Mold Maker Plastics Manufacturing Base Salary to 6000hour Chaska MN

AllSearch Professional Staffing; Chaska (MN); On-site; USD 41,328 - 82,656; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10% shift premium

Potential $3,000 sign-on bonus

Annual performance bonus opportunity

Three weeks of paid vacation

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k with full employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

AllSearch Professional Staffing is seeking an experienced Mold Maker to join the Tooling team in Chaska, MN. This hands-on role focuses on building, repairing, and improving high-precision production molds in a manufacturing environment.

Candidates should have a technical training background or substantial experience in Mold Making. The position offers competitive wages, shift premiums, and comprehensive benefits including medical and 401k matching.

Qualifications

• Completion of a technical training program or apprenticeship in mold fabrication or tool making.
• 5+ years of experience in Mold Making.
• 3+ years of experience with production molds.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and repair precision mold components.
• Perform maintenance and troubleshooting of molds.
• Operate precision machining equipment.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Mold fabrication

Precision machining

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting skills

Blueprint interpretation

Education

Technical training program or apprenticeship

5+ years of experience in Mold Making

3+ years of applicable experience

Tools

CNC mills

Manual mills

EDM machines

Grinders

Job description

Mold Maker – Plastics Manufacturing – Base Salary to 60.00/hour – Chaska, MN

Our client, a well‑established manufacturer of precision plastic components, is seeking a Mold Maker to join their Tooling team in Chaska, MN. This hands‑on position is responsible for building, repairing, maintaining, and improving high‑precision production molds and tooling used in a manufacturing environment. This is an excellent long‑term opportunity for an experienced Mold Maker looking to work with advanced machining equipment while supporting continuous improvement initiatives and high‑quality production.

Openings are currently available on 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift. Shift schedules, shift premiums, and overtime opportunities vary by shift.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate, modify, and repair precision mold components, inserts, and tooling used in plastic manufacturing
• Perform mold maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs to minimize production downtime
• Build, assemble, disassemble, clean, and reassemble production molds according to established procedures
• Operate precision machining equipment including CNC mills, manual mills, lathes, EDM equipment (wire and sinker), grinders, and other toolroom machinery
• Diagnose tooling issues and recommend corrective actions to improve mold performance and production efficiency
• Maintain accurate mold history, maintenance records, and tooling documentation
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, tooling prints, and technical documentation
• Support production objectives through collaboration with manufacturing, engineering, and maintenance teams
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on tooling reliability, quality, and efficiency
• Follow established safety and quality procedures

Qualifications

• Completion of a technical training program or apprenticeship in mold fabrication, mold making, tool and die, precision machining, or 5+ years of experience in Mold Making
• 3+ years of applicable experience building, repairing, and maintaining production molds
• Experience operating machining equipment such as CNC mills, manual mills, lathes, EDM machines, grinders, or similar precision machining equipment
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and technical documentation
• Basic computer and data entry skills
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive hand and wrist movements
• Ability to work overtime and participate in on‑call rotations as needed
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship

Compensation

• Base salary in the 30.00 - 60.00/hour range
• Openings available on 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift
• 10% shift premium for eligible shifts
• Potential $3,000 sign‑on bonus
• Annual performance bonus opportunity
• Three weeks of paid vacation annually
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k with full employer match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Overtime opportunities