1st shift Tool & Die Maker-Cleveland

AJ Rose; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 37,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay based on experience

Vacation eligibility after 90 days

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Stable employment with growing company

Job summary

AJ Rose Manufacturing is seeking an experienced Tool & Die Maker to join our 1st shift team in Cleveland, OH. This role focuses on maintaining and improving progressive and transfer stamping dies used in high-volume metal stamping operations.

The ideal candidate brings a Journeyman Tool & Die Maker certification or equivalent experience, 3+ years in metal stamping, and proficiency with blueprints, GD&T, and precision measuring tools. We offer competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Journeyman Tool & Die Maker certification or equivalent experience preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of Tool & Die experience in a metal stamping environment.
• Strong experience with progressive and transfer dies.
• Ability to operate manual toolroom equipment, including grinders, mills, lathes, and related machinery.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, GD&T, and technical drawings.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Experience working with close tolerances and precision measuring instruments.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain progressive and transfer stamping dies.
• Diagnose tooling issues and adjust to ensure efficient production.
• Perform bench work, precision fitting, grinding, machining, and assembly of tooling components.
• Conduct preventative maintenance on dies, fixtures, and related tooling.
• Support production by responding quickly to tooling downtime and quality concerns.
• Read blueprints, tool designs, engineering drawings and specifications.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Production on tooling improvements and new die launches.
• Evaluate die performance and modify to improve productivity and tool life.
• Assist with tryouts and startup of new or modified tooling.
• Maintain accurate maintenance and repair records.
• Follow all safety and quality procedures.

Skills

Strong mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting skills

Read blueprints, GD&T, and drawings

Independent and team player

Safety, quality, and continuousim prov

3+ years Tool & Die experience inmetal

Education

Journeyman Tool & Die Maker certification or equivalent experience

Tools

Manual toolroom equipment (grinders, mills, lathes)

Job description

At AJ Rose Manufacturing, we take care of the people who keep our operations running. Our benefits package includes dependable health coverage, wellness perks, and financial support programs designed for those who work hard every day

Location: Cleveland, OH

Job Id:699

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A.J. Rose Manufacturing Company | Cleveland, OH

A.J. Rose Manufacturing is seeking an experienced Tool & Die Maker to join our 1st shift team. This position plays a critical role in maintaining and improving progressive and transfer stamping dies used in high-volume metal stamping operations. The ideal candidate is a skilled problem solver who takes pride in precision workmanship, supports production teams, and helps drive continuous improvement throughout the manufacturing process.

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain progressive and transfer stamping dies.
• Diagnose tooling issues and make necessary adjustments to ensure efficient production.
• Perform bench work, precision fitting, grinding, machining, and assembly of tooling components.
• Conduct preventative maintenance on dies, fixtures, and related tooling.
• Support production by responding quickly to tooling-related downtime and quality concerns.
• Read and interpret blueprints, tool designs, engineering drawings, and specifications.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Production teams on tooling improvements and new die launches.
• Evaluate die performance and recommend modifications to improve productivity, quality, and tool life.
• Assist with tryouts and startup of new or modified tooling.
• Maintain accurate maintenance and repair records.
• Follow all safety and quality procedures.

Qualifications

• Journeyman Tool & Die Maker certification or equivalent experience preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of Tool & Die experience in a metal stamping environment.
• Strong experience with progressive and transfer dies.
• Ability to operate manual toolroom equipment, including grinders, mills, lathes, and related machinery.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, GD&T, and technical drawings.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Experience working with close tolerances and precision measuring instruments.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay based on experience: $26.84-$30.80
• Vacation eligibility after 90 days
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Stable employment with a growing manufacturing company
• Opportunity to work with advanced stamping technology and experienced manufacturing professionals

Join A.J. Rose and help build the tooling that drives manufacturing excellence every day.