Metal Stamping Die Maker & Jig​/Fixture Craftsman

Ready to Own the Toughest Tooling Challenges?

Join Anchor Fabrication in LaVergne, Tn as a Metal Stamping Die Maker & Jig/Fixture Craftsman on 2nd shift (2:30 pm–11:00 pm, Monday–Friday; weekend overtime as needed). If you thrive on solving complex machining puzzles and elevating production performance, this role is for you.

Can you say yes to the following?

Do you confidently interpret blueprints, sketches, and models to plan layouts, materials, and sequences?

Are you skilled at setting up and operating lathes, mills, shapers, and grinders—and verifying every critical dimension?

Can you repair, construct, alter, and maintain jigs, dies, fixtures, gauges, and machine components with minimal oversight?

Do you enjoy partnering with Engineering to repair process machines, tool dies, and specialized equipment that supports production?

Are you comfortable advising other Tool & Die Makers, Machinists, and Press teams on complex setups and methods?

Can you develop specs from general descriptions and translate them into workable sketches for specialty tools?

What you’ll tackle

Analyze specifications and visualize final products to determine materials and machining processes

Compute dimensions; lay out stock; measure, mark, and scribe; machine; and assemble to exacting standards

Verify alignments and clearances; ensure conformance of all machined parts to drawings/specifications

Examine existing tooling and propose design improvements for function and manufacturability

What sets you up for success

High school diploma or equivalent3–5 years of Tool & Die experience (Journeyman’s card preferred)
Mechanical aptitude, rigorous attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize under schedule pressure

Strong communication skills; computer literate; fluent with precision measuring instruments

Ability to read and interpret technical specifications and engineering drawings

When you’ll work2nd shift, 2:30 pm–11:00 pm, Monday–Friday, with overtime opportunities on weekends.

Equal opportunity and accessibility

Anchor Fabrication is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs and activities