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Unparalleled Craftsmanship - 
Where Innovation Meets Precision

(847) 364-0855

Proven Excellence Since 1977

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Helm Tool Careers

As a team, we’re driven by our knowledge and understanding of the mold making industry. We strive to understand all that our customers are up against and support them throughout the process.

We are looking for passionate people who want to continuously build into their career, drive innovation, and further support our customers and the industry. Working at Helm Tool should not be looked at as a typical job, but rather a long-term career. Our team strives to help you grow and evolve into the best and most well-rounded machinist, tool maker, or engineer you can be. Continuous training opportunities, job shadowing, and ongoing education serve as a resource for our employees to be the best they can be, the best in the industry. 

Helm Tool employee reviewing and repairing an injection mold

Apply for a Position

If you have the skills or the interest in learning the skills for an interesting career in mold manufacturing, please contact us using the form below to apply. Describe the position you seek, and be sure to include your resume and any information that might be helpful.

EXPERIENCED AND ENTRY LEVEL CNC PROGRAMMER/OPERATORS

CNC Mill, High Speed, 5-axis, Sinker and Wire EDM, CNC Lathe, Surface and Cylindrical Grinding

  • Minimum experience with setting up work pieces and operating CNC mills.

  • Able to read and interpret CAD models and blueprints

  • Mastercam programming experience is required.

  • Job shop experience preferred, but not necessary

  • Experience with programming machines for” lights out” machining.

  • Experience with tooling speeds and feeds necessary to meet quality and production standards.

  • Knowledge of raw materials, cutting tool geometry and tolerances

  • Knowledge of precision inspection equipment and methods (micrometers, calipers, etc.)

  • Strong basic math/shop math skills

  • General machining skills with good mechanical aptitude needed

  • Capability of monitoring machine performance (i.e. tool wear, cycle time, product quality, etc.) and identifying/troubleshooting any machine issues

  • Ability to work with minimal supervision

  • Satisfactory record of recent job performance, safety performance and attendance.

Full employee benefits include:

  • 401K matching

  • health care benefits

  • 11 paid holidays plus vacation and personal time off

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