Plastic Extrusion Tooling Designer - (Custom, Co-Extrusion&T …, Kohler

Plastic Extrusion Tooling Designer– (Custom Profile, Co-Extrusion&Tri-Extrusion)

Up to $90,000• Sheboygan County Area • Growth Path to Department Head Join a premier, ISO-certified manufacturer where profit is reinvested into the latest technology and a clean, modern facility. Enjoy a flexible, employee-friendly environment with an exceptional 20-year average tenure and total financial stability.This isn't just a design role; it is a high-impact position within a growing, technology-forward manufacturer that serves global clients across a diverse range of industries. Our client is built on a foundation of financial stability and a "people-first" culture that is rare in the tooling world. They have intentionally diversified their customer base to protect against economic downturns, and they consistently reinvest profits back into the shop, ensuring you are working with the best tools available.The culture here is defined by flexibility and professional respect, evidenced by an incredible average employee tenure of 20 years. For a designer looking for long-term career growth, this position has a clear path into a Department Head role. If you want to work in a clean, modern facility where your expertise in complex profiles and multi-material extrusion is truly valued, this is your ideal career home.What You Will Be Doing

Creating precision plastic extrusion tooling designs specifically for custom profiles, co-extrusions, and tri-extrusions Directing the full lifecycle of tooling efforts, including designing, building, modifying, installing, and maintaining custom dies Providing technical support and direction to machine operators and machinists to ensure seamless production runsHands-on adjusting and fine-tuning of extrusion tooling to meet exacting customer specifications Partnering with the manufacturing team to troubleshoot complex production issues and drive continuous process improvements Utilizing MasterCAM and Fusion 360 to develop and refine high-performance tooling architectureWhat We Are Looking For

Design Expertise: 3+ years of dedicated plastic extrusion tooling design experience, with a focus on profile extrusion, co-extrusion, and tri-extrusion Processing Knowledge: 3+ years of strong, hands-on extrusion processing experience; you must understand how the material behaves in the machine, not just on the screenTechnical Literacy: Advanced proficiency in reading complex engineering documents and utilizing MasterCAM or Fusion 360 for design Stability: A rock-solid work history that demonstrates long-term commitment and reliability Requirements: Must be a US Citizen or Green Card holder residing within a 45-minute drive of the facility for this 100% onsite roleLeadership Potential: The desire and ability to eventually grow into a leadership or department management position