3rd Shift - Tool & Die Maintenance Technician

Gestamp Holding Mexico Sl; McCalla (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Gestamp Alabama in McCalla, AL is seeking an experienced Tool and Die Maker for the 3rd shift to build, repair and maintain stamping dies in a high-volume environment. The candidate should troubleshoot tooling issues, set up manual tool room machines, and support die tryout and quality validation.

We require a minimum of 5 years in Tool and Die work, strong knowledge of machining, tool steels, heat treatment, welding and precision measurement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of related experience as a Tool and Die Maker.
• Strong knowledge of machining processes, tool steels, heat treatment and welding.
• Proficient with precision measuring tools (calipers, gauges, micrometers, etc.).
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and resolve press-related tooling issues; implement corrective actions.
• Set up and operate manual tool room machines (mills, lathes, grinders, etc.).
• Build, repair, modify, and maintain stamping dies to meet production needs.
• Perform preventative maintenance on tooling and related equipment.
• Support die tryout activities and assist with part quality validation.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance tool performance.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Machining

Die maintenance

Precision measurement

Tooling knowledge

Tools

Mills

Lathes

Grinders

Measuring tools

Job description

3rd Shift - Tool & Die Maintenance Technician

Location: US Gestamp Alabama - McCalla, US, US Gestamp

Date: Aug 13, 2026

Short Description

With presence in more than 20 countries, Gestamp is a leading international group specializing in the design, development, and manufacture of metal automotive components. Our commitment to innovation drives us to create safer, lighter vehicles that minimize energy consumption and reduce environmental impact.

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking an experienced Tool and Die Maker to build, repair, and maintain automotive stamping dies in a high‑volume, just‑in‑time manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will have strong troubleshooting abilities, experience in die tryout and part finalization, and a solid background in engineering changes and continuous improvement.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBLITIES

• Diagnose and resolve press-related tooling issues; implement effective corrective action plans.
• Set up and operate all manual tool room machines (mills, lathes, grinders, etc.).
• Build, repair, modify, and maintain stamping dies to meet production requirements.
• Perform preventative maintenance on tooling and related equipment.
• Support die tryout activities and assist with part quality validation.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance tool performance and reliability.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 5 years of related experience as a Tool and Die Maker.
• Strong knowledge of machining processes, tool steels, heat treatment, and welding.
• Proficient with precision measuring tools (calipers, gauges, micrometers, etc.).
• Strong communication and problem‑solving skills.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and seek to hire the best candidate regardless of age, beliefs, disability, ethnicity, gender or sexual orientation.

About us

We are a multi-technology company present in over 20 countries and our team of over 40,000 is made up of 90 different nationalities. They are the driving force of our company, which designs, develops and produces parts for over 900 models of the leading vehicle manufacturers, and enable us to be one of the top suppliers worldwide.

Do you have what it takes to build the future of mobility with us?

• You will be joining a leading international group in the automotive sector with a clear commitment to innovation, a trail-blazer in Industry 4.0 and engaged with ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) criteria.
• This is an opening to build a career in a global environment with many opportunities to grow both professionally and personally by participating and leading innovative and international projects.
• You will find a supportive and friendly environment where the emphasis is on team work, continuous improvement, trust, a dynamic spirit and thinking outside the box, and a passion for a job well done.
• You will be working with highly qualified professionals as Gestamp is committed to the ongoing training of our teams.