Toolmaker
Job in
Elizabethtown, Hardin County, Kentucky, 42701, USA
Listed on 2026-01-12
Listing for:
Metalsa
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-01-12
Job specializations:
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Manufacturing / Production
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Manufacturing Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Lead Multi Facility Skilled Trades Talent Acquisition
Tool & Die Technician at Metalsa ensures the seamless operation and maintenance of tooling and die systems. Candidates must have substantial experience and a deep understanding of tooling processes to join #Team Metalsa.
Key Responsibilities- Repair, maintain, develop, and build dies.
- Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing of component and frame assembly drawings.
- Address and correct quality concerns in tooling stage operations.
- Implement customer changes (e.g., engineering changes).
- Make tooling repairs due to bad hits, double hits, and bad setups.
- Changeover tooling to produce different parts and spot tools for proper metal fits.
- Use circle grid analysis to reduce material stretch and eliminate breakage.
- Maintain tooling nitrogen systems, preventative maintenance schedules, and spare parts inventory.
- Identify tool steels and perform necessary heat treatments.
- Study and maintain die transfer systems, blank feeders, unloaders, and power feeds.
- Understand hydraulic and pneumatic systems for proper locating and clamping.
- Safely operate all powered hand tools and moving equipment (including forklifts and cranes).
- Education
:
High school diploma or equivalent. - Experience
:
Minimum of three to five years as a journeyman tooling technician /tool & die, preferably in automotive. - Technical Knowledge
:
Understanding of die stamping processes, welding tool steels for repairs, and proficient computer skills (Microsoft Office). - Certifications
:
Lockout/Tagout training.
- Competitive Compensation
:
Opportunities for overtime and double-time pay. - Comprehensive Benefits Package
:
Includes medical, dental, vision, and prescription insurance. - Paid Time Off
:
Vacation, personal time, and holidays. - Disability Coverage
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Paid short-term and long-term disability coverage. - Financial Accounts
:
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Reimbursement Account (HRA). - Retirement
: 401(k) company matching. - Education
:
Tuition reimbursement program and advancement opportunities.
Join #Team Metalsa
, where your skills and dedication pave the way for a fulfilling career filled with growth, innovation, and significant contributions to a dynamic environment.
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Metalsa by 2x
Seniority level- Mid-Senior level
- Full-time
- Manufacturing
- Metalworking Machinery Manufacturing
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