Tool & Die Technician--3rd Shift

Gibbs Die Casting Corp•Henderson, KY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

If you take pride in precision work and enjoy solving mechanical problems, put your skills to work as a Tool & Die Technician. You’ll work hands-on with complex die casting and trim dies, keeping critical tooling in top condition so production can keep moving and customers receive quality parts.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
1+ year of experience in a machine shop, manufacturing, or plumbing environment.
Ability to read blueprints and work with precision measurements.
Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
A willingness to learn and pursue a Journeyman or Apprenticeship program.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S.; no sponsorship available.

Nice To Haves

Experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, or die casting preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform preventive maintenance, repairs, and rebuilds on casting and trim dies.
Tear down, refurbish, and rebuild dies to improve performance and reliability.
Machine and modify components using lathes, mills, and grinders.
Troubleshoot cooling line blockages, leaks, material defects, and other tooling issues.
Install and maintain die cooling systems using blueprints and die specifications.
Perform TIG welding and precision tool repairs.
Use hand tools, pneumatic tools, and sandblasting equipment to restore tooling.
Document maintenance and repairs and work both in the toolroom and on the production floor.