MOLD MAKER - Immediate Opening

Matrix Tool, Inc. is a custom full service manufacturing operation located in Fairview, PA. We specialize in the design and construction of high precision plastic and metal injection molds and the molding of tight tolerance plastic injection molded components. The primary markets we serve include the automotive industry, the computer / electronic device industry, the general appliance / consumer products market, and the medical / pharmaceutical device industry. We operate in a state of the art facility and employ approximately 120 staff members capable of offering solutions to our customer’s toughest tooling and molding challenges. See www.matrixtoolinc.com for additional information about the organization.

We are seeking an experienced Mold Maker with all around experience in surface grinding, milling, die sink and/or CNC EDM and mold assembly to assist with the construction of new plastic injection molds in our Tooling Division.

Primary Duties:

(a) Reviewing work assigned by the tool leader and planning the sequence of operations to lay-out and machine parts;

(b) Setting up and operating tool room machinery (surface grinders, mills, EDM machinery, etc.) to build high precision mold components and cavity/core details;

(c) Inspecting machined parts to verify dimensions meet print requirements and to ensure that quality standards are met;

(d) Fitting and assembling parts and/or complete molds to check function and prepare mold for pre-production sampling and/or customer delivery per established customer delivery dates;

(e) Communicating regularly with Tooling, QA and Molding personnel on work progress and production activities.

Qualifications:

(a) At least 4 – 6 years of mold building experience in a precision Tooling or Machine shop environment;

(b) Familiarity with machining operations/techniques required to build precision mold components (surface grinding, milling, EDM, etc.)

(c) Previous completion of a formal Apprenticeship program is preferred, but not essential;

(d) Detailed knowledge of shop mathematics, mold construction and assembly / disassembly procedures, and shop equipment used in a mold building facility;

(e) Ability to read 2D/3D mechanical blue print drawings and have good mechanical ability;

(f) Basic computer skills are preferred

(g) A take charge attitude with sound decision making abilities and an independent work ethic.

(h) The ability to set priorities while also adapting to unanticipated changes to production requirements / schedules.

(i) The ability to cooperate with others and work as a member of a team in a dynamic and fast paced work environment is essential.

Matrix Tool, Inc. offers challenging and stable work in a state-of-the art work environment. A very competitive pay and benefits package is offered. Primary benefits include Health Care & Prescription Drug Insurance, Vision Care Insurance, Dental Care Insurance, Profit Sharing, 401(k), Life / Accidental Death Insurance, Short Term Disability Insurance, Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation Time, Paid Personal Time, Employee Assistance Plan, Deductible Reimbursement Plan, Cash Bonus Plan, Bereavement Leave Plan and Jury Duty Benefit. Interested candidates should apply using one of the following methods:

1. Email a cover letter and resume to us using the REPLY button at the top of this post.

2. Email us a completed job application. You can download an application from the literature page of our website at www.matrixtoolinc.com, fill it out and return it to us.

3. Stop in at our Front Office at 4976 Franklin Road in Fairview, PA and fill out an application between the hours of 8:00 AM and 3:30 PM