Tool Mold Maker - Apprentice

About the role

The Toolmaker/Moldmaker Apprentice is responsible for working with the lead mold maker to assist in building new tooling per CAD or detailed prints, evaluate, maintain, and repair existing molds and production tooling while developing skills toward Journeyman-level proficiency. This will be achieved while maintaining HellermannTyton’s Quality and EHS certifications by supporting all corporate policies, procedures, work instructions and required documentation.

Responsibilities

• Assist in building new tooling and components with guidance
• Identify and communicate any possible tooling problems to the lead mold maker or supervisor
• Work well with lead mold makers and learn from mold maintenance technicians and experienced toolmakers
• Operate tool room equipment with training
• Perform mold maintenance and assist with in-press mold changes
• Work overtime based on production needs
• Work with QA to identify quality concerns
• Maintain a clean and safe work area
• Perform other tasks as assigned

Required Personal Protective Equipment: safety shoes are to be worn at all times during scheduled work hours.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in or willingness to complete a Tool & Die or Moldmaking Apprenticeship program required
• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Basic understanding or interest in mold-building techniques and plastic injection molding
• Ability to read, interpret, and learn engineering designs and computer-based CAD plans and models
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Good problem-solving skills and detail-oriented
• Ability to lift/push/pull up to 50 lbs
• Willingness to obtain personal precision tools over time
• Prior Forklift Experience Preferred

Benefits

• Paid Training
• Paid Lunch
• Overtime
• Free Uniforms
• Reimbursement for Protective Equipment
• Internal Career Growth
• Clean & Climate Control Manufacturing Environment with Great Lighting
• Medical / Dental / Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Disability Insurance Coverage
• 401(k) Retirement and Profit-Sharing Plan
• Employee Assistance Program

Work/Life

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holiday
• Onsite Medical Clinic
• Wellness Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Company Discounts