Tool and Die Maker

ASSA ABLOY•New Haven, CT

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Sargent Manufacturing is a market leader in commercial door hardware. The company's customer base includes commercial construction, institutional and industrial markets. Included in our product offerings are windstorm certified locks, hardwired and wireless access control devices, designer levers and antimicrobial hardware coating. The Tool & Die Maker is responsible for designing, building, altering, and repairing a full range of tools, dies, jigs, and fixtures to support efficient, cost‑effective, and high‑quality production. This role requires advanced machining skills, blueprint interpretation, and the ability to work to extremely close tolerances while maintaining a strong focus on safety and quality. This position will sit onsite in New Haven, CT fulltime reporting into the Profit Center Manager.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Completion of a formal apprenticeship required in order to be considered for this role.
3–5 years of experience working as a Tool & Die Maker.
Ability to lift, move, or handle materials up to 35 lbs.
Strong mathematical skills.
Advanced blueprint reading and interpretation skills.
Ability to solve complex machining and tooling problems.
Capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
Ability to make sound judgments related to quality and safety.

Responsibilities

Design, fabricate, alter, and repair production tools, dies, jigs, fixtures, and gauges.
Interpret complex blueprints, drawings, specifications, plan and sequence operations accordingly.
Set up, operate, and perform tool changes on a variety of machine equipment.
Perform unusual or complex machine setups as required.
Produce high‑quality tools and components while working to very close tolerances.
Inspect finished tools and parts and determine conformance to quality standards.
Perform mathematical calculations involving dimensions, angles, radii, and allowances for bending and forming.
Plan and support die development activities.
Conduct preventive maintenance, equipment adjustments, and alignments.
Sharpen tools and perform soldering, brazing, and heat‑treating operations as needed.
Recommend design or drawing improvements to facilitate manufacturability.
Advise and guide other Tool & Die Makers as needed.
Follow all company safety rules and maintain good housekeeping practices.
Report unusual conditions and perform additional duties assigned.