Mold Maker

Mold Makers set up and operate plastic molding machines, such as compression or injection molding machines, to mold, form, or cast thermoplastic materials to specified shapes.

Training at a Glance

Time to Complete

~5
Years

On the Job Time

9,888
Hours

Paid Related Instruction Time^*

512
Hours

Additional Training

First Aid and CPR certifications, Transition to Trainer.

More Information on: Skills, Education, Tools, and Workplace Conditions

* Apprentices are paid regular hourly wages during the Paid Related Instruction time in the classroom

Wisconsin Employment Outlook & Wages**

Job Outlook through 2026 in Wisconsin

-7.9%

Experienced Level Salary***

$40,084

* * Wisconsin Long Term Occupation Employment Projections, 2016-2026 (Statewide). Office of Economic Advisors, WI Department of Workforce Development, December 2018. & US Bureau of Labor Statistics: Occupational Employment Statistics, estimates May 2017. Reports can be viewed on DWD's premiere source for Labor Market Information, WisConomy.com.

* * * Average (mean) annual salary earned by the upper two-thirds of all workers in the selected location, occupation, and industry. Actual salaries will vary by employer and other factors.