Tool Shop Technician

Freudenberg • Necedah, WI

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Working at Freudenberg: We will wow your world! This role is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and building production tooling, jigs, fixtures, and specialized equipment to ensure operations run at peak performance. The technician will also create and refine tooling designs, diagnose issues, and implement solutions to minimize downtime and scrap. Collaboration with Engineering, Production, and Quality is key for supporting new tooling development and continuous improvement. The role involves tracking and documenting tooling performance and training operators on equipment usage. This position also supports continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Tool & Die, Manufacturing Technology, or related program (or currently completing your program—graduates encouraged to apply!).
• Hands-on experience (school, internship, or work) with tooling, machining, or mechanical systems.
• Ability to read blueprints, technical drawings, and/or CAD designs.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with a problem-solving mindset and attention to detail.
• Basic knowledge of tooling construction, maintenance, or repair processes (steel rule die experience a plus).
• Willingness to learn, adapt, and grow in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Team-oriented mindset with strong communication skills and pride in craftsmanship.

Nice To Haves

• Steel rule die experience

Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and build production tooling, jigs, fixtures, and specialized equipment to keep operations running at peak performance.
• Create and refine tooling designs using sketches and CAD to improve performance, quality, and efficiency.
• Diagnose tooling issues and implement creative, hands-on solutions to minimize downtime and scrap.
• Partner with Engineering, Production, and Quality to support new tooling development and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Track and document tooling performance, maintenance history, and critical setup parameters.
• Train and support operators on proper setup and use of tooling and equipment.
• Support continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives, including GROWTTH and quality-driven programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree