Tool & Die Maker

Join a Growing Automotive Manufacturing Team

A large, stable automotive manufacturer is expanding its Tool & Die Department and is looking to add multiple Tool & Die Makers to its team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys machining, welding, troubleshooting, and working with tooling in a high-volume production environment. You'll join a team of long-tenured professionals who take pride in their work, support one another, and understand the critical role tooling plays in keeping production moving.

If you're looking for a long-term career with strong leadership, job stability, and opportunities to continue developing your skills, we'd like to talk with you.

What You'll Do

As a Tool & Die Maker, you'll be responsible for maintaining, repairing, troubleshooting, and improving tooling used in a large-scale automotive stamping operation.

This is not a custom machine shop where you'll spend days or weeks working on a single project. Instead, you'll be part of a fast-paced environment where priorities shift throughout the day based on production needs. Success in this role requires the ability to manage multiple repairs, adapt quickly, and focus on the highest-impact work first.

Responsibilities include:

• Repairing and maintaining stamping dies and related equipment
• Troubleshooting tooling issues that impact production
• Performing preventative maintenance on dies and tooling systems
• Operating manual machining equipment including mills, lathes, drill presses, and surface grinders
• Setting up and operating CNC machining equipment
• Welding and fabricating tooling components as needed
• Assisting with die changes and supporting production operations
• Reading blueprints, prints, and measuring parts using precision instruments
• Working with maintenance, production, and engineering teams to resolve tooling challenges
• Contributing ideas for continuous improvement and process optimization

What We're Looking For

We understand that great candidates come from different backgrounds. Not every applicant will have experience in every area, and the company is willing to invest in the right person.

Ideal candidates will have experience in some or most of the following:

• Tool & Die Making
• Die repair or die maintenance
• Manual machining (mills, lathes, grinders, drill presses)
• CNC setup and operation
• MIG, TIG, or ARC welding
• Blueprint reading
• Mechanical troubleshooting
• Automotive manufacturing or metal stamping operations

Strong Candidates Will Be:

• Mechanically inclined and eager to learn
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment
• Able to manage multiple projects at once
• Team-oriented and coachable
• Positive and professional when receiving feedback or training
• Dependable and committed to long-term success

Bonus Experience

The following are not required but would be considered strong advantages:

• Progressive die experience
• Stamping die repair experience
• CAD experience
• Automotive Class A surface experience
• Knowledge of tandem and blanking operations

About the Operation

This facility operates a high-volume automotive stamping environment that produces parts for the automotive industry.

The tooling department supports:

• 10 stamping presses
• Robotic tandem press lines
• Blanking operations
• Progressive stamping processes
• Automotive Class A surface production

Materials commonly processed include:

• Cold rolled steel
• Galvanized steel

The machine shop is intentionally streamlined and equipped with reliable, proven equipment including:

• Manual mills
• Manual lathes
• Surface grinders
• Drill presses
• 2-axis CNC machining equipment
• 3-axis CNC machining equipment

Training & Development

The company believes in investing in people.

If you're strong in machining but need additional welding experience, or vice versa, training opportunities are available. In some cases, the company may assist with vocational or trade school training to help employees strengthen their technical skill set and continue advancing their careers.

The leadership team is committed to developing employees and helping individuals build upon their strengths.

Why People Stay

This organization has built a reputation for stability, leadership, and long-term careers.

Employees appreciate:

• A strong team culture with experienced coworkers
• Leadership that supports employee growth and development
• Consistent work and long-term job security
• Opportunities for overtime when desired
• A collaborative environment where strengths are recognized and utilized

Many members of the Tool & Die team have built long careers with the company, creating a culture centered around teamwork, accountability, and craftsmanship.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay based on experience
• Overtime opportunities available
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Retirement savings program with company contribution
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Career development opportunities
• Long-term employment stability

3 Ways to Apply:

1. Submit your resume to this post.

2. Email your resume to me directly at: Abigail.Legner@ExpressPros.com

3. Call me to discuss: 217-819-3287