Tool Room Technician/ Shop Hand

Herman Mold + Tooling, Inc; Les Ulis; On-site; EUR 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Herman Mold + Tooling, Inc is seeking a reliable, detail-oriented Tool Room Assistant to join our extrusion blow molding team in Fairfield, Iowa. This entry-level position supports the tool room by keeping the shop organized and performing hands-on mold preparation.

The role offers a day shift from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, with training in polishing, vent drilling, basic machining, and assisting mold makers while adhering to safety procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or current enrollment in a trade school/machine tool program.
• - Experience in a manufacturing shop, warehouse, automotive garage, or similar hands-on environment is preferred (0–1 year).
• - Must have steady hands and high attention to detail for polishing and drilling.
• - Mechanical aptitude with basic power tools, drills, and pneumatic equipment.
• - Reliable with a strong work ethic and ability to handle both heavy cleaning and precision tasks.
• - Valid driver's license to drive company truck for mold deliveries/pickups.
• - Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand long shifts, and wear PPE.

Responsibilities

• Polish and finish mold cavities and components to required specifications
• Drill vents and perform basic machining tasks under the direction of mold makers
• Clean, and prepare mold parts for assembly
• Operate a forklift to move materials, molds, and equipment
• Keep the shop floor, work areas, and equipment clean and organized
• Assist mold makers with assembly, disassembly, and moving molds
• Receive, organize, and stock materials and supplies
• Follow all safety procedures and wear required PPE
• Deliver molds to local customers

Skills

Steady Hands & Detail

Mechanical Aptitude

Reliability & Hustle

Valid Driver's License

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

About Us

Herman Mold + Tooling is a local, Fairfield, Iowa, company that manufactures aluminum molds used to make plastic products. Backed by 39 years of experience, we combine precision engineering with custom tooling to build specialized extrusion blow molds. This allows our customers to produce durable, high-performance hollow products—ranging from heavy-duty industrial containers and traffic safety gear to complex automotive components. Today, we proudly serve a variety of industries, including construction, agriculture equipment, automotive, lawn and garden, and consumer products.

The Role

We are seeking a reliable, detail-oriented Tool Room Assistant / Shop Hand to join our extrusion blow molding (EBM) manufacturing team. In this entry-level role, you will be the backbone of our tool room, split between keeping the shop organized and clean, and performing hands-on mold preparation. This is a fantastic "foot-in-the-door" opportunity for someone mechanically inclined who wants to learn precision mold maintenance and manufacturing from the ground up.

This position is for day shift 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Monday - Friday.

Responsibilites

• Polish and finish mold cavities and components to required specifications
• Drill vents and perform basic machining tasks under the direction of mold makers
• Clean, and prepare mold parts for assembly
• Operate a forklift to move materials, molds, and equipment
• Keep the shop floor, work areas, and equipment clean and organized
• Assist mold makers with assembly, disassembly, and moving molds
• Receive, organize, and stock materials and supplies
• Follow all safety procedures and wear required PPE
• Deliver molds to local customers

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma, GED, or current enrollment in a trade school/machine tool program.
• Experience: 0 to 1 years of experience in a manufacturing shop, warehouse, automotive garage, or similar hands-on environment.
• Key Skills: Steady Hands & High Attention to Detail: Essential for polishing surfaces and drilling vents without damaging expensive production molds.
• Mechanical Aptitude: Comfortable safely using basic power tools, drills, and pneumatic equipment.
• Reliability & Hustle: A strong work ethic with a willingness to handle both heavy-duty cleaning and precision tasks.
• Valid Drivers License: Must be able to drive company truck to deliver and pick up molds from local customers
• Physical Demands: Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs, stand for long shifts, and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses, steel-toed boots, and respirators during sandblasting.