Tool and Die Technician
About The Position
Milwaukee Electronics is a trusted electronics manufacturing services (EMS) partner with over 70 years of experience helping leading industrial and technology companies bring innovative products to market. We're looking for a skilled Tool and Die Technician who's equally at home behind a CAD screen and at the CNC machine. This is a hands-on role where you'll take tooling from concept to fabrication — designing precision dies, molds, jigs, and fixtures while working closely with our engineering and production teams to keep our manufacturing lines running at their best. If you like solving real problems, building things with your hands, and seeing the direct impact of your work on the shop floor, this one's for you.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- 3+ years of hands-on experience in tool and die making, precision machining, or a closely related field
- Demonstrated CNC operation experience (mill, lathe, or EDM) — able to set up and run parts with minimal supervision
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, including GD&T
- Working knowledge of CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar)
- Solid understanding of metalworking processes: tolerances, feeds and speeds, fixturing, and inspection
- Applicants must be U.S. Persons as defined by ITAR (U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, asylees, or refugees).
Nice To Haves
- Associate's degree, technical certificate, or completed apprenticeship in Tool and Die, Machining, or a related trade strongly preferred
- CAM software experience (Mastercam, Fusion 360, or similar)
- Familiarity with stamping, forming, or injection mold tooling
- Experience in a contract manufacturing or high-mix production environment
- Basic knowledge of metrology tools: calipers, micrometers, CMM, or optical comparators
Responsibilities
- Design dies, molds, jigs, fixtures, and other precision tooling using CAD software
- Develop drawings and specs that translate product requirements into manufacturable tooling
- Select appropriate materials, tolerances, and fabrication methods for each application
- Set up, operate, and program CNC mills, lathes, or EDM equipment to fabricate tooling components
- Write and edit CNC programs (G-code or CAM-generated) and adjust offsets/parameters for accurate machining
- Perform in-process inspections to verify dimensions and surface finish against print requirements
- Maintain machine cleanliness, tooling inventory, and basic preventive maintenance
- Troubleshoot tooling problems alongside production and engineering teams
- Support new product tooling builds from prototype through production release
- Recommend improvements to reduce downtime, scrap, and cycle time
- Maintain accurate tooling records including revision history, maintenance logs, and inspection reports
- Follow all quality procedures and safety protocols on the shop floor
Benefits
- We do not provide sponsorship support for employment-based visas such as H-1B.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
