Tool & Die Maker / Moldmaker

Howmet Aerospace Inc.; Whitehall Township (MI); On-site; USD 47,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Howmet Aerospace Inc. is seeking a Tool & Die Maker / Moldmaker in Whitehall, MI to construct, maintain, and repair molds and related fixtures. The role requires experience with aluminum and steel, plus proficiency in typical tool room equipment, including CNC mills.

Applicants must be able to work all shifts, including 2nd and 3rd, with starting pay of $33.80/hour and potential progression to $39.05/hour. Equal opportunity employer. On-site position using standard shift rotations.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required.
• 8+ years Tool & Die Maker / Moldmaker experience OR completion of an apprenticeship or journeyman recognition.
• Authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship not available.
• Experience with moldmaking, especially with plastic or wax injection molds is preferred.
• Able to work all shifts including 2nd and 3rd shift.

Responsibilities

• Construct, maintain, and repair wax injection molds; fabricate fixtures and inspection gauges.
• Work with aluminum and steel; operate general tool room equipment including CNC mills.
• Be able to work all shifts (2nd and 3rd).

Skills

Tool room equipment

Aluminum & steel work

Shift flexibility

Education

High school diploma or GED

Eight years Tool & Die/Moldmaker experience

Bonafide apprenticeship certificate

Journeyman Tool & Die Maker

Journeyman Mold Maker

Tools

CNC mills

Job description

• Locations One Misco Drive, Whitehall, MI, 49461-1799, US (On-site)
• Apply Before 11/02/2026, 05:00 AM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Remote Work Schedule Availability? None
• Export-Controlled Data This position entails access to export-controlled items and employment offers are conditioned upon an applicant's ability to lawfully obtain access to such items

Responsibilities

Responsibilities
The Tool & Die Maker / Moldmaker is responsible for the construction, maintenance, and repair of wax injection molds, as well as the fabrication of manufacturing fixtures and inspection gauges. This role requires experience working with both aluminum and steel, along with proficiency in general tool room equipment, including CNC mills.

Applicants for this position must be able to work all shifts including 2nd and 3rd shift.

Pay Range
Starting pay is $33.80/hour, with the opportunity to progress to a top rate of $39.05/hour.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• Possess a minimum of ONE of the following:
  • Possess a minimum of eight (8) years of documented Tool & Die Maker / Moldmaker experience.
  • Have served a Bonafide apprenticeship program and possess a certificate which substantiates completion.
  • Journeyman Tool & Die Maker.
  • Journeyman Mold Maker.
• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in moldmaking, particularly with plastic injection or wax injection molds

About Us

Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. Our primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. With $8.3 Billion in revenue in 2025, our products play a crucial role in enabling fuel efficiency and lightweighting, contributing to our customers’ success and making a positive impact on the world. To learn more about the way Howmet Aerospace Inc. is advancing the sustainability of our customers, markets, and communities where we operate, review the 2025 Environmental Social and Governance report at www.howmet.com/esg-report . Follow: LinkedIn , Twitter , Instagram , Facebook , and YouTube .

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.