Mold Builder / Mold Maker

Mold Builder / Mold Maker Location: Ankeny, IA Pay: $25–$30/hour + Shift Differential + Quarterly Profit Sharing Available Shifts - 2nd Shift: 2:00 PM–10:30 PM (+10%) - 3rd Shift: 10:00 PM–6:30 AM (+15%) - Weekend Shifts: (+20%) About the Opportunity We are seeking skilled Mold Builders, Mold Makers, Tool & Die Makers, and Precision Machinists to join a growing Tool Room team supporting the production of highly engineered micro-sized components used in life-saving medical devices, aerospace applications, and advanced technologies. This is not a production machining role. You will build brand-new precision steel molds from start to finish while working with some of the most advanced tooling and machining equipment in the industry. Projects involve extremely tight tolerances — often measured in microns — requiring exceptional craftsmanship, attention to detail and problem-solving. What You’ll Do - Build new precision steel injection molds. - Machine mold components using CNC mills, EDM sinkers, EDM hole burners, lathes, grinders, mills, and saws. - Read engineering drawings, CAD files, and specifications. - Assemble, fit, troubleshoot, and inspect mold components. - Use microscopes and precision measuring equipment. - Collaborate with engineering, production, quality, and maintenance teams. - Support tooling improvements and new mold development. - Potentially lead tooling projects. What We’re Looking For - 2–5 years of mold making, tool & die, or precision machining experience OR completion of a Tool & Die program. - Experience building molds and tooling components. - CNC mill and EDM experience. - Ability to read engineering drawings and CAD files. - Experience working to tight tolerances. - Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills. - Stable work history and long-term mindset. Preferred Experience - Mastercam - SOLIDWORKS - AutoCAD - CNC Programming - Mold Design - Project Leadership Benefits - Medical, dental, vision, and LTD - 401(k) with company match - Quarterly profit sharing - Three weeks PTO - Ten paid holidays - Climate-controlled facility - Overtime available but not mandatory Why Join This Team This is an opportunity to build highly specialized tooling that directly impacts life-saving medical technologies, aerospace applications, and advanced products used around the world. You’ll work in an exceptionally clean, climate-controlled environment alongside experienced toolmakers and engineers while building precision molds from start to finish. The company promotes from within, offers strong long-term career growth, and provides a collaborative team environment where craftsmanship and technical expertise are truly valued. Looking forward to your application!