Onsite Junior Project Manager - Mold Builds & Growth

Carlson Tool & Manufacturing Corp.; Cedarburg (WI); On-site; USD 44,083 - 49,593; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Relocation Assistance

Full Health Care Coverage

Health Savings Account

PTO & Paid Holidays

Gainsharing Bonus Program

Self-Directed 401(k)

Referral Bonuses

Company-provided PPE

Company-provided inspection equipment

Family-Owned Environment

On-site Recreational Center

Job summary

Carlson Tool & Manufacturing Corp. is hiring a Junior Project Manager for their West Plant in Cedarburg, WI. The ideal candidate will support the Tooling Division in project activities and manage smaller component builds, gaining hands-on experience in project execution.

The starting pay ranges from $32 to $36 per hour, based on experience. Additional benefits include full health care coverage, a relocation assistance program, and a variety of company-sponsored events. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of mold building experience and proficiency in CAD and project management tools.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in plastic injection mold building or related manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of tool making processes.
• Proficient in using CAD viewers.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and updating project plans for mold builds.
• Support scheduling and monitor daily project activities.
• Communicate project progress to customers and stakeholders.

Skills

Plastic injection mold building

Toolmaking

CAD software proficiency

Microsoft Office

ERP/MRP systems

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical training or apprenticeship

Job description

Carlson Tool & Manufacturing is hiring a Junior Project Manager to join our team onsite at our West Plant in Cedarburg, WI!

We’re looking for a quality-driven team player to support our Tooling Division in daily project activities and manage smaller component build assignments, with hands-on exposure to all phases of mold build and component project execution including scheduling, coordination, customer communication, cost awareness, and cross-functional collaboration.This position is intended to support the Project Management team while building the knowledge, skills, and experience necessary for future advancement into a Project Manager role.

Carlson Tool and Manufacturing's West Plant designs and manufactures Plastic Injection Molds for a variety of industries. Our services include design, build, product modeling/development, and reverse engineering services to support the Consumer goods, Packaging, and Automotive markets.

Starting pay ranges from $32 - $36/hr depending on experience, with generous perks and benefits including:

• Weekly pay
• Relocation Assistance for qualified candidates
• Full Health Care Coverage including Dental & Vision
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• PTO & Paid Holidays
• Gainsharing Bonus Program
• Self-Directed 401(k) with 3% Company Match
• Referral Bonuses
• Company-provided PPE including prescription safety glasses & safety-toe shoe reimbursement
• Company-provided inspection equipment
• Family-Owned Environment with Company lunches, Milestone recognitions, Cookouts and Holiday Parties
  
  

And did we mention perks like our on-site Carlson Recreational Center? Think weightlifting, cardio, a golf simulator, pickleball court, and more — open to employees and their families.

What You'll Bring To The Table

• 5+ years of experience in plastic injection mold building, toolmaking, or a related manufacturing environment.
• Strong working knowledge of tool making processes, including design review, machining, EDM, assembly, and sampling.
• Proficient in using CAD viewers to review mold designs and engineering changes.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical training or apprenticeship preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., M2M, NCR) preferred.
  
  

A Day In The Life

• Project Planning & Control
• Assist Project Managers in developing, maintaining, and updating project plans for plastic injection mold builds, rebuilds, and component projects
• Support scheduling activities for design, machining, assembly, sampling, purchased components, and final approval milestones
• Manage assigned smaller-scale component build projects or portions of larger mold builds
• Monitor daily project activity and follow up on open items
• Prepare project status updates, action item lists, and reports
• Scope, Budget & Change Management
• Evaluate and communicate the impact of design changes, product changes, and scope adjustments on cost, timing, and mold performance
• Manage scope changes through formal change order processes
• Monitor project costs and resource utilization
• Identify project risks related to material availability or capacity constraints, and implement mitigation plans
• Communication & Customer Interface
• Communicate project progress, milestones, risks, and delivery expectations to customers and internal stakeholders
• Proactively address customer concerns related to mold functionality, sampling results, and delivery timelines
• Continually seek opportunities to improve customer satisfaction and long-term partnerships
• Resource & Vendor Management
• Evaluate and plan around required skill sets, machine capacity, and labor resources for each mold build
• Coordinate internal departments including Sales, Design, CNC Machining, Toolmaker, and Quality and Sampling
• Manage external suppliers and subcontractors to ensure quality, cost, and on-time delivery
• Quality, Compliance & Process Improvement
• Help ensure projects follow customer specifications, drawings, and internal quality requirements
• Maintain project records and documentation in compliance with company procedures and ISO standards
• Support mold trials, sampling activities, and validation processes
• Identify opportunities to improve project tracking, communication flow, and execution efficiency
• Learn and apply company project management standards and best practices in preparation for advancement into a full Project Manager role
  

Ready to Join a Team That Values You?

At Carlson, we believe great people build great things — and we’d love for you to be one of them. Apply today and discover what it’s like to work for a company where your hard work is valued, and your contributions are celebrated.

Carlson Tool & Manufacturing Corp. is an ISO certified and ITAR registered manufacturing company serving customers with engineering, tooling, drilling, and machining services.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) including disability/veteran.

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