Tool & Die Maker

Posted Monday, August 3, 2026 at 5:00 AM

Masterack is seeking an experienced Tool & Die Maker to support our manufacturing operations by building, repairing, troubleshooting, and maintaining tooling, dies, fixtures, jigs, and precision components. This position plays a critical role in ensuring production equipment operates efficiently while maintaining high quality and safety standards.

• Build, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain tooling, progressive dies, fixtures, jigs, and gauges.
• Diagnose tooling issues and perform corrective repairs to minimize downtime.
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, specifications, and CAD prints.
• Plan machining operations by selecting proper tooling, machine settings, feeds, and speeds.
• Operate manual machine shop equipment including mills, lathes, grinders, drill presses, and precision measuring equipment.
• Machine parts to precise tolerances and surface finish requirements.
• Perform preventive maintenance on tooling and production equipment.
• Verify finished components meet dimensional specifications using calipers, micrometers, indicators, gauges, and other precision measuring tools.
• Maintain accurate production and maintenance documentation.
• Follow all company safety procedures and wear required PPE.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives including 5S, Lean Manufacturing, and problem-solving activities.
• Support production teams with tooling modifications and process improvements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical certificate in Tool & Die, Machining, or Precision Manufacturing preferred.
• 3+ years of Tool & Die or precision machining experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with progressive dies strongly preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints and engineering drawings.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills.
• Experience operating manual machine shop equipment.
• Knowledge of metal properties and machining processes.
• Forklift certification or ability to become certified.

• CNC machining experience
• Welding and fabrication experience
• Preventive maintenance experience
• Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement experience

• Frequently stand, walk, bend, kneel, and reach throughout the shift.
• Lift up to 35 pounds regularly.
• Occasionally lift heavier materials with assistance.
• Ability to work overtime as business needs require.