Mold Maker
Nesco Resource, Stratford, CT, United States
Mold Maker
Direct Hire - $35 - $40+ per hour
Location: Stratford, CT
The Opportunity We are seeking a high-level, "Machinist-Level" Mold Maker to join our precision tooling team in Stratford. Unlike standard plastic injection roles, this position specializes in
Zinc Injection (Die Casting) . You will be working with H13 tool steel to build, maintain, and repair high‑pressure molds ranging from small 4‑cavity precision units to large‑scale 24‑cavity configurations.
This is a hybrid role requiring a professional who is equally comfortable with high‑end CNC programming and the manual "bench‑level" artistry of stoning, fitting, and assembly.
Technical Core Responsibilities
Precision Assembly: Execute full assembly of "Class A" molds, including high‑precision fitting of cavities, threading inserts, and managing complex slide cores.
Bench Work & Maintenance: Prep shot blocks, install ejector pins, plumb water lines, and perform essential stoning/polishing to ensure mold integrity.
Advanced Troubleshooting: Diagnose critical production issues such as flash, galling, or cooling inefficiencies; perform engineering changes as required.
Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Work directly with the Engineering department to interpret blueprints, resolve design flaws, and optimize mold performance.
Required Equipment & Software Stack
EDM Operations: Proficiency in
Esprit
and
Sinker EDM
for intricate cavity detailing.
CNC & 5-Axis: Hands‑on experience operating
Mazak
equipment (3‑axis and 5‑axis capabilities).
Manual/Conversational: Skilled in the use of 2‑axis and 3‑axis
Prototrak Mills
and
Prototrak Lathes .
Programming & Design: Mastery of
G-Code, Mastercam, and SolidWorks
to interpret engineering files and blueprints.
Candidate Profile
Technical Literacy: Absolute precision in reading and interpreting complex technical drawings and blueprints.
Material Expertise: Strong understanding of the thermal and pressure demands associated with
H13 Tool Steel
and molten zinc environments.
Adaptability: A professional mindset that values both high‑tech programming and the hands‑on manual fitting required for high‑tolerance tooling.
Communication: A personable and collaborative approach to troubleshooting and engineering adjustments.
Benefits & EEO Statement Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401(k), and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.
Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
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Direct Hire - $35 - $40+ per hour
Location: Stratford, CT
The Opportunity We are seeking a high-level, "Machinist-Level" Mold Maker to join our precision tooling team in Stratford. Unlike standard plastic injection roles, this position specializes in
Zinc Injection (Die Casting) . You will be working with H13 tool steel to build, maintain, and repair high‑pressure molds ranging from small 4‑cavity precision units to large‑scale 24‑cavity configurations.
This is a hybrid role requiring a professional who is equally comfortable with high‑end CNC programming and the manual "bench‑level" artistry of stoning, fitting, and assembly.
Technical Core Responsibilities
Precision Assembly: Execute full assembly of "Class A" molds, including high‑precision fitting of cavities, threading inserts, and managing complex slide cores.
Bench Work & Maintenance: Prep shot blocks, install ejector pins, plumb water lines, and perform essential stoning/polishing to ensure mold integrity.
Advanced Troubleshooting: Diagnose critical production issues such as flash, galling, or cooling inefficiencies; perform engineering changes as required.
Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Work directly with the Engineering department to interpret blueprints, resolve design flaws, and optimize mold performance.
Required Equipment & Software Stack
EDM Operations: Proficiency in
Esprit
and
Sinker EDM
for intricate cavity detailing.
CNC & 5-Axis: Hands‑on experience operating
Mazak
equipment (3‑axis and 5‑axis capabilities).
Manual/Conversational: Skilled in the use of 2‑axis and 3‑axis
Prototrak Mills
and
Prototrak Lathes .
Programming & Design: Mastery of
G-Code, Mastercam, and SolidWorks
to interpret engineering files and blueprints.
Candidate Profile
Technical Literacy: Absolute precision in reading and interpreting complex technical drawings and blueprints.
Material Expertise: Strong understanding of the thermal and pressure demands associated with
H13 Tool Steel
and molten zinc environments.
Adaptability: A professional mindset that values both high‑tech programming and the hands‑on manual fitting required for high‑tolerance tooling.
Communication: A personable and collaborative approach to troubleshooting and engineering adjustments.
Benefits & EEO Statement Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401(k), and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.
Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
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