Finish Line Staffing Services is seeking a skilled Tool Designer to support the design, development, and improvement of molds, dies, fixtures, and manufacturing tooling. This position combines CAD-based design with hands-on manufacturing support to improve product quality, manufacturability, and production efficiency.The ideal candidate has experience in tool design, machining processes, and manufacturing engineering, with strong technical skills and a continuous improvement mindset.
Key Responsibilities
Design molds, dies, trim tooling, fixtures, and related manufacturing equipment using CAD software.
Develop detailed engineering drawings and 3D models with a focus on cost efficiency and manufacturability.
Collaborate with Tool Room, Manufacturing Engineering, and Production teams to develop and improve tooling.
Support tooling trials, troubleshoot design issues, and transition new products into production.
Evaluate tooling performance and recommend improvements to reduce costs, scrap, and production downtime.
Provide technical support for machining operations, including CNC milling, turning, and grinding.
Review engineering drawings, specifications, and tolerances to ensure tooling accuracy.
Maintain organized design files, technical documentation, and manufacturing records.
Develop work instructions, standard procedures, and manufacturing best practices.
Assist with research and implementation of new tooling technologies and manufacturing processes.
Qualifications
1–3 years of CAD-based tool design experience with relevant technical education, or 3–7 years of hands-on mold and tooling design experience.
Proficiency with AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Solid Edge, or comparable CAD software.
Experience designing molds, dies, fixtures, or precision manufacturing tooling.
Working knowledge of machining processes, including CNC and manual mills, lathes, and surface grinders.
Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and dimensional tolerances.
Understanding of tooling materials, metallurgy, and manufacturing processes.
Previous experience in manufacturing or process engineering.
Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Ability to collaborate across engineering, production, and toolroom teams.
Technical degree, machining certification, apprenticeship, or equivalent practical experience preferred.