Job Details

Scope of the Job

We 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 diploma

10 years injection molding tooling experience (layout and build)

Competencies and Skills:

Computer literate / CAD literate

Qualified on all tool room equipment

Excellent mechanical aptitude

Good math skills

Able to work independently with minimal supervision

Strong commitment to quality, productivity and team performance in the workplace

Good teamwork, organization and communication skills

Full 3D mold design capabilities

In depth knowledge of three axis CNC programing

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Interpret customer-supplied parts, drawings, and computer files

Mold layout, including materials, gates, vents, parting lines, overall size, shrinkage, heat transfer

Utilize any/all machine centers to achieve desired results

Fabricate high-quality injection molds

Meeting schedule commitments (on-time build)

Fine-tune molds based on feedback from molding department

Repair molds based on feedback from molding department

Conduct complicated mold maintenance as needed

T/R housekeeping, keep machine centers and personal tools orderly

Notify manager or project manager of any materials or tools required

Participate in corrective / preventive action reviews (assist production in troubleshooting)

Ability to train mold maker apprentice in fundamental tool/mold making practices

NOTE: 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 environment

Able to lift and move up to 25 pounds occasionally

Able to stand, sit, stoop, squat and walk

NOTE: 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 floor

The 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 Are

Since 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 & Vision benefits begin on the 1st of the month after date of hire

Discount firearms purchase program

Paid Vacation, Holidays & Winter Shutdown

Prescription Drug Coverage

Employee Assistance Program

Group Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Investment 401K Plan & Profit Sharing

Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Tuition Assistance Program

Service Awards

Location:

Maryville, TN

Updated 9/19/2024

Who We Are

Since 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 & Vision

Prescription Drug Coverage

Employee Assistance Program

Group Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Investment 401K Plan & Profit Sharing

Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid Vacation, Holidays & Winter Shutdown

Tuition Assistance Program

Employee Product Discounts

Service Awards

Location:

Maryville, TN

Scope of the Job

Responsible for designing, building, fine-tuning and repairing injection molds.

Education and Experience:

High school diploma

10 years injection molding tooling experience (layout and build)

Competencies and Skills:

Computer literate / CAD literate

Qualified on all tool room equipment

Excellent mechanical aptitude

Good math skills

Able to work independently with minimal supervision

Strong commitment to quality, productivity and team performance in the workplace

Good teamwork, organization and communication skills

Full 3D mold design capabilities

In depth knowledge of three axis CNC programing

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Interpret customer-supplied parts, drawings, and computer files

Mold layout, including materials, gates, vents, parting lines, overall size, shrinkage, heat transfer

Utilize any/all machine centers to achieve desired results

Fabricate high-quality injection molds

Meeting schedule commitments (on-time build)

Fine-tune molds based on feedback from molding department

Repair molds based on feedback from molding department

Conduct complicated mold maintenance as needed

T/R housekeeping, keep machine centers and personal tools orderly

Notify manager or project manager of any materials or tools required

Participate in corrective / preventive action reviews (assist production in troubleshooting)

Ability to train mold maker apprentice in fundamental tool/mold making practices

NOTE: 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 environment

Able to lift and move up to 25 pounds occasionally

Able to stand, sit, stoop, squat and walk

NOTE: 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 floor

The 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