Lead Tool Maker

Velosity; Forest Lake (MN); On-site; USD 44,083 - 66,124; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life and disa

401(k) with company match

PTO

9 paid holidays annually

Quarterly bonus

Growth opportunities

Casual dress

Job summary

Velosity CMD is seeking a Lead Toolmaker on 1st shift to support our Forest Lake, MN location. The Lead Toolmaker will oversee mold building, prioritize work to meet delivery dates, and collaborate with the supervisor to address challenges in the mold build.

Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:00am - 3:30pm; on-site position with comprehensive benefits and a 5% target bonus program.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2-year technical degree in tool or molding making, or equivalent experience.
• 10 years’ experience in new construction of plastic injection molds, mold modifications or repair.

Responsibilities

• Build plastic injection molds from blueprints and drawings.
• Compute dimensions, plan layouts, and determine assembly method and sequence.
• Evaluate method and sequence to propose improvements.
• Assist in training and developing Mold Makers.
• Coordinate with project managers to meet customer and company goals.
• Set up and operate equipment per prints for tool construction.
• Perform preventive maintenance on molds.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Interpret blueprints with GD&T accuracy.

Skills

Blueprint reading

GD&T knowledge

Safety awareness

Mentoring/Training

Education

High School Diploma / GED

2-year technical degree in tool or molding making

Tools

Mold making equipment

Job description

Velosity CMD is searching for a Lead Toolmaker on 1st shift to support our Forest Lake, MN location. The Lead Toolmaker is responsible for the execution of mold building, understanding which parts of the tool will need to be completed first to hit delivery dates, working with department supervisor to provide status updates and address any challenges with the mold build.

Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:00am - 3:30pm, this is an on-site position.

The typical pay range for this role: $31.94 - $47.90. This role is also eligible for our 5% target bonus program.

This pay range reflects the base hourly rate or annual salary for positions within this job grade, based on our market-based pay structures. Actual compensation will depend on factors such as skills, relevant experience, education, internal equity, business needs, and local market conditions. While the full range is shared for transparency, offers are rarely made at the minimum or maximum of the range.

This position includes a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Insurance: Medical, dental, vision, life and disability plans.
• Other Benefits Include: 401(k) with company match, PTO, holidays, and paid parental leave.

Who is Velosity?

Velosity CMD was founded in 1965 for the purpose of manufacturing plastic injection molds. We work with some of the largest medical device manufacturers, defense contractors, and other large, growing industrial companies. Our high-tech equipment is the backbone of precision manufacturing. CNC machining stations with 3-axis, 4-axis, and 5-axis capabilities enable us to perform multi-dimensional machining with unparalleled accuracy and efficiency.

High quality product, superior service to the customer and a dedication to the well‑being of each employee has always been the goal. Today we continue to operate under that same philosophy and ideology. We employ the very best, highly dedicated engineers and mold manufacturers with combined industry experience in excess of 1000 years!

At Velosity our culture & values are our competitive advantage. Engrained in everything we do are our values of Collaboration, Results-Driven, Continuous Improvement, Integrity, and Customer Service. Sound like you?

What You’ll Love about Velosity:

• Excellent benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, short term and long term disability, flex spending, 401k match, and MORE!
• Quarterly bonus for all employees
• Generous PTO offerings & 9 paid holidays annually
• Great opportunities for growth & advancement
• An Employee focused environment that hires and develops talent based on our values
• Clean, Air Conditioned, and friendly work environment
• Casual Dress Code

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED
• 2 Year Tech degree in tool or molding making, or equivalent work experience
• 10 years’ experience in new construction of Plastic Injection Molds, Mold Modifications, Mold Repair

Essential Duties:

• Must be able to build plastic injection molds from blueprints and technical drawings.
• Ability to compute dimensions, plans layouts & determine assembly method/sequence of operations.
• Evaluates method & sequence to recommend improvements.
• Assists in the training & development of Mold Makers.
• Interact with project managers and company staff to ensure products meet customer and company design and manufacturability and production goals.
• Set-up and operate all equipment with minimal supervision in accordance to prints for tool or fixture construction.
• Execute work efficiently to meet expected hours for the operations to be performed.
• Demonstrate and train safe execution of work activities and conduct 5S activities.
• Follow and comply with all safety rules and regulations.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Build tool components at a high level of accuracy.
• Tooling free from errors requiring unnecessary rework to repair or replace components.
• Maintain tooling through execution of repair and maintenance. Provide quick turnaround on repairs and service.
• Perform preventative maintenance on all molds.
• Build precision gages and fixtures to support other manufacturing areas.
• Create documentation notes as needed for tools constructed.
• Ensure procedures and documentation effectively communicate tasks.
• Achieve a high level of proficiency on the operation and maintenance of tools, equipment and machinery.
• Use various measuring tools to ensure accuracy of tight tolerance parts.
• Must be highly proficient at interpreting blueprints and have knowledge of GD&T.

Physical & Mental Demands:

• Standing, Walking, Kneeling, Bending, Reaching, Pulling, Twisting, Turning, Seeing, Hearing
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds

The mental and physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

Work Environment:

This is a non-smoking, professional tool shop with normal lighting, and climate control. This position requires the employee to work on a manufacturing floor where they may be subject to airborne contaminants and chemical odors.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an individual encounters while performing the essential functions of this position.

Protective Clothing Required:

When in certain locations of the facility, eye and ear protection are required. Closed-toed shoes are also required in certain locations.

Licensing/Registration/Certification:

• Valid identification and the ability to work legally in the United States.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, marital status, familial status, disability status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, or any other status protected by applicable law.

We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

Velosity is an E-Verify employer.

Velosity maintains ITAR-compliant operations in our facilities. Due to ITAR regulations, this role is only open to U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents (green card holders) or foreign nationals granted refugee or asylee status. Individuals with temporary visas (e.g. E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, TN or OPT) are not eligible for hire in this role.