Plastic Ingenuity has been delivering innovative, high-quality packaging solutions since 1972. Our success is built on five core values - friendly & genuine, resourceful, collaborative, customer-focused, and dependable. We''re proud to invest in developing skilled trades talent and offer a supportive environment for learning and growth.
We are seeking an Experienced Tooling Machinist to support advanced tooling and mold-building operations. This role is ideal for a skilled machinist who enjoys precision work, problem-solving, and contributing expertise in a collaborative manufacturing environment.
Why Experienced Machinists Choose Plastic Ingenuity
- Stable, well-established company
- Collaborative culture that values craftsmanship and input
- Competitive compensation aligned with experience
- Clean, modern, climate-controlled shop.
- Highly customized, low volume, high-variety jobs. Involved in projects from start to finish
- Long-term stability with a growing manufacturer
What You''ll Do
- Independently operate a surface grinder to sharpen steel punches and dies
- Perform machining, drilling, CNC operations, and programming with minimal supervision
- Build, modify, and complete molds using drills, mills, saws, lathes, and CNC equipment
- Troubleshoot tooling and machining issues and recommend solutions
- Collaborate with engineering, tooling, and production teams to support manufacturing needs
- Maintain machines, tools, and work areas following 5S and safety standards
- Model good manufacturing practices and mentor less experienced team members
What You Bring
- Strong background in machining, tool & die, mold making, or die making
- Technical diploma, associate degree, or equivalent experience preferred
- Experience operating surface grinders and CNC equipment
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and tooling drawings
- Strong attention to detail, quality, and safety
- Effective communication and teamwork skills
BENEFITS
Comprehensive Benefits (after 90 days)
- Low-cost medical insurance
- Dental insurance - company pays 100% of the premium for single coverage
- Vision insurance
- Company-paid life insurance
- Pre-tax flexible spending accounts
Paid Time Off & Holidays
- PTO begins accruing on Day 1 (80 hours in the first year; increases with tenure)
- 72 hours of paid holidays annually
- Night-shift PTO bonus (where applicable)
Retirement & Financial Benefits
- 401(k) plan with immediate eligibility
- Employer match after one year
- Historical annual profit-sharing contributions
Safety & Work Equipment
- $400.00 Annual safety shoe reimbursement
- Company-provided prescription safety glasses
- Clean, organized shop with strong safety culture