Tool & Die Maker

ABB • Saint Louis, MO

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Tool & Die Maker works onsite in St. Louis, Missouri, on the second shift. The role involves manufacturing, modifying, inspecting, troubleshooting, assembling, repairing, and testing tooling and die components to required tolerances. The position supports production continuity and responds to equipment breakdowns while contributing to tooling efficiency, continuous improvement, and scrap reduction. The role reports to Tony Hernandez; the posting also lists the Engineering Manager as the reporting position.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience as a Tool & Die Maker, with demonstrated expertise in toolroom and machining operations.
• Proficiency operating drills, lathes, milling machines, grinders, and other precision metalworking equipment.
• Strong knowledge of die assembly, die operation, troubleshooting, and repair in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to perform complex mathematical calculations using geometry, trigonometry, and algebra.
• Solid understanding of metallurgy and metal properties, including material selection and performance characteristics.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, including the ability to collaborate with engineers and machinists while working independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, CAD drawings, and design specifications to set up, manufacture, and modify tooling components to required tolerances.
• Operate, calibrate, and maintain toolroom equipment, including lathes, mills, grinders, and drills, to fabricate, repair, and finish tools and die components.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, assemble, repair, and test tools and dies to minimize downtime and support production continuity.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns.
• Drive continuous improvement, tooling efficiency, and scrap reduction initiatives.
• Maintain accurate records in SAP, follow standard repair procedures, and report recurring equipment issues.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed