Lead Mold Maker & Mentor – Injection Molds

Carlson Tool & Manufacturing Corp.; Cedarburg (WI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay starting at $40/hr

Relocation Assistance

Health Care Coverage including Dental&

Vision

HSA with employer contributions

Life and AD&D Insurance

PTO & Paid Holidays

Gainsharing Bonus Program

Self-Directed 401(k) with 3% Company

Referral Bonuses

PPE provided incl prescription safety-

Family-owned environment

On-site Recreational Center

Job summary

Carlson Tool & Manufacturing Corp. is seeking an experienced Lead Tool Maker to lead and mentor a team of toolmakers in Cedarburg, WI.

The role focuses on design, build, refurbishment, and reverse engineering of plastic injection molds across automotive, medical, and consumer packaging sectors. The ideal candidate has 10+ years as a Journeyman Tool & Die Maker, proven plastic mold expertise, and strong mentoring ability.

Qualifications

• Journeyman Tool & Die Maker with 10+ years of experience required.
• Proven expertise in Plastic Injection Molds.
• Ability to train and mentor others; strong leadership.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with project leaders and direct our team of Tool Makers.
• Provide guidance, mentorship, and hands-on training to apprentices and team members.
• Analyze specifications, set up and operate machine tools, and fit/assemble components to fabricate and repair metalworking dies.
• Lead plastic injection mold builds from start to finish.
• Keep work areas clean, safe, and organized.

Skills

Journeyman Tool & Die Maker

Plastic Injection Molds

Mentoring & Training

CAD interpretation

Tools

CAD

Job description

Carlson Tool & Manufacturing Corp. is seeking an experienced Lead Tool Maker to lead and mentor a team of toolmakers in Cedarburg, WI.

The role focuses on design, build, refurbishment, and reverse engineering of plastic injection molds across automotive, medical, and consumer packaging sectors. The ideal candidate has 10+ years as a Journeyman Tool & Die Maker, proven plastic mold expertise, and strong mentoring ability.