A family-owned metal stamping operation with decades of stability is hiring multiple Tool & Die Makers to support high-tonnage presses and large, complex dies. This role is hands-on, production-focused, and critical to keeping presses running and customers happy.
Tool& Die Maker Benefits and Compensation:
Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 3:30 PM–2:00 AM
Shift differential- $0.60 then $1 after 90 days
Attendance bonus added to hourly pay
Annual bonus paid at year-end
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company contribution
Paid time off and holidays
Long-term stability with clear apprenticeship and advancement paths
Company events, cookouts, and milestone celebrations
Tool & Die Maker Requirements & Qualifications:
Experience building, repairing, and maintaining stamping dies
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and GD&T
Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
Experience using precision measuring tools
Comfortable working directly with production and press operators
Willingness to work on-site in a manufacturing environment
Ability to pass background check and drug screening
Must haves:
Troubleshoot tooling and press-related issues to minimize downtime
Perform layout, fitting, grinding, and assembly of die components
Support medium-to-large dies used in high-tonnage stamping
Make on-the-fly tooling adjustments during production runs
Document die repairs, maintenance, and tooling changes
Tool & Die Maker Preferred Background & Skills:
Experience in metal stamping environments
Exposure to large or complex dies
Background supporting progressive or transfer dies
TIG Welding experience
Interest in long-term growth through apprenticeship or lead roles