CNC Tooling and Die Repair Specialist

Worthington Manufacturing • Chilton, WI

2d • $35 • Onsite

About The Position

Your craft keeps production moving—join us on third shift You care about precision, pride, and problem-solving. At Worthington Enterprises (Chilton, WI), you’ll apply those strengths to maintain and improve press tooling in a union environment—safely, collaboratively, and with a continuous improvement mindset. Why this role matters Every perfect part starts with a reliable die. You’ll restore edges, correct timing, machine replacement components, and fine-tune setups so our teams hit Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost targets night after night.

Requirements

• 2–5 years in machining or tool & die (required)
• Demonstrated die maintenance: sharpening, repair, grinding, timing, and modifications (required)
• Ability to read complex prints and fabricate parts accordingly (required)
• Independent work style with capacity to juggle multiple machines/tasks
• Metric/English conversion fluency
• Hands-on involvement with tooling changeovers; troubleshoot press startups and quality criteria
• Participation in new-tool tryouts; verify sample conformity
• Analytical problem-solving, urgency, and customer orientation
• Professional written and verbal communication; strong computer skills
• Lift up to 35 lbs; maintain clean and orderly conditions
• High school diploma or equivalent

Nice To Haves

• Machinist certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Safety leadership—model safe work every time and follow all LOTO procedures.
• Die expertise—disassemble, repair, reassemble, and perform preventative maintenance on tooling and fixtures.
• Precision machining—run lathes, mills, and surface grinders; replicate or modify parts with/without blueprints.
• Process stability—set up, troubleshoot, and perform advanced adjustments to sustain quality output to ±0.0005".
• Collaboration—work across maintenance, electrical, engineering, quality, and production.
• Improvement—engage in CI and automation projects to remove waste and elevate performance.
• Professionalism—keep the area clean, complete documentation, and communicate clearly at all levels.

Benefits

• Third shift: 10:00 pm – 6:00 am; 8–10 hours per day; weekends as needed
• Training available on first or second shift
• Compensation tied to Maintenance Mechanic 4 skill level and experience (up to $35/hour)
• $1.50/hour shift differential
• $5,000 sign-on bonus
• Day-one medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Supportive, growth-oriented culture with on-site barber/hair salon and fitness center

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED