Mold Maker + CNC Programmer
Listed on 2026-08-18
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Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing Engineer, Machine Operator, Manufacturing & Industrial Operations, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic
Mold Maker + CNC Programmer
The Mold Maker + CNC Programmer is responsible to build, revise and maintain Entegris owned molds, tooling, and fixtures by performing machining and mechanical processes, methods and techniques. With proven performance the opportunities to grow into a larger or different role exist. Providing additional support to the production teams. Open to providing relocation assistance if not living close to the Chaska, MN facility.
$10K Sign-on bonus and premium shift differential offered! Flexible Shifts + Schedules! Second
Shift: Hours are flexible Monday-Friday, 1:30PM-9:30PM with overtime opportunity or 1:30PM-11:30PM 4 days/week
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- Third
Shift: Hours are flexible Sunday-Thursday, Monday-Friday 10PM
-6AM, or Monday-Thursday 8PM-6 AM.
Responsibilities:
- Building of new molds along with mold inserts for existing tooling.
- Ability to repair to allow quick turn-around with issues as they arise within competency level.
- Maintains current and appropriate documentation in mold files.
- Completes all job-related documentation.
- Operates Tool Room equipment at a high level of competency (CNC Mills, CNC EDMs and CNC Lathes to level of operation to proficient competency).
- Troubleshoots and diagnoses problems related to mold cycling, mold function in the press, miscellaneous tooling and fixtures as required.
- Completes miscellaneous tasks as assigned in support of the larger organization and production goals.
- Assembles production molds, cleans molds following standard procedures, and reassembles such as required.
- Completes other duties as assigned.
Qualifications and Preferred
Skills:
- 3+ years of experience in mold making field/industry required
- 2-year degree in mold making or completion of qualified apprenticeship program
- Knowledge and use of Solid Works/Creo
- Programming skills for CNC mills and Lates using Mastercam
- Ability to demonstrate problem solving and mechanical troubleshooting skills
- Ability to read and understand work instructions and perform math computations and computer data entry
- Ability to lift 50lbs and stand during entire shift
- Ability to perform repetitive pushing and sliding of mold plates and mold inserts
- Periodically, this position requires repetitive hand, wrist, and grasping of objects with fingers for extended periods of time
- Ability to visually detect quality defects
- Ability to work overtime and on-call schedule as required
What We Offer:
At Entegris, we invest in providing opportunities to our employees and promote from within. The new hire in this role will have the potential to grow and create relationships across the organization and be recognized for demonstrated success and adherence to company PACE values. Our total rewards package goes beyond just a paycheck. Whether you're looking to build your career, improve your health, or protect your wealth, we offer generous benefits to help you achieve your goals.
Compensation: $32-37+/hour (based on experience) Shift Bonus Sign-on Bonus $10K! Annual bonus eligibility A 401(K) plan to help you plan for your future with an impressive employer match that's all yours - no vesting! Great health, dental and vision insurance packages to fit your needs to ensure you're happy and healthy 3 weeks of vacation - plenty of time to recharge those batteries!
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