Tool & Die Maker

Hansen Corporation•Princeton, IN

8h•Onsite

About The Position

At Hansen Corporation, an ElectroCraft Company, we value craftsmanship, teamwork, safety, and continuous improvement. The Tool & Die Maker is responsible for planning, building, modifying, repairing, and maintaining a wide variety of tools, dies, jigs, fixtures, and gauges to precise tolerances. This position requires strong mechanical aptitude, precision workmanship, and the ability to interpret blueprints and specifications. The Tool & Die Maker supports both toolroom operations and production needs, including troubleshooting and maintaining tooling used on automated manufacturing equipment. Hansen Corporation, an ElectroCraft company, specializes in synchronous motors and DC motor production as part of the ElectroCraft family of motion control products that provide dependable, application-engineered fractional-horsepower motors and motion control products.

Requirements

Completion of a two-year post-secondary Machine Trades, Tool & Die, or related technical program; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum of three (3) years of hands-on Tool & Die Maker experience in a manufacturing environment.
Strong mechanical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
Ability to maintain close tolerances and produce high-quality work.

Nice To Haves

Utilize Mastercam or similar CAD/CAM software when applicable

Responsibilities

Plan, build, alter, repair, and maintain tools, dies, jigs, fixtures, and gauges to required specifications and tolerances.
Set up and operate toolroom machinery, including mills, lathes, grinders, drills, and other related equipment.
Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, sketches, and specifications with strong attention to detail.
Perform skilled fitting, timing, aligning, and adjusting of tooling components.
Conduct tool and die tryouts; evaluate performance and determine proper metal flow in dies.
Diagnose tooling problems, identify root causes, and make corrective repairs or adjustments to minimize downtime.
Support production floor operations by repairing, troubleshooting, and maintaining tooling and automated equipment as needed.
Work closely with supervisors, engineers, maintenance personnel, and production team members to meet quality, safety, and production goals.
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area while following all company safety procedures.
Utilize Mastercam or similar CAD/CAM software when applicable (preferred).
Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.