Tool Mold Maker - Apprentice

HellermannTyton; Milwaukee, Northern (WI, KY); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Training

Paid Lunch

Overtime

Free Uniforms

Reimbursement for Protective Equipment

Internal Career Growth

Clean & Climate Controlled Environment

Job summary

HellermannTyton is seeking a Toolmaker/Moldmaker Apprentice in Milwaukee, WI to assist the lead mold maker in building tooling per CAD or detailed prints and to help maintain and repair molds and production tooling while developing toward Journeyman-level proficiency.

You will support QA, keep a clean, safe workspace, and participate in ongoing training under corporate policies. This paid training role offers growth opportunities within a climate-controlled environment.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in or willingness to complete a Tool & Die or Moldmaking Apprenticeship program required.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic understanding or interest in mold-building techniques and plastic injection molding.
• Ability to read, interpret, and learn 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 be willing to obtain personal precision tools over time.
• Prior forklift experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in building new tooling and components with guidance.
• 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 learn from mold maintenance technicians and experienced toolmakers.
• Must be able to operate tool room equipment with training.
• Must be able to perform mold maintenance and assist with in-press mold changes.
• Must be willing to work overtime based on production needs.
• 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.

Skills

CAD reading

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Detail-oriented

Physical strength

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Enrollment in Tool & Die or Moldmaking Apprenticeship program

Tools

CAD software

Tooling tools

Job description

Job Description

Posted Friday, August 28, 2026 at 6:00 AM

What You Will Do:

The Toolmaker/Moldmaker Apprentice is responsible for working with the lead mold maker to assist in building new tooling per CAD or detailed prints, evaluate, maintain, and repair existing molds and production tooling while developing skills toward Journeyman-level proficiency. 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 assist in building new tooling and components with guidance
• 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 learn from mold maintenance technicians and experienced toolmakers
• Must be able to operate tool room equipment with training
• Must be able to perform mold maintenance and assist with 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):

• Enrollment in or willingness to complete a Tool & Die or Moldmaking Apprenticeship program required
• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Basic understanding or interest in mold-building techniques and plastic injection molding
• Ability to read, interpret, and learn 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 be willing to obtain personal precision tools over time
• Prior forklift experience preferred

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.