Tool Room Technician — First Shift, Onsite

Placon Corp.; Plymouth (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Work-life balance

Hands-on role

Job summary

Placon Corp. in Plymouth, MN is seeking a Tool Room Technician who enjoys hands-on work, staying organized, and supporting production with well‑maintained tooling.

If you have mechanical aptitude and experience with tooling or machine shop equipment, you’ll grow your career in manufacturing through hands-on responsibilities, tooling maintenance, and collaboration with a dedicated team.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• 1–2 years of experience in Tooling, assembly, or mechanical repair.
• Ability to read blueprints and technical drawings.
• Experience in a machine shop or manufacturing environment.
• Strong troubleshooting and organizational skills.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.

Responsibilities

• Store, organize, and retrieve production tools based on production schedules.
• Inspect tools before and after use to ensure they are production-ready.
• Troubleshoot tooling issues and assist in resolving root-cause problems.
• Perform preventive maintenance on tools and accessories.
• Maintain accurate tool logs, inventory, and tracking data.
• Support production by preparing tooling and accessories as needed.
• Follow safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Assist other tooling department functions as required.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Troubleshooting

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Machine shop equipment

Hand tools

Job description

Placon Corp. in Plymouth, MN is seeking a Tool Room Technician who enjoys hands-on work, staying organized, and supporting production with well‑maintained tooling.

If you have mechanical aptitude and experience with tooling or machine shop equipment, you’ll grow your career in manufacturing through hands-on responsibilities, tooling maintenance, and collaboration with a dedicated team.