Tool & Die Maker/Repair

Flex-N-Gate • Grand Rapids, MI

15h • $35

About The Position

The Tool Maker builds, repairs, and maintains precision tools, dies, fixtures, and molds used in automotive-component production. The role requires craftsmanship, attention to detail, and the ability to work from engineering drawings and specifications to produce tooling that meets exacting standards. In coordination with Engineering, Production, and Maintenance teams, the Tool Maker helps ensure tooling supports efficient, safe, and high-quality manufacturing operations.

This is a third-shift position, 9:00 p.m. to 5:30 a.m., Sunday through Thursday. Some travel and after-hours on-call availability by cell phone may be required. The work takes place in an industrial manufacturing environment and may involve exposure to sparks, dust, oil, high noise, vibration, flashing lights, moving mechanical parts, odors, fumes, or airborne particles. The position may require overtime, including weekends, and use of personal protective equipment. Employees must follow safety procedures and maintain a safe, orderly tool-room work area.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Completion of a Tool & Die apprenticeship program or equivalent technical training.
• At least 3 years of experience as a Tool Maker, preferably in an automotive or high-volume manufacturing environment.

Nice To Haves

• Provincial Trade License or equivalent experience.
• Experience in an automotive or high-volume manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture new tools, dies, jigs, fixtures, and molds based on blueprints or CAD designs.
• Repair and maintain existing tooling to support performance and minimize production downtime.
• Operate manual and CNC machines, including lathes, mills, surface grinders, and EDM machines.
• Use micrometers, calipers, and gauges to verify dimensions.
• Interpret technical drawings, CAD files, and work instructions.
• Provide timely tooling solutions to support production teams.
• Comply with quality systems and procedures.
• Build dies from blueprints, drawings, last-off status cards, and supervisor lineups.
• Work with other departments to resolve tooling problems.
• Maintain good housekeeping in the tool-room work area.
• Work and dress safely, use appropriate protective equipment, and operate machinery and equipment safely.
• Follow all Health and Safety procedures.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, prescription, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Flexible spending account.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
• Safety training, new-hire orientation, and continuous learning and development programs.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Paid holidays and vacation time.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED