Tool & Die Maker II, III
About The Position
dormakaba is seeking a First Shift Tool & Die Maker II based in Indianapolis, Indiana. The role works from blueprints and sketches to create or modify prototypes, tools, dies, jigs, fixtures, and molds. It also builds and repairs custom machine shop tools using machining equipment and measuring instruments. The hourly hiring range is $27–$36, with base pay determined by factors including education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, and market data. Overtime may be mandatory as needed. The position includes a competitive benefits package and a $2,000 sign-on bonus, with details provided during the interview. The role operates machines, performs advanced quality inspections, troubleshoots equipment, and uses precision measuring instruments for tool setup and complex tool changes. It also involves using hand tools and operating lathes, grinders, milling and boring machines, and related equipment; designing fixtures, jigs, and templates as fabrication work aids; training and developing others; and performing daily 5S housekeeping. The job is based in a manufacturing environment. The physical demands include sitting or standing at will; walking, stooping, crouching, kneeling, climbing, and balancing; using hands and fingers for grasping and fine manipulation; pushing, pulling, reaching, and lifting or carrying up to 50 pounds; using vision for close, distance, color, and peripheral perception and depth adjustment; and communicating and maneuvering effectively in the work environment. Reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Proficiency in the machine shop Tool & Die trade.
- Ability to perform advanced quality inspections.
Nice To Haves
- Previous Tool & Die internship, apprenticeship or journeyman experience, or related education or training.
- Lean skills.
- Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) experience.
Responsibilities
- Work from blueprints and sketches to create or modify prototypes, tools, dies, jigs, fixtures, and molds.
- Build and repair custom machine shop tools using machining equipment and measuring instruments.
- Operate machines, perform advanced quality inspections, and troubleshoot equipment.
- Use precision measuring instruments for tool setup and perform complex tool changes.
- Use hand tools and operate lathes, grinders, milling and boring machines, and related equipment.
- Design fixtures, jigs, and templates to use as fabrication work aids.
- Train and develop others.
- Perform daily 5S housekeeping.
Benefits
- Competitive benefits package.
- $2,000 sign-on bonus; details provided during interview.
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance coverage options starting on day one, with no waiting periods.
- Medical Wellness Programs.
- Vacation and personal time off.
- Parental Leave for moms and dads.
- 401(k) matching beginning on day one.
- Tuition Reimbursement Program.
- Learn and Grow Program supporting internal advancement.
- Access to over 15,000 LinkedIn Learning courses.
- Employee Assistance Programs.
- Voluntary Legal Insurance.
- Unlimited Referral Reward Bonuses.
- Corporate discounts for shopping, travel, and more.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
