Toolmaker II

Turck, Inc.; Plymouth (MN); On-site; USD 59,680 - 70,870; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Dental Insurance

Life & Disability Coverage

Tuition Reimbursement

Well-being Programs

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Plymouth, Minnesota is seeking a Toolmaker to join their team. The successful candidate will be involved in the design, construction, repair, and maintenance of injection molds, while providing valuable input throughout the production process. Required qualifications include a 2-year AAS degree in Mold Making and at least 2 years of related experience. The role offers competitive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as Toolmaker or in a related field.
• Experience in operation of all foundational machine tools in a Toolroom environment.
• Familiarity with Ram and Wire EDM, VMC’s, and other CNC equipment.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the design, construction, repair and maintenance of injection molds.
• Provide design input from conceptualization to final tool design.
• Assist co-workers in project management/fabrication.

Skills

Critical thinking

Mold troubleshooting

Data collection

Project management

Education

2-year AAS degree in Mold Making

2-year technical certificate in Machine Trades

Tools

CAD/CAM software

CNC equipment

Job description

Salary Range:$

59,680.00 To $70,870.00 Annually

What You’ll Do

Within the context of the team, this position will participate in the design, construction, repair and maintenance of injection molds, as well as in the design and construction of tools, fixtures and other devices that support Manufacturing and Product Development efforts.

• Apply critical thinking related to process choice and maximizing productivity, quality and cost optimization.
• Participate in the construction, repair, and maintenance of injection molds, mold components, tools, fixtures and other devices.
• Provide design input at initial design conceptualization through to the final tool design.
• Assist in the accumulation and collection of data related to specific jobs and/or skill development as assigned.
• Provide assistance to co-workers in the management/fabrication of their projects/tools when called upon.
• Provide input into mold troubleshooting and processing that supports the molding departments.
• Other duties as assigned.

What We’re Looking For

• Education: 2-year AAS degree in Mold Making, 2-year technical certificate or certification in an approved (certified) apprentice program in Machine Trades with emphasis in Mold Making is required.
• 2+ years of experience as Toolmaker or in a related field.
• Experience in the operation of all foundational machine tools that are commonly found in a Toolroom environment, and the efficient use of those machines including advanced processes is required.
• Familiarity/experience with Ram and Wire EDM Wire, VMC’s, and other CNC equipment, their processes, and the programming/operation of such machines is required.
• PC experience with CAD/CAM software is required. (CAM-TOOL experience preferred)
• Training/experience to apply advanced cutting techniques to graphite and fully hardened tool steels is required.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

At Turck, we value our people and offer benefits that go beyond the basics:

• Health & Dental Insurance:Above-market contributions and competitive plan designs, on-site healthcare clinician.
• Life & Disability Coverage:Company-paid life insurance and short/long-term disability.
• Retirement Plans:401(k) with employer match, Roth 401(k), and profit sharing.
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement & Professional Development
• Well-being Programs:Fitness initiatives, health coaching, EAP, and mental wellness resources.
• Additional Perks:Flexible Spending Accounts, voluntary vision and legal assistance, corporate discounts, and more.

Ready to Engineer the Future?

Apply today and bring your expertise to a team that values innovation, collaboration, and growth.