1st Shift Mold Maker Lead

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Join a Team Where Your Experience and Mentorship Will Make an Impact!

Carlson Tool & Manufacturing Corp. is looking for an experienced Tool Maker with a desire to lead and mentor others to join our talented team of 70+ skilled Machinists and Toolmakers in our climate‑controlled, advanced manufacturing facilities located in Cedarburg, WI.

At Carlson, we take pride in our precision craftsmanship and collaborative, family‑owned environment. You won’t just be another employee here — you’ll be a leader, a mentor, and an essential part of our success story.

You’ll play a key role in the design, build, refurbishment, and reverse engineering of plastic injection molds that serve industries like Automotive, Medical, Plastic Packaging, Battery, and beyond. As a Lead Tool Maker, you’ll guide projects through the shop without the need to write plans or purchase material. You will focus on toolmaking while providing hands‑on direction to fellow Tool Makers and mentoring apprentices — all in collaboration with a supportive and experienced team.

• Weekly Pay:
  Starting at $38-$45/hr, depending on experience
• Relocation Assistance for qualified candidates
• Full Health Care Coverage including Dental & Vision
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• PTO & Paid Holidays
• Gainsharing Bonus Program
• Self‑Directed 401(k) with 3% Company Match
• Referral Bonuses
• Company‑provided PPE including prescription safety glasses & safety‑toe shoe reimbursement
• Family‑Owned Environment with Company lunches, Milestone recognitions, Cookouts and Holiday Parties

• 10+ years of experience as a Journeyman Tool & Die Maker is required
• Proven expertise in Plastic Injection Molds is required
• The ability to train and mentor others is required
• The ability to read, interpret, and analyze engineering designs and CAD models

• Collaborate with project leader(s) and direct our team of Tool Makers
• Provide guidance, mentorship, and hands‑on training to apprentices and team members
• Analyze specifications, set up and operate machine tools, and fit/assemble components to fabricate and repair metalworking dies
• Lead plastic injection mold builds from start to finish
• Keep work areas clean, safe, and organized

If you’re a seasoned Tool Maker who values precision, teamwork, and a company that invests in its people — Carlson Tool & Manufacturing is the place for you. Apply today and discover why our employees grow their careers here and have fun doing it!

Carlson Tool & Manufacturing Corp. is an ISO certified and ITAR registered manufacturing company serving customers with engineering, tooling, drilling, and machining services.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) including disability/veteran.

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• Mid‑Senior level

• Full‑time

• Management and Manufacturing

• Manufacturing