Tool & Fixture Designer

• Assist with feasibility assessment for new products.
• Review new part numbers for moldability, and perform preliminary mold layout.
• Collaborate with internal customers to obtain info required for design of fixtures, tooling etc.
• Create mold designs in Cimatron or Solidworks 3D modelling software.
• Furnish drawings for tool layout and electronic files for fabrication processes such as CNC machining, wire, EDM, etc.
• Design for manufacturability with focus on minimizing secondary operations, focusing on fit, form, function, safety and ergonomics.
• Produce bill of materials with new mold designs.
• Work closely with the Tool Room to manufacture tooling, including strategy to create complicated tooling components.
• Assist in the management of tooling jobs, including ordering required material and components.
• Work with the engineering team to maintain drawing controls.
• Other activities in support of tool building and design as required.
• Keep workstation clean and organized, and work in a manner that ensures your own safety and the safety of your co-workers.
• Conduct yourself in an ethical and professional manner and demonstrate Tri-Mack’s Values: Respect, Teamwork, Integrity, Accountability and Durability.
• Show up on time, work your scheduled hours, get along with co-workers and support others as needed.
• Adhere to all AS9100 requirements as specified in work instructions and by your manager.
• All other duties and special projects as assigned by your manager.

• High School diploma/GED required, vocational trade school a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in tooling and fixture design; injection molding experience a plus.
• Working knowledge of design for assembly, including feature size and tolerances.
• Proficient in CAD/CAM technology, with working knowledge of Cimatron Mold Design/CAM Software and SolidWorks. Familiarity with SolidWorks Finite Element Analysis (FEA) preferred.
• Proficient with software packages used in the Windows environment, i.e. Microsoft Office applications.
• Knowledge of tooling required to efficiently design components that meet quality requirements, such as feature size, tolerance and surface finish.
• Strong blueprint interpretation skills, understanding of tolerance specifications, and good working knowledge of GD&T.
• Must be highly organized with time management skills, proven problem-solving abilities, attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Lean manufacturing experience would be helpful.
• Strong interpersonal, written and verbal skills along with the ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Working knowledge of standard OSHA regulations.
• Physical ability to safely move molds and other equipment as needed; to stand, bend, sit and lift up to 40 pounds for 8 to 12 hours per day.

• 40 hour week, Monday-Thursday, overtime available
• Generous Medical, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance programs
• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Sick & Safe Leave
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Tool Purchase Program

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