Mold Builder / Mold Maker
tgg accountingAnkeny, IA
$25–$30/hour
APPLYMold Builder / Mold Maker
tgg accountingAnkeny, IASenior L5
$25–$30/hour
Industrial Mold ManufacturingSpecial Die and Tool, Die Set, Jig, and Fixture ManufacturingMachine Shops
APPLY NOWMold Builder / Mold Maker
Location: Ankeny, IA Pay: $25–$30/hour + Shift Differential + Quarterly Profit Sharing
Available Shifts2nd Shift: 2:00 PM–10:30 PM (+10%)3rd Shift: 10:00 PM–6:30 AM (+15%)Weekend Shifts: (+20%)
About the Opportunity:
We are seeking skilled Mold Builders, Mold Makers, Tool & Die Makers, and Precision Machinists to join a growing Tool Room team supporting the production of highly engineered micro-sized components used in life-saving medical devices, aerospace applications, and advanced technologies. This is not a production machining role. You will build brand-new precision steel molds from start to finish while working with some of the most advanced tooling and machining equipment in the industry. Projects involve extremely tight tolerances — often measured in microns — requiring exceptional craftsmanship, attention to detail and problem-solving.
What You'll Do:
- Build new precision steel injection molds.
- Machine mold components using CNC mills, EDM sinkers, EDM hole burners, lathes, grinders, mills, and saws.
- Read engineering drawings, CAD files, and, fit, troubleshoot, and inspect mold components.
- Use microscopes and precision measuring equipment.
- Collaborate with engineering, production, quality, and maintenance teams.
- Support tooling improvements and new mold development.
- Potentially lead tooling projects.
- What We're Looking For2–5 years of mold making, tool & die, or precision machining experience OR completion of a Tool & Die program.
- Experience building molds and tooling components.
- CNC mill and EDM experience.
- Ability to read engineering drawings and CAD files.
- Experience working to tight tolerances.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
- Stable work history and long-term mindset.
- Preferred Experience
- MastercamSOLIDWORKSAutoCADCNC Programming
- Mold Design
- Project Leadership
Benefits:
- Medical, dental, vision, and LTD401(k) with company match
- Quarterly profit sharing
- Three weeks PTOTen paid holidays
- Climate-controlled facility
- Overtime available but not mandatory
Why Join:
This TeamThis is an opportunity to build highly specialized tooling that directly impacts life-saving medical technologies, aerospace applications, and advanced products used around the world. You'll work in an exceptionally clean, climate-controlled environment alongside experienced toolmakers and engineers while building precision molds from start to finish. The company promotes from within, offers strong long-term career growth, and provides a collaborative team environment where craftsmanship and technical expertise are truly valued. Looking forward to your application!
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