Entry Level Tooling Manager Jobs
New grad tooling manager jobs are open to recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where hands-on internship work or a strong project portfolio can carry more weight than years on a resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Manufacturing, Retail, and Telecommunications, with employers like Whatnot, Fuyao Glass America, and Jabil hiring at this level now.
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POSITION SUMMARY
VALUES
- Innovation
- Commitment and Passion
- Integrity
- Team and Relationships
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Design, build, and maintain jigs, fixtures, and tooling that improve production flow and make parts repeatable.
- Weld and fabricate tooling parts using TIG and MIG, cutting, forming, and basic machining.
- Validate new tooling against the print; verify parts flow well through production before release.
- Troubleshoot tooling and fixture problems on the shop floor and make fast, sound fixes.
- Watch processes on the floor and talk with operators to understand the real need before building.
- Turn rough requests, sketches, and conceptual drawings into usable, well-documented tooling solutions.
- Support production areas as demand requires to keep work moving and tooling available.
- Spot and carry out improvement ideas within the department and across LSI sites.
- Write clear use instructions and hand finished tooling to the operators who will run it.
QUALIFICATIONS
- 1+ years of tooling, fabrication, or machining experience.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Skilled in metal fabrication - cutting, forming, and basic machining.
- Experience using shop equipment such as welders, saws, plasma cutters, mills, and lathes.
- Able to read blueprints and interpret engineering drawings and tolerances.
- Proficient in TIG and MIG welding.
- Knowledge of welding symbols and shop safety practices.
- Able to independently interpret and create mechanical components and jigs.
- Basic computer skills, including office and email programs.
The target hourly range is $27.00 - $34.00, depending upon qualifications and experience. The posted pay range reflects the expected compensation for a fully qualified candidate. Starting pay may be above or below this range based on job-related factors such as skills, experience, qualifications, and training needs.
In addition to hourly pay, the compensation package also includes eligibility for profit-sharing and monthly bonus opportunity. Additionally, for eligible full-time employees, we offer a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits; paid time off and paid holidays; 401(k) retirement plan and employee stock ownership plan.
Employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a background screening, conducted in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Landscape Structures is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.
Landscape Structures participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. See more here.
Landscape Structures Inc. has been the leading manufacturer of commercial playground equipment in the world for more than 50 years. Our employee-owned company designs community and school playgrounds that encourage kids of all ages and abilities to learn persistence, leadership, competition, bravery, support, and empathy through play. Landscape Structures pushes the limits—of design, inclusion, and play—to help kids realize there is no limit to what they can do today and in the future. For a better tomorrow, we play today.
You can now text "Jobs" to 763-296-1077 to learn more!
POSITION SUMMARY
VALUES
- Innovation
- Commitment and Passion
- Integrity
- Team and Relationships
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Design, build, and maintain jigs, fixtures, and tooling that improve production flow and make parts repeatable.
- Weld and fabricate tooling parts using TIG and MIG, cutting, forming, and basic machining.
- Validate new tooling against the print; verify parts flow well through production before release.
- Troubleshoot tooling and fixture problems on the shop floor and make fast, sound fixes.
- Watch processes on the floor and talk with operators to understand the real need before building.
- Turn rough requests, sketches, and conceptual drawings into usable, well-documented tooling solutions.
- Support production areas as demand requires to keep work moving and tooling available.
- Spot and carry out improvement ideas within the department and across LSI sites.
- Write clear use instructions and hand finished tooling to the operators who will run it.
QUALIFICATIONS
- 1+ years of tooling, fabrication, or machining experience.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Skilled in metal fabrication - cutting, forming, and basic machining.
- Experience using shop equipment such as welders, saws, plasma cutters, mills, and lathes.
- Able to read blueprints and interpret engineering drawings and tolerances.
- Proficient in TIG and MIG welding.
- Knowledge of welding symbols and shop safety practices.
- Able to independently interpret and create mechanical components and jigs.
- Basic computer skills, including office and email programs.
The target hourly range is $27.00 - $34.00, depending upon qualifications and experience. The posted pay range reflects the expected compensation for a fully qualified candidate. Starting pay may be above or below this range based on job-related factors such as skills, experience, qualifications, and training needs.
In addition to hourly pay, the compensation package also includes eligibility for profit-sharing and monthly bonus opportunity. Additionally, for eligible full-time employees, we offer a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits; paid time off and paid holidays; 401(k) retirement plan and employee stock ownership plan.
Employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a background screening, conducted in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Landscape Structures is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.
Landscape Structures participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. See more here.
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Entry Level Tooling Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level tooling manager job?
Focus on building practical experience through internships, co-ops, or hands-on coursework in tooling, manufacturing processes, or die and mold design. Employers at this level look for candidates who understand tooling fundamentals, can read engineering drawings, and have worked with CAD software. Highlighting specific projects, even academic ones, gives you a concrete edge over candidates with only a generalist background.
Which companies hire entry level tooling managers?
Companies hiring entry level tooling managers right now include Whatnot, Fuyao Glass America, and Jabil, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring is driven by a mix of manufacturers, automotive suppliers, and industrial equipment producers who bring in junior candidates to support and eventually lead tooling programs.
Are there remote entry level tooling manager jobs?
Yes, though most tooling roles require on-site presence given the hands-on nature of the work. About 20% of entry level tooling manager openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with hybrid arrangements more common than fully remote. These tend to involve coordination or program management tasks that can be handled off-site part of the week.
Are these new grad tooling manager jobs?
Yes, many of these openings are new grad and junior roles that welcome recent graduates and candidates early in their careers. A new grad friendly posting typically welcomes zero to two years of experience and counts internships, co-ops, or academic projects toward that threshold. Look for language like 'new graduate,' 'entry level,' or 'will train' to identify roles built for candidates without a long professional history.
Which industries hire the most entry level tooling managers?
Entry Level tooling manager roles concentrate in Manufacturing, Retail, and Telecommunications, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at the entry level because they run high-volume production lines and need junior tooling talent to maintain, improve, and document tooling systems under the guidance of senior engineers and managers.