Compression Mold Maker

Commercial Tool Group; Michigan; On-site; USD 68,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Commercial Tool Group is seeking a skilled Compression Mold Maker to turn engineering intent into production-ready tooling. You will build, assemble, repair, and maintain compression molds while validating fit and function through inspections and tryouts.

You will work with Program Managers, Tool Designers, CNC Machinists, and Manufacturing to drive reliable launches and continuous improvement, ensuring quality and customer specifications are met.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Journeyman Mold Maker certification or DOL apprenticeship or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years mold building/repair/toolmaking experience.
• Ability to read engineering drawings/CAD, GD&T; strong knowledge of tool steels/heat treat.
• Spotting/benching/polishing/venting/fit-up skills; milling, grinding, drilling, EDM experience.

Responsibilities

• Build, assemble, repair, and maintain compression molds.
• Execute engineering changes to tooling as needed.
• Troubleshoot performance issues to protect quality, safety, and customer specifications.
• Validate fit and function through inspection and support tryouts.
• Partner with Program Managers, Tool Designers, CNC Machinists, and Manufacturing to drive reliable launches and continuous improvement.

Skills

Reading CAD drawings

GD&T understanding

Milling

Grinding

Drilling

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Journeyman Mold Maker certification

Tools

CAD software

Tool steels & heat treat knowledge

Job description

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401k, Holiday Pay, PTO, and much more!

Our mission is "We bring ideas to life through innovative manufacturing solutions." Our purpose is "CTG exists to manufacture a better life."

Build the Tool

As a Compression Mold Maker, you’ll turn engineering intent into production-ready tooling that holds tight tolerances and performs under pressure. You’ll build, assemble, repair, and maintain compression molds; execute engineering changes; and troubleshoot performance issues to protect quality, safety, and customer specifications. You’ll validate fit and function through inspection and support tryouts, partnering with Program Managers, Tool Designers, CNC Machinists, and Manufacturing to drive reliable launches and continuous improvement.

Required:

• High School Diploma/GED
• Journeyman Mold Maker certification, DOL apprenticeship completion, or equivalent experience
• 5+ years mold building/repair/toolmaking experience
• Ability to read engineering drawings/CAD, GD&T; strong knowledge of tool steels/heat treat
• Spotting/benching/polishing/venting/fit-up skills; machining process familiarity (milling, grinding, drilling, EDM)

Rewards That Matter

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage; 401(k); Life Insurance; Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA); Competitive Salary; Paid Time Off; and a Snack/Drink Room to keep you fueled. Additionally, we have an onsite chiropractor, annual wellness benefit reimbursement, free audiobooks, Education Assistance Program, and more!