Precision Toolroom Mold Maker

Where: Omaha, NE
When: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM (8–9 hour shifts) — occasional Saturday OT

Role snapshot

• Build, repair, and maintain injection molds and custom tooling for custom-engineered products.
• Own CNC mill programming, setups, and operations to hit tight tolerances.
• Partner with Engineering, Quality, Purchasing, and Production to deliver on-time, right-first-time results.

Why join now

• Leadership runway: the Tool Room Lead is nearing retirement—step into greater responsibility.
• Growth mode: up to two new team members joining a collaborative, quality-driven toolroom.
• Variety: non-repetitive, complex projects that value craftsmanship and problem-solving.

What you’ll do

• Program, set up, and operate CNC mills and related equipment.
• Manufacture precision components for molds, stamping dies, and custom parts.
• Troubleshoot processes and optimize machining parameters.
• Assemble tooling to drawings/specifications; validate quality and dimensional accuracy.
• Work alongside QA to verify tolerances using precision metrology tools.
• Author and maintain setup sheets and machining documentation.
• Communicate progress and risks; assist with training and production support.
• Maintain 5S-level organization; follow lockout/tagout and hazard communication procedures.

Must-have experience

• Toolmaker/Mold Maker background in a manufacturing setting.
• 2–4+ years in injection mold building, repair, and maintenance.
• Demonstrated CNC mill programming, setup, and operation skills.
• Blueprint and mechanical drawing fluency.
• Proven ability to hit tight tolerances and solve complex problems.
• Broad exposure to machining processes and tooling equipment.

Nice-to-haves

• Haas CNC platforms
• CamWorks or similar CAM
• EDM (sinker/wire)
• Surface and cylindrical grinding
• Manual and CNC lathes
• Production machining; steel stamping dies
• Tool steels and plastics
• Calipers, micrometers, depth mics, optical comparators

Technical profile

• Advanced CNC machining knowledge and toolroom operations expertise.
• Independent setup creation and fixture strategy.
• Mechanical aptitude for maintenance and repair.
• Strong math skills; precision-first mindset; meticulous attention to detail.

Physical requirements

• Extended standing and walking.
• Regular bending, twisting, lifting, and repositioning tooling/materials.
• Safe operation of machinery and adherence to PPE requirements.

Compensation & benefits

• Competitive compensation
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, dental, vision
• Life insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Flexible scheduling options
• Relocation assistance

Proficiencies

• Tool/Die/Mold Repair Skills
• Tool/Die/Mold Setup Experience

Your impact

Bring your tooling expertise to a place that values precision and continuous improvement. You’ll help shape the future of a growing department while tackling high-variation, high-satisfaction work every week.