Tool and Die Technician

100604 PM-Ancaster; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodations available

Competitive pay and benefits

Job summary

Johnson Electric in Ancaster, ON is seeking a Tool & Die Technician for an onsite role. You will prepare tooling and tool rigs for production, apply tool-making techniques, inspect tooling, and troubleshoot manufacturing issues to ensure quality and efficiency.

Ideal candidates hold an Ontario Trade Certificate as a Tool & Die Maker with at least three years of relevant experience. You will work in a team-oriented environment focused on safety, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Valid Ontario Trade Certificate as a Tool & Die Maker.
• Minimum three years of relevant Tool and Die experience within a manufacturing facility.
• Strong knowledge of tool preparation, repair, adjustment, and production support.
• Ability to troubleshoot tooling, process, and equipment concerns.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and technical problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-based manufacturing environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with employees at all organizational levels.
• High level of integrity, maturity, reliability, and dependability.
• Strong sense of urgency and results orientation.
• Commitment to workplace safety, product quality, and continuous improvement.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare tooling and tool rigs safely and efficiently for production use.
• Apply appropriate tool and die-making techniques to support manufacturing requirements.
• Inspect tooling and identify conditions that could affect product quality or production performance.
• Perform operational troubleshooting and resolve tooling-related manufacturing problems.
• Identify and implement improvements to tooling, processes, and production methods.
• Provide day-to-day technical support to employees and manufacturing teams.
• Support processes, products, tooling, rigs, and equipment used within the operation.
• Communicate tooling conditions, technical concerns, and production requirements to supervisors and technical team members.
• Complete effective shift handoffs to maintain clear communication between production shifts.
• Participate in continuous improvement meetings focused on quality, service, operations, facilities, safety, and workforce concerns.
• Support the training and development of new Manufacturing Technicians and Tool Room team members.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, cost, delivery, and productivity.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe Tool Room environment.
• Follow all applicable company policies, procedures, and technical standards.
• Ensure compliance with IATF 16949, ISO 14001, and applicable Quality, Safety, and Environmental Management Systems
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Skills

Tool & Die Making

Production Tooling

Technical Troubleshooting

Continuous Improvement

Mechanical Aptitude

Team Collaboration

Education

Ontario Trade Certificate: Tool & Die Maker

Tools

Lean Manufacturing

5S

Kaizen

IATF 16949

Job description

Join Our Team as a Tool & Die Technician at Johnson Electric!

Location: Ancaster, ON (onsite) Salary Range: $75,000 - $88,000 annually Vacancy Type: Existing Position

As our next Tool & Die Technician, you’ll support the safe and efficient preparation of tooling and tool rigs used in manufacturing operations. Your expertise in tool and die making, production tooling, technical troubleshooting, and continuous improvement will be essential to producing high-quality components on time and at a competitive cost.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Mentorship Opportunities: Develop your expertise by working alongside experienced skilled-trades and manufacturing professionals
• Employee Empowerment: Join a culture that encourages employees to take initiative and implement meaningful improvements
• Recognition Programs: Be recognized and rewarded for your technical contributions and achievements
• Career Advancement: Explore opportunities to advance within skilled trades, tooling, and manufacturing operations
• Collaborative Culture: Work in a supportive environment where teamwork and technical knowledge sharing are encouraged

What You’ll Be Doing

• Prepare tooling and tool rigs safely and efficiently for production use
• Apply appropriate tool and die-making techniques to support manufacturing requirements
• Inspect tooling and identify conditions that could affect product quality or production performance
• Perform operational troubleshooting and resolve tooling-related manufacturing problems
• Identify and implement improvements to tooling, processes, and production methods
• Provide day-to-day technical support to employees and manufacturing teams
• Support processes, products, tooling, rigs, and equipment used within the operation
• Communicate tooling conditions, technical concerns, and production requirements to supervisors and technical team members
• Complete effective shift handoffs to maintain clear communication between production shifts
• Participate in continuous improvement meetings focused on quality, service, operations, facilities, safety, and workforce concerns
• Support the training and development of new Manufacturing Technicians and Tool Room team members
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, cost, delivery, and productivity
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe Tool Room environment
• Follow all applicable company policies, procedures, and technical standards
• Ensure compliance with IATF 16949, ISO 14001, and applicable Quality, Safety, and Environmental Management Systems
• Perform other related duties as assigned

What We’re Looking For

• Valid Ontario Trade Certificate as a Tool & Die Maker
• Minimum three years of relevant Tool and Die experience within a manufacturing facility
• Strong knowledge of tool preparation, repair, adjustment, and production support
• Ability to troubleshoot tooling, process, and equipment concerns
• Strong mechanical aptitude and technical problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team-based manufacturing environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with employees at all organizational levels
• High level of integrity, maturity, reliability, and dependability
• Strong sense of urgency and results orientation
• Commitment to workplace safety, product quality, and continuous improvement
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods in a manufacturing environment

Bonus Points

• If You Have Experience with powder-metal tooling
• Experience preparing or maintaining tooling rigs
• Background in automotive or high-volume manufacturing
• Experience supporting production troubleshooting and root-cause analysis
• Experience training or mentoring Manufacturing Technicians or apprentices
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Kaizen, or other continuous improvement methodologies
• Familiarity with IATF 16949 and ISO 14001 requirements
• Experience improving tooling performance, reliability, cost, or setup time

What We Offer

Johnson Electric offers talented people like you the opportunity to grow professionally and personally, surrounded by some of the most dedicated, innovative, and entrepreneurial colleagues you will find anywhere.

We offer competitive pay and benefits, along with a culture driven by our values and designed to ensure that our most important asset, our people, can flourish.

Johnson Electric welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities.

Accommodations are available upon request for candidates participating in any stage of the selection process.

In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, Johnson Electric is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process.

Applicants should advise Human Resources if they require accommodation during the recruitment process.

Please note: Johnson Electric may use Artificial Intelligence tools as part of our recruitment process.

Come join our global, inclusive & diverse team Our purpose is to improve the quality of life of everyone we touch through our innovative motion systems. We are a truly global team bound together by our shared values. Our culture is built on the diversity, knowledge, skills, creativity, and talents that each employee brings to the company. Our people are our company’s most valuable asset. We are committed to providing an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace where employees of different backgrounds feel valued and respected, regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity or religious background. We are committed to inspiring our employees to grow, act with ownership and find fulfilment and meaning in the work they do.

About Johnson Electric Group

The Johnson Electric Group is a global leader in electric motors, actuators, motion subsystems and related electro-mechanical components. It serves a broad range of industries including Automotive, Smart Metering, Medical Devices, Business Equipment, Home Automation, Ventilation, White Goods, Power Tools, Lawn & Garden Equipment, Warehouse Automation, Liquid Cooling and Robotic joints. The Group is headquartered in Hong Kong and employs over 30,000 individuals in over 20 countries worldwide. Johnson Electric Holdings Limited is listed on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (Stock Code: 179). For more information, visit johnsonelectric.com.

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