Tri-Mack Plastics Manufacturing · 1 month ago
Tool & Fixture Designer
Bristol, RI
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expTri-Mack Plastics Manufacturing is a leading manufacturer of high-temperature thermoplastic components for various industries. The Tool & Fixture Designer will work as part of the Engineering Team to design molds, fixtures, and tooling, providing drawings for manufacturing and layout support for engineering projects.
Industrial EngineeringManufacturingPlastics and Rubber Manufacturing
No H1B
Responsibilities
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
Qualification
Required
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
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
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
Preferred
Familiarity with SolidWorks Finite Element Analysis (FEA) preferred
Lean manufacturing experience would be helpful
Benefits
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
Company
Tri-Mack Plastics Manufacturing
Tri-Mack Plastics Manufacturing is an engineering company that manufactures thermoplastics parts.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
William Kain
Chief Executive Officer
Recent News
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