Tool and Die Maker - Springfield, Ohio

We are seeking an experienced Tool and Die Maker to troubleshoot, repair, adjust, and maintain production stamping dies, tooling, and related equipment in a factory environment. This hands‑on role requires strong blueprint‑reading, machining, measurement, die‑troubleshooting, and safety skills, including lockout/tagout procedures.

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production dies, tools, and related components.
• Operate toolroom machinery, precision tools, and hand tools to build or repair parts.
• Lay out, fit, and assemble parts for cutting tools, jigs, fixtures, gauges, and other tooling.
• Read blueprints to determine required machining, layouts, and repair processes.
• Troubleshoot stamping dies, including blanking, forming, and drawing dies, both in the press and in the toolroom.
• Perform in‑press die, sensor, and tooling adjustments, troubleshooting, and changes.
• Repair and install die sensors and safety devices.
• Disassemble dies as needed to repair, sharpen, inspect clearances, and strengthen die attributes.
• Use precision and non‑precision measuring instruments to verify dimensions, clearances, alignments, and quality.
• Operate forklifts and overhead cranes safely.
• Follow lockout/tagout procedures when responding to press calls.
• Communicate effectively with other shifts, production supervisors, team leads, and production associates.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Perform all work with attention to safety and quality standards.
• Complete other related duties as assigned by the Toolroom Supervisor and management.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Prior experience in a manufacturing environment required.
• Preferably 5 to 10 years of tool and die experience.
• Experience operating lathes, mills, grinders, and other toolroom machinery required.
• Working knowledge of metal stamping dies and tooling, including blanking, forming, and drawing dies.
• Ability to understand die timing, pad travel, stripper and binder pad travel, pressures, and timing.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Working knowledge of mathematics as it relates to metal stamping dies and tooling.
• Ability to use precision and non‑precision measuring instruments and tools.
• Must provide personal measurement and hand tools needed to perform job duties.
• TIG welding experience in a toolroom environment is preferred but not required.
• Ability to communicate clearly verbally and in writing across shifts and production teams.
• Ability to frequently bend, stoop, stretch, and stand for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds continuously throughout an eight‐hour shift.
• Normal vision, hearing, hand‑eye coordination, and manual dexterity required.
• Must wear steel‑toed shoes and safety glasses while performing work.