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Tool & Fixture Designer – Tri-Mack Plastics Manufacturing Location: Bristol, Rhode Island – 50 years of experience as a leading manufacturer of high-temperature thermoplastic components for aerospace, defense, semiconductor, energy, and medical industries. Our broad capabilities include collaborative engineering, tool making, injection molding, thermoplastic composite processing, multi‑axis CNC machining, bonding and assembly, testing and quality control within a modern, environmentally controlled 60,000 sq. ft. facility. We foster a culture based on respect, teamwork, and accountability, and we are ISO 9001/AS9100 certified. NOTE: Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time. Summary The Tool & Fixture Designer in Tri‑Mack’s Tool Room works as part of our Engineering Team to design molds, fixtures, and tooling, furnish drawings for manufacturing, and provide layout and drafting support for timely completion of various engineering projects. Responsibilities & Accountabilities 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 a focus on minimizing secondary operations, fit, form, function, safety, and ergonomics. Produce bill of materials for 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, ensuring safety for yourself and 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 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. Education, Skills & Experience 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, feature size, and tolerances. Proficient in CAD/CAM technology, with working knowledge of Cimatron Mold Design/CAM Software and SolidWorks; familiarity with SolidWorks FEA preferred. Proficient with Microsoft Office applications. Knowledge of tooling required to design components meeting 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. Highly organized with time‑management skills, proven problem‑solving abilities, attention to detail, and analytical skills. Lean manufacturing experience would be helpful. Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal skills with ability to handle multiple priorities. Working knowledge of standard OSHA regulations. Physical ability to safely move molds and equipment; may need to stand, bend, sit, and lift up to 40 pounds for 8–12 hours per day. Benefits 40‑hour week, Monday–Thursday, overtime available. 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. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Tri‑Mack Plastics provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status or genetic information. Tri‑Mack is a drug‑free work environment. Pre‑employment drug screening (excludes THC) and background checks are required. #J-18808-Ljbffr Tri-Mack Plastics Manufacturing

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