Journeyman Toolmaker

WE’RE Hiring!

Job Title:  Journeyman Toolmaker

Loc:  Erie Facility (Fairview, PA)

Position Summary

SyBridge Technologies is seeking a skilled Journeyman Toolmaker to build, repair, modify, maintain, and troubleshoot precision molds, dies, and tooling used in manufacturing. The ideal candidate has strong hands-on experience in mold making, machining, fitting, assembly, and troubleshooting, with the ability to interpret engineering drawings and work independently to meet quality and production requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Build, assemble, repair, modify, and maintain precision molds, dies, and related tooling.
• Perform mold fitting, bench work, spotting, polishing, grinding, and hand finishing to meet dimensional and quality specifications.
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, CAD models, and technical specifications.
• Operate conventional machine tools, including mills, lathes, grinders, and other toolroom equipment.
• Troubleshoot tooling issues and identify root causes of wear, damage, dimensional inaccuracies, and production problems.
• Disassemble, inspect, repair, and reassemble molds and tooling components.
• Perform precision measurements using micrometers, calipers, indicators, and other inspection instruments.
• Collaborate with engineering, machining, mold design, and production teams to resolve tooling issues and improve performance.
• Support mold trials, sampling, and tooling adjustments as required.
• Maintain accurate records of repairs, modifications, and completed work.
• Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Complete assignments within established timelines while maintaining high standards of workmanship and quality.

Qualifications and Experience

• Journeyman Toolmaker certification or equivalent recognized trade qualification.
• Experience building, repairing, fitting, and maintaining precision tooling; plastic injection molds preferred.
• Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and dimensional specifications.
• Proficiency with precision measuring instruments and toolroom equipment.
• Knowledge of mold construction, tooling components, machining processes, and mold assembly.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting skills, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Commitment to workplace safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in plastic injection molding and mold making.
• Experience with CNC machining, EDM, surface grinding, or precision finishing.
• Familiarity with CAD drawings and mold design principles.
• Experience troubleshooting tooling issues in a production environment.
• Working Conditions and Physical Requirements
• Work primarily in a manufacturing and toolroom environment.
• Regularly stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform hands-on toolmaking tasks.
• Ability to lift and move tooling components and materials as required, following applicable safety procedures and using lifting equipment when appropriate.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment and safely operate shop equipment.

What We Offer

• An opportunity to contribute to a skilled tooling and manufacturing team.
• A hands-on role supporting precision tooling and manufacturing operations.
• A workplace focused on quality, safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

SyBridge Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of any kind. We are committed to the attitude of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at SyBridge are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. SyBridge encourages applicants of all ages.