Moldmaker

WDP; Mattawan (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages based on experience

Flexible schedule

Paid Time Off and Paid holidays

Excellent medical insurance

401k with company contribution

Dental and vision coverage

Paid life insurance, short-term and 
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Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

WDP in Mattawan, MI is seeking an experienced Journeyman Mold Maker to join the Tool Room team. You will build, repair, troubleshoot, and maintain precision injection molds to keep our manufacturing operation running safely, efficiently, and at the highest quality standards.

This hands-on role requires reading blueprints, CAD models, and engineering drawings, programming and running CNC mills, and mentoring mold making apprentices.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Journeyman Toolmaker or Tool and Diemaker certification/experience preferred.
• Experience reading blueprints, CAD models, and engineering drawings is essential.

Responsibilities

• Build, troubleshoot, and maintain precision injection molds.
• Perform preventative maintenance to maximize tooling and minimize downtime.
• Diagnose tooling issues and implement repair solutions.
• Read blueprints and CAD drawings to build to exact specifications.
• Program and run CNC mills.
• Operate manual machining equipment and precision measuring tools.
• Train and mentor mold making apprentices.

Skills

Blueprints CAD drawings

Injection molding knowledge

Mechanical aptitude

Toolroom equipment

Handheld measurement tools

Team communication

Attention to detail

Collaboration

Self-motivation

Education

Highschool diploma or equivalent

Journeyman Toolmaker or Tool and Diemaker

Tools

CNC Mills

Machining equipment

Job description

Job DetailsLevel: Experienced

Job Location: Mattawan, MI 49071

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: Apprenticeship / Trade School

Travel Percentage: None

Job Category: Skilled Labor - Trades

We’re looking for an experienced Journeyman Mold Maker to join our Tool Room team. In this hands‑on‑role, you’ll build, repair, troubleshoot, and maintain precision injection molds that keep our manufacturing operation running safely, efficiently, and at the highest quality standards.

What you will receive:

• Competitive wages based on experience
• Flexible schedule
• Paid Time Off and Paid holidays
• Excellent medical insurance
• 401k with company contribution
• Dental and vision coverage
• Paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability
• Employee Assistance Program

What you will do:

• Build, troubleshoot, and maintain precision injection molds.
• Perform preventative maintenance to maximize tooling and minimize downtime.
• Diagnose tooling issues and recommend or implement repair solutions.
• Read blueprints, CAD models, and engineering drawings to build and modify tooling to exact specifications.
• Program and run CNC mills.
• Operate manual machining equipment and precision measuring instruments.
• Train and mentor mold making apprentices.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

QualificationsRequired Knowledge & Skills

• Ability to read blue prints, CAD models, and engineering drawings.
• Knowledge of injection molding process and tooling requirements.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with problem solving ability.
• Toolroom equipment experience and understanding of machining processes.
• Skilled in the use of handheld measurement tools.
• A team-oriented mindset with strong communication skills.
• High attention to detail and strong commitment to quality work.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively.
• Well-organized and self-motivated with the ability to manage tasks independently.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Highschool diploma or equivalent
• Journeyman Toolmaker or Tool and Diemaker