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Do you...

  • Enjoy solving problems?
  • Dream of new ideas? 
  • Work best by collaborating with others?
  • Ruminate on how to improve on past projects?
  • Feel curious about how everyday things are made?
  • Already work with power tools, machinery, or welding?
  • Look to learn new skills and improve upon those skills?
  • Have an acute attention to detail?

If you answered yes to any of the above, apply for one of our open positions or contact us to learn what positions are available. Herman Mold + Tooling pays back our dedicated craftsmen with competitive pay and benefits.

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We're all about quality design, craftsmanship, and innovation in extrusion blow mold manufacturing.
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Shop Hand (High School)

Entry Level

Interested in how things are made? This part-time role is a great way to earn money while getting real experience in a skilled trade. You’ll work alongside experienced mold makers and machinists, learn how molds are built, and see if a career in manufacturing in the plastics industry is right for you. No experience needed. We’ll teach you.

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Tool Room Technician/ Shop Hand

Entry-level

We're looking for a reliable, hands-on Tool Room Technician / Shop Hand to support our mold makers and machinists and keep the shop running smoothly. This is a great entry point for anyone interested in a career in a skilled trade.

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Manual Machinist

(2+ years experience)

We are looking for a skilled manual machinist to join the team. This position requires great manual dexterity and technical knowledge to be able to work with a variety of materials, tools, in the production of extrusion blow molds and steel tooling. Applicant should have experience with manual lathes and mills. CNC machine experience is a plus but not required. The machinist should be able to work well with team members and produce quality work in a timely fashion.

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CNC Machinist / Programmer

Entry - Senior Level

We are seeking a skilled CNC machinist to join our mold making team. In this role, you will set up, operate, and maintain CNC machines to produce precision components used in extrusion blow molds. Responsibilities include reading technical drawings, selecting appropriate tooling, programming, and ensuring tight tolerances and high-quality finishes. Experience with steel and aluminum mold components, along with strong attention to detail and a solid understanding of machining principles, is essential.

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Tool Maker

Mid - Senior Level

We are looking for a skilled tool maker to join our team! This role focuses on building, repairing, and modifying jigs, fixtures, and tooling components that support our extrusion blow mold production — working to extremely tight tolerances and time frames. This position requires great manual dexterity and technical knowledge across a variety of materials, tools, and machinery, including steel cutting and tooling fabrication.

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Mold Maker

Mid-level to Senior

We are seeking an experienced moldmaker to build, repair, and maintain extrusion blow molds and tooling to precise specifications. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with mold construction, a strong understanding of blueprint reading and mold design, and a commitment to producing high-quality, precision work.

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Employee Benefits

Medical and Dental

Nothing is more important than your health. At Herman Mold + Tooling our employees and their families have access to comprehensive medical and dental insurance benefits.
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401k Savings Plan

Planning for your retirement is critical to taking care of your future self. Through our 401k plan you have the ability to invest pre-tax dollars in your choice of investment alternatives.
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Profit Sharing

Our employees are the foundation of Herman Mold + Tooling and what makes us successful. Sharing that profit with you is another way of saying thank you.
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Paid holidays and Vacation

The time spent with family and friends is invaluable. At Herman Mold + Tooling, we offer paid holidays and paid time off.

Professional Development

Access to education should always be available and we want to help you reach new levels of your craft. If you are a current employee and interested in up-skilling in a related field, Herman Mold + Tooling can help with tuition at a local community college.
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cafeteria plan

Our cafeteria plan allows employees to save on medical premiums, disability insurance premiums, non-reimbursable medical expenses, and dependent care expense using pre-tax dollars.

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641-472-7300
info@hhmold.com
501 23rd Street P.O. Box 1209
Fairfield, Iowa 52556

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