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Full Time Plastics Tooling Engineer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

The Tooling Engineer Technician plays a key role in supporting the development, sourcing, and ongoing improvement of plastic injection mold tooling used in the production of our products. This role ...

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical area, and/or five years of experience with plastics industry tooling placement, analysis and management.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelors degree in engineering or related technical area, and/or five years of experience with plastics industry tooling placement, analysis and management.

The Injection Molding Tooling Engineer will collaborate with team members to develop and improve ... This position requires a minimum of seven years' experience working as a Plastic Injection Tool ...

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis. Key ... We're a leading global supplier of wheel hubs, aluminum castings, and structural plastics for ...

The Injection Molding Tooling Engineer will collaborate with team members to develop and improve ... This position requires a minimum of seven years' experience working as a Plastic Injection Tool ...

TOOLING ENGINEER

Yorktown, IN · On-site

$80K - $90K/yr

TOOLING ENGINEER Established Automotive Supplier motivated to hire a Tooling Engineer to join their ... Direct-hire, Full-time Related keywords: tool & die engineer maker stamp stamped stampings ...

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis. Key ... We're a leading global supplier of wheel hubs, aluminum castings, and structural plastics for ...

Description Perform tool engineering on Plant Thermoform tooling projects, including specification ... Experience in manufacturing (plastics mfg. preferred), tool making or machine shop. * Strong ...

Tooling Engineer

Vancouver, WA · On-site

$91K - $124K/yr

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis. Key ... We're a leading global supplier of wheel hubs, aluminum castings, and structural plastics for ...

Tooling Engineer

Warsaw, IN · On-site

$130K/yr

Competitive salary * Advancement potential * Full time * Paid time off * Medical / Dental / Vision * 401k Responsibilities of the Controls Engineer * Design jigs, tooling and fixtures for ...

Fulltime Experience: Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in automotive or trucking environments and proven record of tooling design and implementation Role Overview * The Tooling Engineer will be ...

Tooling Engineer

Vancouver, WA · On-site

$91K - $124K/yr

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis. Key ... We're a leading global supplier of wheel hubs, aluminum castings, and structural plastics for ...

Tooling Engineer

Palmdale, CA · On-site

$71.74/hr

Tooling Engineer Location: Palmdale, CA 93550 Pay Rate: $71.74 per hour Employment Type: Full-Time Consultant (6-Month Assignment) Schedule: Monday-Friday | 9/80 Work Schedule (Enjoy every other ...

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How much do full time plastics tooling engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for full time plastics tooling engineer in the United States is $109,987.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $83,000.00 and $123,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Plastics Tooling Engineer vs Plastics Manufacturing Technician?

AspectFull Time Plastics Tooling EngineerPlastics Manufacturing Technician
CredentialsBachelor's in Mechanical or Plastics Engineering, certifications like CAD or tooling designTechnical diploma or associate degree, on-the-job training
Work EnvironmentDesign labs, tooling workshops, manufacturing plantsProduction floors, assembly lines, quality control areas
Job FocusDesign, develop, and optimize plastic molds and toolingOperate machinery, troubleshoot production issues, perform quality checks

The Full Time Plastics Tooling Engineer primarily focuses on designing and developing plastic molds, requiring engineering expertise and design skills. In contrast, the Plastics Manufacturing Technician handles day-to-day production tasks, operating equipment and ensuring quality. Both roles are essential in the plastics industry but differ in responsibilities, skills, and work environment.

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Tooling Engineer Technician

J.W. Speaker

Germantown, WI • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

ABOUT THE POSITION: The Tooling Engineer Technician plays a key role in supporting the development, sourcing, and ongoing improvement of plastic injection mold tooling used in the production of our products. This role works closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, and external tooling partners to ensure tooling designs meet performance, quality, and cost objectives. Responsibilities include coordinating tooling procurement, supporting design reviews, troubleshooting tooling issues, and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement across our tooling and manufacturing processes.
OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE: You'll have an Associate's degree in Tool & Die or equivalent hands-on experience in plastic injection mold tooling. You bring at least 2 years of experience working with tooling design, manufacturing, or procurement in a plastics environment. You are comfortable working with Microsoft Office and CAD platforms such as SOLIDWORKS or Pro-E. Most importantly, you are a detail-oriented problem solver who takes ownership of challenges, collaborates well with cross-functional teams, and is motivated to improve processes, tooling performance, and overall manufacturing efficiency.
HOW YOU WILL MAKE A DIFFERENCE:
You will INNOVATE by...
  • Assisting the Tooling Engineer in validation of mold tool performance and procurement of tooling to cost, quality, and delivery targets
  • Reviewing mold tool design and monitoring tool status to timeline
  • Researching and investigating alternate mold tooling technologies that reduce lead-time and cost
  • Assisting mold department for in-house implementation, as required
  • Participating in plastic component design to ensure best practice for lowest cost tooling
  • Soliciting ideas and strategies to reduce mold tooling procurement and production implementation lead-time
  • Contributing to NPD processes improvement

You will EXPLORE by...
  • Being responsible for the application of all applicable mold tool documentation
  • Supporting the repair, rework, and servicing of existing tools with mold tool suppliers when requested
  • Ensuring team members are aware of targets and are actively supporting them
  • Surfacing abnormalities to standards and implementing countermeasures

You will PERFORM by...
  • Maintaining storage and file maintenance of mold tool drawings
  • Participating in department staff meetings and implementing initiatives
  • Surfacing problems while using PDCA to solve problems and drive improvements

We offer competitive wages and the following great benefits:
  • Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
  • Short term & Long-term disability insurance
  • 401k with employer match
  • Paid time off, including Vacation, Sick & Personal Time, and 11 paid Holidays
  • Generous Profit-Sharing Plan
  • Tuition reimbursement & Scholarships
  • Development and Growth opportunities
  • Casual work environment for all associates
  • State-of-the-Art, temperature-controlled environment
  • And many more!

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