Tool and Die Technician

Are you passionate about precision and quality in manufacturing?

Our client is seeking a skilled professional to ensure the maintenance, repair, and modification of stamping tooling and related equipment. This role is essential for maintaining safe, efficient, and high-quality production processes. If you have hands‑on experience in tooling repair, welding, and troubleshooting, this opportunity is for you.

• Inspect, maintain, and repair stamping tooling used in punch press operations.
• Perform basic welding (MIG/TIG/stick) to repair tooling and fixtures.
• Troubleshoot tooling issues affecting product quality, accuracy, or machine performance.
• Assist with tooling changeovers and setups as needed.
• Modify or fabricate tooling components using hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment.
• Collaborate with Production, Maintenance, and Engineering teams to resolve tooling and process issues.
• Conduct preventative maintenance on tooling to minimize downtime and extend tool life.
• Read and interpret tooling drawings, blueprints, and specifications.
• Measure and verify tooling dimensions using precision measuring instruments.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe tooling area.
• Adhere to all safety policies, procedures, and lockout/tagout requirements.
• Perform other related duties as required to support the plant operations.

• Direct work with manufacturing machinery in a safety‑sensitive environment.
• Exposure to noise, machinery, and varying temperatures typical of manufacturing operations.
• Requires wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) in production areas.
• Physical activities include bending, walking, standing, stooping, crawling, and climbing.
• Must be able to lift and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Vision abilities required include close, distance, peripheral, and ability to adjust focus.
• Flexibility to change schedule and work hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed.

• High school diploma or GED; technical training or apprenticeship preferred.
• 2-5 years of experience in tooling, tool & die, stamping, or related manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of roll forming processes and tooling preferred.
• Basic welding experience required; certification is a plus.
• Ability to read blueprints and technical drawings.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with CNC or manual machining.
• Familiarity with steel, aluminum, and coated materials used in roll forming.
• Experience with continuous improvement or lean manufacturing initiatives.
• Effective communication skills with vendors and all organizational levels.
• Self‑motivated, problem‑solving capabilities in a dynamic environment.
• Proficient in mathematical operations using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to follow written, oral, or diagram instructions with common sense understanding.

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