Tool Maker

Location: Vista, CA
Schedule: 1st Shift | Full-Time

Build Your Future with Aprios Custom MFG

As a 100% employee-owned company, Aprios Custom MFG is looking for a skilled and motivated Tool Maker to join our growing manufacturing team. If you enjoy solving complex tooling challenges, building precision molds, and working with advanced machining technologies, this is an excellent opportunity to grow your career while sharing in the success of the company through employee ownership.

We offer a collaborative work environment, opportunities for professional development, competitive compensation, and a comprehensive benefits package.

What You'll Do

As a Tool Maker, you will be responsible for building, maintaining, and repairing customer-owned molds, tooling, and fixtures while supporting continuous improvement in our manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Build new molds, tooling, and fixtures based on customer specifications and engineering drawings.
• Interpret blueprints and technical drawings to develop effective build plans.
• Troubleshoot mold performance issues in collaboration with Process Engineers.
• Inspect completed tools and components for quality, functionality, and accuracy.
• Repair, maintain, clean, and rebuild molds, fixtures, jigs, and tooling as needed.
• Create dies and fixtures to support manufacturing operations.
• Read and interpret complex schematics, blueprints, and technical documentation.
• Utilize CAD software to develop tooling designs and manufacturing drawings.
• Program CNC equipment using CAM software.
• Operate both manual and automated equipment, including:
• Haas Mills
• Haas Lathes
• Makino EDMs
• Surface Grinders
• Other precision machining equipment
• Test and verify tooling, machines, and equipment to ensure optimal performance.
• Modify machine settings such as feed rates, speeds, and cutting paths to achieve quality requirements.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
• Collaborate effectively with engineers, machinists, and manufacturing personnel.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Ability to safely operate precision measuring and manufacturing equipment.
• Strong understanding of geometry, trigonometry, and algebra.
• Knowledge of metallic properties and machining principles.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team.
• Proficiency with CAD and CAM software, including:
• SolidWorks
• Mastercam
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated, energetic, and capable of managing multiple priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of workplace safety practices and procedures.

Education & Experience

• Associate degree (AAS) in Machine Tool Technology or equivalent technical education.
• 5-10 years of experience building and maintaining injection molds.
• Experience in a precision manufacturing or tool room environment preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Work in both office and manufacturing/tool room environments.
• Regular standing, walking, bending, kneeling, reaching, and lifting.
• Frequently lift up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work around manufacturing equipment, noise, dust, and moving machinery.
• Strong visual acuity, including depth perception and close-detail inspection.
• Comfortable working with computers for extended periods.
• Occasional travel (less than 10%) for training or coordination activities.

Benefits

At Aprios Custom MFG, our employees are owners, and we invest in their success through a competitive benefits package, including:

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Medical Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Career Development Opportunities
• Employee-Owned Culture

Join Our Team

If you're passionate about precision machining, mold building, and creating high-quality tooling solutions, we'd love to hear from you. Join Aprios Custom MFG and become part of an employee-owned company where your contributions directly impact our shared success.

Apply today and help build the tools that drive manufacturing excellence.

Aprios Custom MFG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.