Tool Mold Maker - Apprentice

HellermannTyton North America; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Overtime pay

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) plan

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Milwaukee is seeking an experienced Toolmaker/Moldmaker to build and maintain molds per CAD specifications. Applicants should have over 3 years of experience in plastic injection molding and possess a Journeyman Tool & Die Maker certification. The role offers great benefits including paid training, medical, and a 401(k) plan, along with a clean, climate-controlled work environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in plastic injection molding.
• Ability to read and analyze CAD plans.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Build new tooling per CAD and prints.
• Maintain and repair existing molds.
• Train maintenance technicians and apprentices.

Skills

Plastic injection molding

Engineering design interpretation

Problem-solving skills

Verbal communication

Detail-oriented

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Journeyman Tool & Die Maker certification/degree

Tools

Precision tools

Forklift

Job description

Join us and be a part of something truly special. You will work in a state-of-the‑art Tool Room with a group of progressive Tool Makers.

Apply now to join our team at HellermannTyton!

What You Will Do:

The Toolmaker/Moldmaker is responsible for working with the lead mold maker to build new tooling per CAD or detailed prints, evaluate, maintain, and repair existing molds and production tooling. This will be achieved while maintaining HellermannTyton's Quality and EHS certifications by supporting all corporate policies, procedures, work instructions and required documentation.

• Must be able to build new tooling and components with minimum supervision
• Identify and communicate any possible tooling problems to the lead mold maker or supervisor
• Must be able to work well with lead mold makers and train mold maintenance technicians and apprentices
• Must be able to operate all tool room equipment
• Must be able to perform mold maintenance and in-press mold changes
• Must be willing to work overtime based on production needs

Other Functions

• Work with QA to identify quality concerns
• Maintain a clean and safe work area
• Performs other tasks as assigned
• Required Personal Protective Equipment: safety shoes are to be worn at all times during your scheduled work hours.

What You Bring (Qualifications):

• 3+ years of plastic injection molding building experience or successful completion of an apprenticeship program.
• Journeyman Tool & Die Maker certification/degree is preferred.
• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Knowledgeable in current mold‑building techniques. This individual should have solid manufacturing concepts in plastic injection mold building
• Ability to read, interpret, and analyze engineering designs and computer‑based CAD plans and models.
• Must possess good written and verbal communication skills
• Must have good problem‑solving skills and be detail‑oriented
• Ability to lift/push/pull up to 50 lbs.
• Must have own precision tools
• Prior forklift experience preferred

HellermannTyton Benefits:

Paid Training / Paid Lunch / Overtime / Free Uniforms / Reimbursement for Protective Equipment / Internal Career Growth / Clean & Climate Control Manufacturing Environment with Great Lighting

Medical / Dental / Vision / Flexible Spending Accounts / Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment / Disability Insurance Coverage / 401(k) Retirement and Profit‑Sharing Plan / Employee Assistance Program

Work/Life: Paid Time Off / Paid Holiday / Onsite Medical Clinic / Wellness Program / Tuition Reimbursement / Company Discounts

By applying for a position with HellermannTyton, you understand that should you be made an offer, it will be contingent on your undergoing and successfully completing a background check through the use of our 3rd party supplier. Background checks may include some or all of the following based on the nature of the position: SSN/SIN validation, education verification, employment verification, criminal check, driving history, and drug test. You will be notified during the hiring process of which checks are required by the position.

HellermannTyton Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.