Full-Time | Onsite
Location: Fremont California
Join a global leader in medical device design and manufacturing services, partnering with innovative customers to deliver high‑quality, life‑enhancing medical technologies.
We are seeking a highly skilled and hands-on Injection Mold Tool Room Supervisor to lead the maintenance, repair, and optimization of over 300 complex injection molds used in the production of more than 700 different materials, including high-performance polymers such as PEEK and glass-filled resins.
This role is critical to ensuring mold performance, minimizing downtime, and supporting revenue recovery through customer repair reimbursements.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform and oversee complex mold repairs, including welding, EDM (Electrical Discharge Machining), polishing, and fitting.
- Troubleshoot mold issues and implement corrective actions to restore functionality and extend mold life.
- Ensure molds are production-ready and meet quality and dimensional standards.
- Supervise and support a team consisting of a Mold Cleaner, Machinist, and Mold Engineer.
- Prioritize daily tasks and allocate resources to meet production and maintenance schedules.
- Provide technical guidance, training, and mentorship to team members.
- Proper tracking and documention of all mold repair activities and associated costs.
- Collaborate with the Quoting Department to prepare accurate repair quotes for customer-owned molds.
- Ensure repair revenue offsets tool room operational costs, including this role’s salary.
- Develop and maintain preventive maintenance schedules and documentation.
- Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in mold performance and tool room efficiency.
- Maintain accurate records of mold history, repairs, and modifications.
- Work closely with Production, Quality, and Engineering teams to align mold readiness with production needs.
- Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders and customers regarding mold condition and repair status
- 5-10 years of experience in injection mold maintenance and repair
- At least 2 years in a supervisory or lead role.
- Strong hands-on experience with complex molds, including hot runner systems and high-temperature materials.
- Proficient in TIG welding, EDM operation, surface grinding, and mold fitting.
- Familiarity with mold design, blueprint reading, and precision measurement tools.
- Experience with mold materials such as PEEK, glass-filled resins, and other engineering-grade plastics.
- Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Detail-oriented with a commitment to quality and continuous improvement.
- Associate’s or Technical Degree in Tool & Die, Mold Making, or related field.
- Experience with ERP systems and maintenance tracking software (IQMS).
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing and 5S principles.
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits-effective date of hire!
- Company-paid life insurance and disability benefits
- Generous Paid time off and 10 paid Holidays
- 401k Plan with Company Match
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Voluntary Universal Life and Long-Term Care
- Voluntary Legal Plan
- Pet Insurance
- Home Ownership Program
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