Junior Tool & Die Technician

North-American-Stamping-Group; Woodstock; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Competitive pay

Growth opportunities

Job summary

North American Stamping Group in Woodstock, Ontario is seeking a Junior Tool & Die Technician to join our team. The role focuses on assisting toolmakers, maintaining toolroom equipment, and ensuring die components are prepared and documented for production.

You will work closely with engineering, production, and quality teams, performing basic machining, inspections, and preventive maintenance while following safety procedures and 5S guidelines.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing or toolroom environment is an asset; on-the-job training provided.
• Able to follow engineering drawings and safety procedures.
• Willingness to learn and work with licensed Toolmakers.

Responsibilities

• Assist licensed Toolmakers with die assembly, disassembly, cleaning, and maintenance.
• Operate basic manual machines such as mills, lathes, surface grinders, and drill presses.
• Support preventive maintenance and tool modifications as directed.
• Maintain toolroom organization and record tool conditions.

Skills

Communication skills

Safety practices

Machining basics

Measuring instruments

Team player

Job description

Come grow with us ... North American Stamping is expanding and looking to hire. We are looking for a Junior Tool & Die Technician to join our team! Regular hours are 7:00am to 3:30pm.

Your success is our success… Our sales have grown annually at a compounded rate of 18.0% for the last eight years, tripling our business, while making us one of the largest leading Tier II automotive stamping and assembly suppliers.

What you get in return…The most competitive pay in the industry based upon your skill level, along with a full benefits package.

Position summary:

The maintenance technician is responsible for maintaining and repairing plant production equipment, support equipment and building related assets. Primary duty is to ensure that all related equipment is always ready to run at peak efficiency and to facilitate preventative, predictive and general maintenance and complete repairs when deficiencies are found. Works with engineering, production and quality departments to support internal and external customers.

The position duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Assist licensed Toolmakers with die assembly, disassembly, cleaning, and maintenance.
• Prepare tooling components for fitting, polishing, and spotting.
• Maintain organization and cleanliness of the toolroom, benches, and storage areas.
• Transport tools, components, and materials between workstations as required.
• Operate basic manual machines such as mills, lathes, surface grinders, and drill presses.
• Perform rough machining, deburring, and basic surface finishing under supervision.
• Measure components using calipers, micrometers, and height gauges to verify dimensions.
• Assist with cutting, fitting, and modifying steel components as directed by senior Toolmakers.
• Support routine tool maintenance schedules — cleaning dies, replacing wear components, and lubricating moving parts.
• Record tool conditions and report damage or wear to supervisors promptly.
• Assist with changeovers and setup for production trials when required.
• Prepare die components for assembly, including alignment, spotting, and tryout assistance.
• Help install springs, dowels, and fasteners in accordance with tool drawings or supervisor direction.
• Support tool build projects by performing repetitive or secondary assembly tasks.
• Follow established work instructions and safety procedures.
• Complete inspection sheets and data entries for tool components.
• Assist in documenting tool modifications and part tracking for engineering
• Maintain toolroom supplies and inventory (e.g., cutters, abrasives, hardware).
• Support loading/unloading of tooling for shipment or repair.
• Perform general housekeeping and 5S activities in the department.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and training.

Qualifications we are looking for include, but are not limited to:

• Previous experience in a manufacturing or toolroom environment is an asset, but not mandatory; on-the-job training will be provided.
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated experience in safe material handling practices
• Ability to operate basic manual machine tools such as mills, lathes, surface grinders, and drill presses.
• Familiarity with measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers, height gauges) and basic inspection techniques.
• Basic machining, deburring, polishing, and fitting skills under supervision.
• Knowledge of preventative maintenance procedures for tooling and dies is an advantage. Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to follow written instructions, engineering drawings, and safety procedures.
• Willingness to learn and work closely with licensed Toolmakers and other team members.
• Team player with a proactive approach to organization, cleanliness, and continuous improvement.
• Basic computer skills for entering data and completing documentation.

North American Stamping Group is a privately held company founded in 1978. We continue to explore the most innovative processes and technologies to stay on the leading edge of the automotive industry. Our strategic locations within North America allows us the manufacturing footprint to cover you in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. NASG is an industry leader in the manufacturing of stampings and automated assemblies. A Tier II supplier of components, systems, and aftermarket products for the automotive industry with a core business market consisting of seating, ride control, exhaust components, heat shields, noise, vibration and harness (NVH), chassis and structural and window regulators.

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview, or selection process, please contact Human Resources.