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Mold Maker / Mold Maintenance Technician (Ankeny, IA)
Talent Edge Recruiting
compensation:
$25–$30/hour + Shift Differentials + Quarterly Profit Sharing
employment type:
full-time
experience level:
mid level
job title:
Mold Maker / Mold Maintenance Technician
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Location: Ankeny, IA
Compensation: $25–$30/hour + Shift Differentials + Quarterly Profit Sharing
Schedule: Full-Time | Multiple Off-Shift Opportunities
Build, Repair & Maintain Precision Tooling
Are you a skilled Mold Maker, Tool & Die Maker, or Precision Machinist looking for an opportunity to work with advanced tooling and highly specialized manufacturing equipment?
An established precision manufacturing operation is expanding its Tool Room team and seeking experienced Mold Makers and Mold Maintenance Technicians.
This is an opportunity to work on precision steel injection molds supporting the production of highly engineered components used in medical devices, aerospace, automotive, and advanced electronics.
Whether your strengths are building new molds from start to finish or maintaining and repairing existing tooling, there are opportunities to put your technical skills to work in a clean, climate-controlled facility.
What You'll Do
- Build, assemble, fit, and troubleshoot new precision steel injection molds.
- Perform preventative maintenance, cleaning, inspection, and repairs on production molds.
- Diagnose tooling wear, damage, and mechanical issues.
- Machine mold components using CNC mills, EDM sinkers, EDM hole burners, lathes, grinders, and other tool-room equipment.
- Read and interpret engineering drawings, CAD files, and specifications.
- Use microscopes and precision measuring equipment to inspect components and maintain tight tolerances.
- Troubleshoot tooling issues and identify corrective actions.
- Collaborate with Engineering, Production, and Quality teams.
- Support new tooling development, continuous improvement, and tooling projects.
What We're Looking For
- 2–5 years of experience in mold making, mold maintenance, tool & die, or precision machining.
- Alternatively, completion of a two-year Tool & Die program with a strong desire to develop your skills.
- Hands-on experience with mold building, mold repair, or precision tooling.
- CNC mill and EDM experience.
- Ability to read engineering drawings and CAD files.
- Experience working with tight tolerances and small precision components.
- Strong mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
- Dependable work history and interest in long-term career growth.
Additional Experience That Stands Out:
- Mastercam, SOLIDWORKS, or AutoCAD.
- CNC programming and mold design.
- Surface grinding and precision machining.
- Microscope inspection.
- Project leadership or experience supporting new mold development.
Available Shifts
- 2nd Shift: 2:00 PM–10:30 PM | 10% Differential
- 3rd Shift: 10:00 PM–6:30 AM | 15% Differential
- Weekend Shifts: 12-hour schedules | 20% Differential
Benefits & Perks
- Medical, dental, vision, and long-term disability insurance.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Quarterly profit sharing.
- Three weeks of PTO.
- 10 paid holidays.
- Overtime available at time-and-a-half.
- Climate-controlled facility maintained around 70°F.
- Overtime available but not mandatory.
Why Join This Team?
You'll be part of a specialized Tool Room where craftsmanship, precision, and technical expertise make a real difference. Work alongside experienced toolmakers and engineers in an exceptionally clean, climate-controlled environment.
Whether you're interested in advancing your mold-building capabilities, expanding your CNC programming skills, or developing toward a Lead Machinist or Tool Room Leadership position, this opportunity offers room to grow.
Your work will directly support highly specialized products, including life-saving medical technologies, while giving you the opportunity to build valuable skills and establish a long-term career.
Looking forward to your application!
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