2nd Shift Tool & Die Maker I — La Vergne

Cardinal Staffing Services; La Vergne (TN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

SURESTAFF in La Vergne, TN is hiring a Tool & Die Maker I for 2nd shift. You will fabricate, repair, and maintain dies and tooling, set up machine tools, and read blueprints to determine machining requirements. The role requires 1-2 years of related experience and careful attention to detail.

The position offers a pay rate of $26.00-$33.00 per hour, with overtime as needed. Candidates should be comfortable with manual precision and safe work practices in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 1-2 years of Tool & Die, machining, or manufacturing experience.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Experience operating lathes, milling machines, grinders, or similar equipment.
• Ability to read blueprints and manufacturing specifications.
• Experience using precision measuring instruments.
• Basic math skills including fractions and ratios.
• Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Basic computer skills and communication.
• Ability to follow written, verbal, and technical instructions.
• Willingness to work mandatory overtime.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate, repair, modify, and maintain dies, jigs, fixtures, gauges, and tooling.
• Set up and operate machine tools such as lathes, mills, shapers, and grinders.
• Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, and drawings to determine machining requirements.
• Measure and layout metal stock for machining.
• Calculate dimensions and plan machining operations.
• Inspect finished parts with precision instruments for conformance.
• Troubleshoot tooling issues and assist with repairs.
• Collaborate with Engineering and production to improve tooling performance.
• Assist others with complex setups and operations.
• Evaluate existing tools and recommend improvements.
• Develop specifications for specialty tooling as needed.
• Report non-conforming products or tooling issues.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment and follow safety procedures.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Machining troubleshooting

Measuring instruments

Attention to detail

Reading technical drawings

Follow instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Lathe operation

Milling machines

Grinders

Job description

SURESTAFF in La Vergne, TN is hiring a Tool & Die Maker I for 2nd shift. You will fabricate, repair, and maintain dies and tooling, set up machine tools, and read blueprints to determine machining requirements. The role requires 1-2 years of related experience and careful attention to detail.

The position offers a pay rate of $26.00-$33.00 per hour, with overtime as needed. Candidates should be comfortable with manual precision and safe work practices in a manufacturing setting.