05021 - Tool & Die Maker – Manual Machining
About The Position
We are seeking an experienced Tool & Die Maker with a strong background in traditional manual machining, tool building, fixture fabrication, and tool and die repair. This hands-on tool shop position involves building, modifying, repairing, and maintaining tools, dies, molds, jigs, and fixtures. The ideal candidate will have broad manual machining skills and a thorough understanding of the complete toolmaking process. The selected candidate will work from blueprints and technical drawings, troubleshoot tooling problems, perform precision machining, and build or repair tooling with minimal supervision. Candidates should bring direct toolmaking and repair experience beyond CNC production machine operation. This is a full-time, direct-hire position performed onsite in Erlanger, Kentucky. The salary range is $68,000–$100,000 annually, depending on experience. The work takes place in an onsite tool shop and manual machining environment. It involves tools, dies, molds, jigs, fixtures, and machine components, as well as tooling disassembly, repair, reassembly, inspection, and troubleshooting. The role combines independent work with collaboration among shop team members.
Requirements
- Proven experience as a Tool & Die Maker or Toolmaker.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience machining, building, modifying, or repairing tools, dies, jigs, and fixtures.
- Strong hands-on manual machining experience.
- Thorough knowledge of machine-shop practices, machining principles, and machine tool operations.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.
- Experience using precision measuring tools such as micrometers, calipers, and height gauges.
- Working knowledge of shop mathematics, handbook formulas, and trigonometry.
- Strong mechanical aptitude.
- Welding and fabrication skills.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Good verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to work onsite in Erlanger, Kentucky.
Nice To Haves
- Broad toolroom experience spanning tool building, modification, maintenance, and repair.
- Experience as a Journeyman Tool & Die Maker, Tooling Technician, or Jig & Fixture Maker.
- Extensive manual machining experience involving precision tooling and fixtures.
Responsibilities
- Use manual machining equipment to build and modify fixtures, tools, and machine components.
- Build, repair, modify, and maintain tools, dies, molds, jigs, and fixtures.
- Disassemble tooling and fixtures, complete necessary repairs, and reassemble components.
- Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.
- Perform drilling, tapping, deburring, and other manual machining operations.
- Perform welding and fabrication work as required.
- Inspect completed tools and dies for damage, imperfections, fit, and proper operation.
- Plan machining and repair processes and determine appropriate next steps.
- Adjust machining parameters as necessary to produce parts within specifications.
- Use precision measuring instruments, including micrometers, calipers, height gauges, scales, and tape measures.
- Test and inspect equipment, tooling, and machines to ensure proper setup and operation.
- Troubleshoot mechanical and tooling issues.
- Maintain tools, equipment, and a clean, organized work area.
- Work independently and collaboratively with other members of the shop team.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
