Mold Build Manager

Velosity CMD is searching for a Mold Build Manager to support our manufacturing facility in Forest Lake, MN.

This position will report to the Director of Operations.

This is an on-site position.

The typical pay range for this role: $94,378 - $130,000 annually.

This pay range reflects the base hourly rate or annual salary for positions within this job grade, based on our market-based pay structures. Actual compensation will depend on factors such as skills, relevant experience, education, internal equity, business needs, and local market conditions. While the full range is shared for transparency, offers are rarely made at the minimum or maximum of the range.

This position includes a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Insurance: Medical, dental, vision, life and disability plans.
• Other Benefits Include: 401(k) with company match, PTO, 9 holidays, and paid parental leave.

Who is Velosity?

Velosity CMD was founded in 1965 for the purpose of manufacturing plastic injection molds. We work with some of the largest medical device manufacturers, defense contractors, and other large, growing industrial companies. Our high-tech equipment is the backbone of precision manufacturing. CNC machining stations with 3-axis, 4-axis, and 5-axis capabilities enable us to perform multi-dimensional machining with unparalleled accuracy and efficiency.

High quality product, superior service to the customer and a dedication to the well-being of each employee has always been the goal. Today we continue to operate under that same philosophy and ideology. We employ the very best, highly dedicated engineers and mold manufacturers with combined industry experience in excess of 1000 years!

At Velosity, our culture & values are our competitive advantage. Engrained in everything we do are our values of Collaboration, Results-Driven, Continuous Improvement, Integrity, and Customer Service. Sound like you? Apply to join our team today.

What You'll Love about Velosity:

• Excellent benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, short term and long term disability, flex spending, 401k match, and MORE!
• Quarterly bonus for all employees
• Generous PTO offerings & 9 paid holidays annually
• Great opportunities for growth & advancement
• An Employee focused environment that hires and develops talent based on our values
• Clean, Air Conditioned, and friendly work environment
• Casual Dress Code

Requirements

• Preferred Bachelor's degree and 5 years' experience in leading technical personnel within a tooling shop or machining environment OR 7-10 years progressive job experience and/or training within a tooling shop or machining environment preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including presentation skills; effective business correspondence and reporting; working knowledge of Microsoft Office and business operating systems.
• CAD software experience.
• Excellent organizational and planning skills, attention to detail and thorough desire for continuous improvement.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to interact across all levels of the organization, while accomplish organizational goals
• Knowledge of engineering or technical operations including experience in product/engineering management.
• Strong knowledge of blue print reading and familiarity with inspection equipment.
• Understanding of component and/or mold manufacturing and ability to make decisions on in process tolerancing.
• Ability to perform daily tasks in a safely manner.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision;
• Ability to solve practical problems and work effectively with customers, suppliers and other departments.
• Demonstrated well-developed leadership skills and able to develop, foster, and maintain a team-oriented work environment
• Demonstrated strong analytical and process management skills, including a thorough understanding of how to interpret business needs and translate them into application and operational requirement.

Essential Functions

• Plans, directs, and coordinates entire mold build from concept through completion.
• Projects a positive image of the organization to employees, customers, industry, and community.
• Develop, evaluate and improve mold building and manufacturing process techniques.
• Lead team of toolmakers to complete projects to both quality and time requirements.
• Analyze and plan work force utilization, space requirements, resource capacity (man & machine), work flow and designs for maximum efficiency.
• Maintain a safe working environment by enforcing safety guidelines and regulations.
• Investigate and report any accidents or incidents and implement preventive measures.
• Foster a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Provide coaching and training to team members to enhance their skills and performance.
• Promote an environment where apprentices can grow and advance.
• Assist in the estimating process when applicable.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Physical & Mental Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit (using a computer), reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee is also regularly required to stand and walk. The employee might occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 to 20 pounds.

The mental and physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

Work Environment:

This is a non-smoking, professional tool shop with normal lighting, and climate control. This position may require the employee to conduct business on the manufacturing floor where they may be subject to airborne contaminants and chemical odors.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an individual encounters while performing the essential functions of this position.

Protective Clothing Required:

When in certain locations of the facility, eye and ear protection are required. Closed-toed shoes are also required in certain locations.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran, marital, or disability status. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

Velosity is an E-Verify employer.

Velosity maintains ITAR-compliant operations in our facilities. Due to ITAR regulations, this role is only open to U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents (green card holders) or foreign nationals granted refugee or asylee status. Individuals with temporary visas (e.g. E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, TN or OPT) are not eligible for hire in this role.