Tool and Die Maker

Strive Recruitment Inc.; Woodstock; On-site; CAD 61,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Permanent role

Benefits

Growth potential

Tooling improvements

Team collaboration

Mentor apprentices

Safety focus

Job summary

STRIVE is working with a well-established manufacturing company in Woodstock, ON, seeking a certified Tool & Die Maker to join their team. In this permanent, full-time role, you’ll build, repair, and maintain stamping dies, tools, fixtures, and gauges to support production and reduce downtime.

We’re looking for a certified Tool & Die Maker with strong hands-on experience in stamping environments. Proficiency in blueprint reading and GD&T is essential, as is the ability to troubleshoot tooling

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience building and/or maintaining metal stamping dies preferred.
• Certificate of Qualification for a Tool and Die Maker (431A / 430A).
• Strong blueprint reading and GD&T knowledge.
• Hands-on experience with stamping dies and tooling.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Responsibilities

• Build, repair, maintain, and modify metal stamping dies, tools, gauges, fixtures, and jigs.
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on stamping dies to minimize production downtime.
• Troubleshoot tooling issues and identify wear, fatigue, or potential failure.
• Complete die maintenance, rebuilding, and machining work per Toolroom schedule.
• Read and interpret blueprints and GD&T specifications.
• Support Engineering with tooling builds and related projects.

Skills

Blueprint reading

GD&T knowledge

Troubleshooting

Detail orientation

Team collaboration

Education

Tool & Die Maker Certificate (431A/430A)

Tools

Mills

Grinders

Lathes

Hand tools

Job description

TOOL & DIE MAKER

WOODSTOCK, ON

$44–$45/HR

ABOUT US

STRIVE is a specialist recruitment firm offering proactive recruitment solutions in the areas of Accounting & Finance, Corporate Administration, Technology, and Manufacturing Operations. STRIVE supports various clients from small to medium-sized enterprises to Fortune 500 organizations for their permanent, contract, and temporary recruitment needs. Our human recruiters review all applications. On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.

THE ROLE

STRIVE is working with a well-established manufacturing company in Woodstock, ON, looking for an experienced certified Tool & Die Maker to join their team. In this permanent, full-time role, you’ll be responsible for building, repairing, and maintaining stamping dies, tools, fixtures, and gauges to support production and reduce downtime.

We’re looking for acertified Tool & Die Maker with strong hands-on experience in a stamping environment. Experience reading blueprints and GD&T, troubleshooting tooling issues, and maintaining dies is important.

ADVANTAGES

• Competitive rate of $44 to $45/hour to start
• Permanent opportunity
• Competitive benefits
• Stable work environment with opportunities for long-term growth
• Opportunity to contribute to tooling improvements and production efficiency
• Collaborative team environment
• Opportunity to support and mentor Tool & Die apprentices
• Strong focus on workplace safety, quality, and continuous improvement

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Build, repair, maintain, and modify metal stamping dies, tools, gauges, fixtures, and jigs
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on stamping dies to help minimize production interruptions and downtime
• Troubleshoot tooling issues and identify areas of wear, fatigue, or potential failure
• Complete die maintenance, rebuilding, and machining work according to the Toolroom schedule
• Perform machining and toolroom work accurately and efficiently using a variety of equipment
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, tooling instructions, and GD&T specifications
• Support Engineering with tooling builds, equipment launches, and related projects as required
• Make recommendations to improve tooling life, performance, serviceability, and efficiency
• Maintain accurate records of tooling repairs, maintenance, and servicing
• Follow established tooling procedures and service instructions
• Keep the Toolroom, equipment, and work areas clean, organized, and properly maintained
• Follow all company health, safety, and environmental policies and procedures
• Work collaboratively with Production, Engineering, and other members of the Toolroom team
• Provide guidance and support to Tool & Die apprentices when required
• Perform other Toolroom and tooling-related duties as needed

REQUIREMENTS

• 5+ years of experience building and/or maintaining metal stamping dies is strongly preferred
• Certificate of Qualification for a Tool and Die Maker (431A / 430A)
• Strong blueprint reading and GD&T knowledge
• Hands-on experience working with stamping dies and tooling
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Experience operating a variety of toolroom equipment, including mills, grinders, lathes, and hand tools
• Ability to work independently while also contributing to a team environment
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to work safely in a manufacturing/toolroom environment
• Comfortable working in an environment with varying temperatures and elevated noise levels
• Must have the necessary hand tools to perform the role
• Welding experience with TIG/MIG is an asset
• Crane operation certification is an asset
• Experience working with stainless steel automotive stamping is an asset

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