Tool & Die Maker in Guelph, Ontario at CPK Interior Products I

Tool & Die / Mould Maker (Guelph)

At CpK, precision goes far beyond the surface. With deep expertise across every stage of our world‑class manufacturing process, we deliver award‑winning craftsmanship aligned with our customers’ performance and design goals.

The CpK advantage begins with proprietary compounding of performance materials, where process innovation and plastics engineering drive efficiency, reduced scrap, and optimal performance. Our expertise in mould design and tuning—combined with the latest technology in graining, material haptics, and colour—ensures exceptional results in our cast‑skin products.

We provide comprehensive expertise in design for manufacturing, materials processing, tooling, moulding, assembly, sequencing, delivery, and logistics, or any combination of these services. Our flexible, integrated capabilities allow us to meet the unique specifications of OEMs and Tier One suppliers seamlessly and successfully. CpK is an industry leader recognized for quality, innovation, and professional excellence.

Our mission is to be the best interior products company in the world most admired for its people, partnerships, quality and innovation. It is our mission that leads us to achieve heightened levels of performance in process, accuracy and customer service.

CpK Interior Products Inc. is hiring a Tool & Die / Mould Maker to support our Maintenance team in cross‑functional operational activities. This role is responsible for maintaining, testing and repairing all aspects of equipment, and machinery. Working within the Engineering and Maintenance Team to increase efficiency, production quality and volume. Applying principles and techniques of mechanical engineering to accomplish goals. Familiar with a variety of mechanical concepts, practices, and procedures. Focusing on quality standard for quality improvement through a formal commitment to excellence, cost efficiency and reliability while contributing to SQDCM (Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, Morale) objectives.

What You’ll Do (Key responsibilities, not limited to)

• Understanding of machinery installation, assembly, maintenance, service, repair, and overhaul
• Comprehending blueprints, drawings and specifications manuals
• Fabricating machine parts required during overhaul, maintenance or set-up
• Start-up and testing, shutdown operations, renovating and restoring, rigging and handling
• Centering and setting to elevation, bearing, seals and packing
• Troubleshooting of computer-controlled equipment and application of resolution
• Stainless steel welding, gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) (TIG), obtaining Hot Work Tickets
• Application of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) techniques
• Working with onveyors, shop compressors, pumps and compressors, hoists and other lifting devices
• Operate grinders, welding equipment, gas and air dryers, heat exchangers, automated and robotics systems, electrical and electronic controls, lathes and other machining tools, power tools, fans and blowers, hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems as required
• Utilization of power transmission systems, press brakes and metalworking equipment
• Detection of irregularities and malfunctions, construct foundations for machinery
• Estimate the time and materials required and obtain from stores
• Installing and adjusting machinery and equipment safely
• Plan and organize job tasks and job materials using a systematic process
• Reading text, document use, numeracy, writing, oral communication
• Continuously learning and adapting to changing and new equipment maintenance skills as required
• Support company's quality initiatives

What You Bring

• Certificate of Qualification as a Tool & Die Maker (430A) or Mould Maker (431A)
• At least 3 years of related experience in a manufacturing industry, preferably automotive
• Strong mechanical and assembly Skills
• Hands-on instrumentation troubleshooting an asset
• Experience with hydraulic systems a definite asset
• Knowledge of basic electrical theory is an asset
• Basic software knowledge required, entering work tickets into a maintenance database
• Must be able to lift and move up to 40lbs using proper lifting techniques and assistive devices
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work with minimal supervision
• Reading, writing and communication in English
• Legally authorized to work in Canada
• Professional and a collaborative, solution‑focused mindset

Work Schedule & Pay

• Training period will include working both days and afternoons to support best opportunity for learning
• Schedule: Day Shift, 8.5-hour shifts, with mandatory weekend shifts when scheduled as per customer demand
• Pay: $43.47 per hour, as set out in applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA)
• Unionized bargaining unit; Probationary period, wages, shift premiums, overtime, benefits, scheduling, seniority, and wage progression administered per the CBA

Compensation & Benefits

CpK Interior Products Inc. offers a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support employee well‑being and development, which may include:

• Safety Shoes – receive a stipend for 2 pairs of safety shoes per year
• Tool Allowance – receive a Skilled Trades annual tool allowance stipend
• Market‑based salary
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage)
• Disability coverage and life insurance options
• Savings and tuition assistance programs
• Vehicle purchase and lease discounts for eligible employees and their families

Some benefits may not apply to contract or temporary roles.

Accessibility & Hiring Process

CpK Interior Products Inc. is committed to providing accommodation for people with accessibility needs due to disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates participating in all stages of the hiring process.

Our organization may use AI‑supported tools to assist with screening and assessment in a fair and consistent manner.

This posting represents an existing vacancy within our organization.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

🔗 Learn more: https://cpkip.com/