Tool & Die Maker

Maple Ridge, BC

Tool & Die Maker

Conteco Manufacturing is growing, and we’re looking for a Tool & Die Maker (Machinist) to join our tooling and mold-making team. This is a great opportunity to learn from senior machinists and mold makers with decades of experience while working on high-precision components used in injection and blow molding.

Role Summary

The Machinist will be responsible for building, maintaining, and repairing Blow Molds using manual machining, EDM, hand-fitting, and precision tooling techniques. This role combines machining, EDM operations, bench fitting, and mold troubleshooting. This is a hands-on, craftsmanship-focused position ideal for a toolmaker who takes pride in precision work, problem-solving, and mentoring junior technicians in a traditional toolroom environment. The successful candidate will work cross-functionally with Engineering & Production to deliver reliable tooling, optimize cycle time and quality, and support continuous improvement.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Build, assemble, and commission new molds and tooling
• Perform mold repairs and refurbishments (bench work, fitting, grinding, hand tools)
• Operate manual mills, lathes, surface grinders, and standard toolroom equipment
• Perform hand-fitting, polishing, and finishing to tight tolerances (+/- 0.0005")
• Fabricate replacement mold components as needed
• Diagnose mold performance issues and resolve part defects (flash, short shots, warpage, etc.)
• Contribute to 3S/toolroom organization and preventative maintenance programs

Requireements

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in mold making and toolroom machining
• Strong manual machining background (mills, lathes, grinders, hand tools)
• Skilled in precision bench work, mold tear-down, fitting, repair and polishing
• Familiarity with blow mold mechanisms is an asset
• Ability to read and interpret CAD drawings, prints, and GD&T
• Ability to diagnose molding defects and recommend corrective actions
• Strong blueprint reading and DRO skills

Our Culture & Values

At Conteco, our greatest strength is our people. Many of our team members have been with us for decades, passing down knowledge, mentoring new apprentices, and continuously elevating the standard of what we build. This sense of pride, ownership, and teamwork is woven into everything we do.

We believe in taking care of our people so they can take care of our customers. That means creating a workplace where individuals feel supported, trusted, and equipped to succeed — both professionally and personally.