Tool Die Maker

Job Description

Position: Tool & Die Toolmaker III

Location: Minneapolis, MN

Pay Rate: $33 + Depending on experience

Job Type: Full-Time Temp-to-Hire or Direct Hire (for highly qualified candidates)

Shift Options:

1st Shift: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

2nd Shift: Available as an option

Overtime: Available and optional

Training may occur on 1st shift prior to moving to 2nd shift if needed

Position Summary:

A precision metal manufacturing company is seeking a Tool & Die Toolmaker III with at least 6 years of hands-on experience in tool and die making. The ideal candidate will have experience with semi-permanent dies, layout work, and proficiency in short-run stamping and progressive die operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Plan, design, construct, and repair a wide range of intricate tools, dies, jigs, gauges, and fixtures to extremely close tolerances.

Perform complex development work and fabricate tools without pre-existing designs.

Select allowances and develop mechanical details.

Execute high-precision fitting, adjusting, and timing of tools and machines.

Handle multi-station progressive dies, intricate compound dies, sub-press dies, and complex indexing milling fixtures.

Operate all standard tool room equipment, including CAD/KEY systems, CNC lathes, and emerging technologies.

Interpret complex technical drawings and sketches.

Utilize advanced shop mathematics and precision measuring instruments.

Demonstrate high-level trade skills and thorough knowledge of machining practices.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Must own or be willing to purchase necessary hand and inspection tools upon hiring.

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Preferred Qualifications:

7+ years of toolmaking experience

Expertise in progressive die tooling

Certificate or degree in CNC / Machine Tool Technology (or equivalent)

Benefits:

401(k) with employer matching

Health and life insurance

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Additional Details:

The facility operates two shifts:

1st Shift: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM

2nd Shift: 3:30 PM – Midnight

Training typically begins on 1st shift; employees may transition to 2nd shift after training.

A $1.00/hour shift differential is provided for 2nd shift.

Overtime may be required

Opportunities for weekday and Saturday overtime work.Company Description

Midwest Staffing Group has been providing our clients in the Minneapolis and St. Paul metro area with talent since 1990, with a recent expansion to Fargo, North Dakota in 2022. Midwest Staffing Group offers full-service contract, contract to hire, direct placement staffing and recruiting solutions.

Full-time