Toolmaker

Job Description

Job Description

Toolmaker – Maple Grove, MN

Direct Hire | Salary Negotiable | 1st Shift

PDS Tech Commercial, Inc. is seeking a highly skilled Toolmaker to support precision manufacturing and plastic injection molding operations. This role requires advanced toolroom capability, tight‑tolerance machining, and hands‑on expertise across manual, CNC, and EDM processes.

This is not an entry‑level machining role — this is a true Toolmaker opportunity.

What You’ll Do

• Perform precision machining on manual mills, lathes, surface grinders , and CNC mills

• Build, repair, and modify molds, fixtures, and complex tooling

• Perform detailed bench work including fitting, spotting, polishing, and alignment

• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair plastic injection molds

• Utilize Wire EDM and Sinker EDM for tool and mold component fabrication

• Create and modify SolidWorks models and associated CNC programs

• Program and run jobs using CAM software (Mastercam)

• Support mold setups and provide guidance on tooling use and preventive maintenance

• Work independently while maintaining strict standards for accuracy, quality, and safety

What You Bring (Required Skills & Experience)

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Minimum 4 years of Toolmaker experience , including apprenticeship or equivalent hands‑on training

• Comprehensive knowledge of:

  • Toolmaking and machining practices

  • Mechanical principles

  • Precision measurement and inspection

  • Advanced math

  • Materials and heat treatments (trade school or equivalent experience)

• Surface Grinding experience

• Wire EDM experience

• Sinker EDM experience

• CNC mill setup and programming experience

• CAM software programming experience (Mastercam)

• CAD design experience (SolidWorks)

• Demonstrated ability to hold extremely tight tolerances (.001” and tighter)

• High manual dexterity and fine motor control

• Ability to perform physical job demands, including standing, sitting, lifting, and fine hand manipulation

Schedule

• Monday – Friday

• 1st Shift: 6:00PM – 2:30PM

ITAR / Export Compliance Requirements

This position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license.

Ready to Apply?

If you’re looking for a role where your toolmaking expertise is valued and impactful, apply today and take the next step in your career with us.

Pay Details: $72,800.00 to $93,600.00 per year

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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