Junior Tool & Die Technician
About The Position
North American Stamping is expanding and looking to hire a Junior Tool & Die Technician to join their team. The company has experienced significant annual sales growth and is a leading Tier II automotive stamping and assembly supplier. This position is responsible for maintaining and repairing plant production equipment, support equipment, and building-related assets, ensuring all equipment is ready to run at peak efficiency. The role involves assisting licensed Toolmakers with various aspects of die maintenance, repair, and assembly, as well as performing basic machining and inspection tasks under supervision. The company emphasizes continuous improvement and provides on-the-job training.
Requirements
- Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrated experience in safe material handling practices
- Ability to operate basic manual machine tools such as mills, lathes, surface grinders, and drill presses.
- Familiarity with measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers, height gauges) and basic inspection techniques.
- Basic machining, deburring, polishing, and fitting skills under supervision.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Ability to follow written instructions, engineering drawings, and safety procedures.
- Willingness to learn and work closely with licensed Toolmakers and other team members.
- Team player with a proactive approach to organization, cleanliness, and continuous improvement.
- Basic computer skills for entering data and completing documentation.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in a manufacturing or toolroom environment
- Knowledge of preventative maintenance procedures for tooling and dies
Responsibilities
- Assist licensed Toolmakers with die assembly, disassembly, cleaning, and maintenance.
- Prepare tooling components for fitting, polishing, and spotting.
- Maintain organization and cleanliness of the toolroom, benches, and storage areas.
- Transport tools, components, and materials between workstations as required.
- Operate basic manual machines such as mills, lathes, surface grinders, and drill presses.
- Perform rough machining, deburring, and basic surface finishing under supervision.
- Measure components using calipers, micrometers, and height gauges to verify dimensions.
- Assist with cutting, fitting, and modifying steel components as directed by senior Toolmakers.
- Support routine tool maintenance schedules — cleaning dies, replacing wear components, and lubricating moving parts.
- Record tool conditions and report damage or wear to supervisors promptly.
- Assist with changeovers and setup for production trials when required.
- Prepare die components for assembly, including alignment, spotting, and tryout assistance.
- Help install springs, dowels, and fasteners in accordance with tool drawings or supervisor direction.
- Support tool build projects by performing repetitive or secondary assembly tasks.
- Follow established work instructions and safety procedures.
- Complete inspection sheets and data entries for tool components.
- Assist in documenting tool modifications and part tracking for engineering.
- Maintain toolroom supplies and inventory (e.g., cutters, abrasives, hardware).
- Support loading/unloading of tooling for shipment or repair.
- Perform general housekeeping and 5S activities in the department.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and training.
Benefits
- The most competitive pay in the industry based upon your skill level
- A full benefits package
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
