Tool and Die Maker

Wainbee; Mount Forest; On-site; CAD 51,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

Stable manufacturing environment

Career growth and advancement

Comprehensive health and safety

Job summary

Wainbee in Mount Forest, ON is seeking a skilled Tool & Die Maker for the afternoon shift. You will build, repair, and maintain dies and tooling, troubleshoot issues, and support stamping operations.

The role requires experience with metal stamping dies, press equipment, and precision measuring tools; reading blueprints and CAD specs is essential. Overtime opportunities and a stable manufacturing environment are offered.

Qualifications

• Valid Tool & Die Maker Certificate (430A) or equivalent trade qualification.
• Minimum 35 years of experience in manufacturing or stamping.
• Strong knowledge of metal stamping dies and press operations.
• Experience reading blueprints and technical drawings.
• Experience with precision measuring instruments.

Responsibilities

• Build, repair, maintain, and modify dies, tools, jigs, fixtures, and gauges.
• Troubleshoot tooling issues to minimize downtime.
• Perform preventative maintenance on dies and tooling.
• Set up, adjust, and maintain tooling for stamping and press ops.
• Inspect tooling for wear and recommend repairs/replacements.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings/CAD specs.

Skills

Metal stamping dies

Tooling maintenance

Troubleshooting

Precision measurement

Reading blueprints

Independent work

Education

Tool & Die Maker Certificate (430A)

Tools

CAD drawings

Job description

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionTool & Die Maker

Position: Tool & Die Maker
Location: Mount Forest, ON
Shift: Afternoon Shift
Pay Rate: $44.00/hour

We are seeking a skilled Tool & Die Maker to join our manufacturing team. The successful candidate will be responsible for building, maintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting tooling, dies, jigs, fixtures, and production equipment to support efficient manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will have experience working with metal stamping dies, press equipment, and precision measuring instruments in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Build, repair, maintain, and modify dies, tools, jigs, fixtures, and gauges.
• Troubleshoot and repair tooling issues to minimize production downtime.
• Perform preventative maintenance on dies and tooling to maximize performance and lifespan.
• Set up, adjust, and maintain tooling for stamping and press operations.
• Inspect tooling for wear and recommend repairs or replacements.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and CAD specifications.
• Operate manual machine shop equipment including lathes, milling machines, grinders, drill presses, and surface grinders.
• Use precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, height gauges, and bore gauges.
• Perform die tryouts and support production during tooling changeovers.
• Assist in continuous improvement initiatives to improve tooling efficiency and product quality.
• Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and production teams to resolve tooling issues.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and complete work orders.
• Ensure compliance with workplace health and safety procedures and company policies.

• Valid Tool & Die Maker Certificate (430A) or equivalent trade qualification.
• Minimum 35 years of experience in a manufacturing or stamping environment.
• Strong knowledge of metal stamping dies and press operations.
• Experience troubleshooting tooling and die issues.
• Ability to read blueprints and technical drawings.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with precision measuring instruments.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada.

• Experience with progressive and transfer dies.
• Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Welding and machining experience is an asset.
• Familiarity with CNC machining and EDM equipment is an asset.
• Strong understanding of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement principles.

• $44.00/hour competitive pay
• Full-time, permanent position
• Afternoon shift
• Overtime opportunities
• Stable manufacturing environmentCareer growth and advancement opportunities
• Comprehensive health and safety training