Experienced Tooling Machinist -2nd or 3rd Shift

Plastic Ingenuity•Cross Plains, WI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

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

Requirements

Strong background in machining, tool & die, mold making, or die making
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

Nice To Haves

Technical diploma, associate degree, or equivalent experience preferred

Responsibilities

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

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