Tool and Die Maker

Surge Staffing•Brunswick, OH

16h

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Journeyman Tool & Die Maker with a strong background in progressive stamping dies, die building, troubleshooting, repair, and precision machining. This role builds, assembles, maintains, repairs, and troubleshoots progressive stamping dies while collaborating with production and engineering teams to minimize downtime and improve manufacturing processes. The successful candidate takes pride in precision workmanship, solves complex tooling problems, and supports reliable die performance, part quality, and production efficiency. Strong communication, independent problem-solving, and continuous-improvement skills are important.

Requirements

Journeyman Tool and Die Maker experience or equivalent hands-on toolroom experience.
Strong working knowledge of progressive stamping dies, including building, assembly, troubleshooting, and repair.
Experience with progressive die tryout, die adjustments, and troubleshooting stamping process issues.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and GD&T specifications.
Proficiency operating manual machine tools, including mills, lathes, surface grinders, and drill presses.
Experience using precision measuring equipment to verify dimensions and tolerances.
Knowledge of precision fitting, grinding, tool steels, and heat treatment.
Strong mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting skills, and attention to detail.
Commitment to workplace safety, quality standards, and teamwork.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with CNC machining and wire EDM.
Experience implementing tooling improvements to increase productivity and reduce downtime.
Ability to identify root causes of stamped-part defects and recommend effective corrective actions.
Experience in a metal stamping, automotive, or precision manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Build, assemble, maintain, repair, and troubleshoot progressive stamping dies.
Diagnose die and tooling problems, determine root causes of part defects, and implement corrective actions.
Perform die tryouts, adjustments, precision fitting, and repairs to support optimal performance and consistent part quality.
Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, GD&T specifications, and dimensional requirements.
Operate manual machine tools, including mills, lathes, surface grinders, and drill presses.
Use precision measuring instruments to verify dimensions, tolerances, clearances, and finished components.
Perform precision grinding, fitting, rework, and tooling modifications as needed.
Work with production and engineering personnel to resolve tooling issues, reduce downtime, and improve die performance.
Identify opportunities to improve processes, tooling reliability, and stamped-part quality.
Apply knowledge of tool steels, heat treatment, grinding, and material properties to support tooling performance and durability.
Use CNC machining and wire EDM processes as needed to support toolroom operations.
Follow established safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized, and efficient work area.