Position SummaryToyota Boshoku Canada (TBCA) is seeking a
Mold Maker to join our Maintenance team, supporting our injection molding and assembly operations. This position plays a key role in maintaining the Toyota Production System (TPS) by minimizing equipment downtime, improving productivity, supporting new model launches, and performing preventive maintenance on molds and tooling.
Essential Responsibilities- Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, engineering drawings, and machine specifications.
- Manufacture and repair tooling and components while completing all required documentation accurately and on time.
- Perform mold and tooling repairs, preventive maintenance, modifications, and troubleshooting.
- Review, update, and maintain tooling drawings using CAD software (AutoCAD and/or SolidWorks).
- Operate manual machining equipment, including milling machines, lathes, surface grinders, and related equipment within the scope of experience.
- Set up, modify, and grind cutting tools as required.
- Plan machining operations by reviewing drawings, sample parts, and specifications to determine the most efficient machining sequence.
- Perform precision polishing and finishing to achieve required tooling surface finishes and quality standards.
- Measure and inspect finished components to ensure compliance with engineering specifications and tolerances.
- Maintain and calibrate precision measuring instruments.
- Perform routine equipment cleaning and preventive maintenance.
- Support engineering changes, continuous improvement initiatives, and new model launch activities.
- Troubleshoot tooling and machining issues to minimize production downtime.
- Communicate effectively with internal departments and external vendors as required.
- Report safety, quality, equipment, and production concerns promptly.
- Follow all company policies, safety procedures, and quality standards.
- Provide emergency or on-call support when required.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications- Certified Mold Maker or Tool & Die Maker (Red Seal Certification).
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
- Strong troubleshooting skills related to mold repair and tooling.
- Basic computer proficiency.
- Strong attention to detail with a high level of workmanship.
- Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and reasoning skills.
- Positive attitude with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, dependable, and capable of working independently.
- Willingness to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and alternate shifts when operationally required.
- Thorough understanding of and commitment to all safety procedures.
- Good understanding of 4S principles.
- Must be a current TBCA Maintenance Team Member.
Preferred- College, university, or technical trades education.
ScheduleRotational Shift Schedule
CompensationStarting Rate:
$45.87/hourProgression:
- $46.65/hour after 6 months
- $47.43/hour after 1 year
- $48.99/hour after 2 years
- $50.60/hour after 3 years
Additional Compensation:
- $2.00/hour afternoon shift premium
- Overtime paid at 1.5× the regular hourly rate after 40 hours worked per week
