of molds and other industrial tools and equipment as needed.  Troubleshoots and corrects tool difficulties, maintains high quality standard for work.
• Plans the work and executes efficiently, Assists other Wahl personnel when necessary.
• Performs other work as assigned by supervisor.

Essential Functions of the Moldmaker:

• Machining/bench skills.  Setup & Operation of all types of tool-room equipment and tools including wire EDM, CNC mill, lathe, grinder, sinker EDM, etc. with consideration of achieving efficient feeds/speeds.  Works with extremely close tolerances when needed.  Improvises and makes special tools when needed.  Heat treat and welding as needed.  Bench skills such as polishing, fitting, and assembling molds and other tools as needed.  Maintains an organized clean workspace.  Practices safe work methods.
• Problem solving & innovation.   Solves common issues utilizing basic knowledge of the molding process.  Searches for root causes of difficulties and takes appropriate actions/makes recommendations to address them.
• Quality minded.  Attends samplings & testings to check the work/help solve any functional or quality issues.  Inspects their own work using appropriate measuring tools to ensure the workpiece meets specifications.  Always looking for ways to make continual improvements.
• Planning skills.  Effective Planning, layout, and communication (email and verbal) of all work.  Capable with relevant software such as 3D CAD (preferably Unigraphics NX) and has expertise with complex assemblies and CAM.  Good understanding of shop mathematics as needed to perform the work.
• Assistance to others.  Collaborative/cross-functional work with product designers & engineers to provide input about feasibility and design optimization of new molds, products, design changes, experimental tooling, prototyping, etc.  Estimate timing and costs for projects and prioritize workflow.  Instruct and assist apprentices, machinists, preventative maintenance technician, tool and die maker, and fellow mold makers when appropriate.

Current Openings for Moldmaker Jobs at Wahl Clipper Corporation