Toolmaker (2nd Shift)

As a Toolmaker, you'll play a critical role in shaping precision tooling that supports our manufacturing operations. This position requires a high level of craftsmanship, problem-solving, and attention to detail to ensure the quality and reliability of our dies and molds

Our Team

You'll be part of a skilled and collaborative tooling team that supports production by designing, building, and maintaining high-performance dies and molds. The team works closely with engineering and operations to drive continuous improvement and innovation in tooling processes.

What You Will Do

• Interpret blueprints and plan machining sequences to create complex dies and molds
• Operate CNC and manual machines to shape and finish tooling components
• Assemble and verify die/mold dimensions to ensure precision and functionality
• Recommend design improvements based on analysis of existing tools and fixtures
• Maintain accurate records of tool maintenance and modifications
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support production needs and tooling enhancements

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Completion of a two-year vocational, trade, or technical degree
• 2-5 years of experience in tool and die making or equivalent training
• Proficient in reading blueprints and technical documents
• Skilled in geometry, trigonometry, and practical math applications
• Knowledge of heat treating steels and machining processes

What Will Put You Ahead

• Experience with CNC programming and advanced machining techniques
• Familiarity with mold design software or CAD tools
• Strong problem-solving skills in non-standardized environments
• Ability to recommend and implement tooling improvements
• Previous experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment

GENERAL SALARY RANGE

For this role, we anticipate paying $20-$39 per hour

GENERAL WORK SCHEDULE

Monday - Thursday 2PM - 12

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Hiring Philosophy

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Who We Are

As a Koch company, Molex is a leading supplier of connectors and interconnect components, driving innovation in electronics and supporting industries from automotive, aerospace and defense, to health care and consumer to data communications. The thousands of innovators who work for Molex have made us a global electronics leader. Our experienced people, groundbreaking products and leading-edge technologies help us deliver a wider array of solutions to more markets than ever before.

Aerospace & Defense Solutions Division

With a legacy of over six decades (formerly AirBorn), Molex's Aerospace & Defense Solutions Division is committed to engineering and manufacturing excellence. Our mission-critical products operate in the most demanding environments-from fighter jets and submarines to Mars and beyond. We take pride in our passionate team and cutting-edge technologies that ensure reliability where it matters most. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense innovation.

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Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.

Equal Opportunities

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