Tool & Die Maker

Builds, repairs, modifies, and maintains precision dies, tools, gauges, and metal components using conventional and CNC machining equipment to meet engineering specifications and manufacturing tolerances.

Job Requirements

• Previous experience as a Tool & Die Maker, Toolmaker, Die Maker, or in a similar precision machining role.

• Experience setting up and operating lathes, milling machines, presses, CNC machines, and surface grinders.

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, technical specifications, and machining instructions.

• Knowledge of metalworking, precision machining, tooling fabrication, and die construction and repair.

• Experience manufacturing and repairing dies, gauges, fixtures, and machine components.

• Proficiency with precision measuring equipment, including calipers, micrometers, gauges, and scales.

• Knowledge of dimensional tolerances, measurement techniques, and machining specifications.

• Understanding of shop mathematics, threads, bolts, screws, and standard mechanical hardware.

• Experience adjusting and maintaining machine shop equipment.

• Knowledge of machining safety procedures and manufacturing quality standards.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with CNC machining and precision tooling fabrication.

• Experience constructing and repairing fixed, adjustable, and template gauges.

• Knowledge of die maintenance, tooling modifications, and precision grinding.

• Experience troubleshooting tooling failures and machining defects.

• Familiarity with complex machining setups and tight-tolerance components.

• Experience implementing continuous improvement initiatives in a machine shop environment.

• Experience providing technical training to new machinists or toolmakers.

Job Responsibilities

• Build, repair, modify, and maintain precision dies, tools, gauges, and metal machine components.

• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and technical specifications to determine machining requirements.

• Set up, operate, adjust, and maintain lathes, milling machines, presses, CNC equipment, and surface grinders.

• Machine, shape, grind, and finish metal components to specified dimensions and tolerances.

• Fabricate and maintain dies, fixtures, and fixed, adjustable, and template gauges.

• Select appropriate cutting tools, workholding equipment, and machining parameters for assigned operations.

• Measure and inspect machined components using calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other precision instruments.

• Verify finished tooling and components meet engineering drawings and quality requirements.

• Troubleshoot tooling issues, dimensional discrepancies, and machining equipment problems.

• Perform adjustments, repairs, and modifications to existing dies and tooling.

• Apply shop mathematics and knowledge of threads, fasteners, and mechanical components during machining operations.

• Plan machining sequences, tooling requirements, and equipment setups to complete assigned projects.

• Perform routine maintenance and inspections of machine shop tools and equipment.

• Support continuous improvement projects focused on tooling performance, machining accuracy, and manufacturing efficiency.

• Provide technical training to new employees on tooling and machining procedures as needed.

• Maintain clean and organized workstations and follow established manufacturing safety procedures.

Pay Details: $22.00 to $35.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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