Automotive Tool & Die Maker: Precision Tooling Pro

Flex N Gate; Salem (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life

401(k) with company match

Education & training programs

Paid holidays & vacation

Job summary

Flex-N-Gate is seeking a skilled Tool Maker to build, repair, and maintain precision tooling used in automotive component production. You will work from blueprints and CAD designs and collaborate with Engineering, Production, and Maintenance teams to ensure tooling supports efficient, safe, and high-quality manufacturing.

The role requires high craftsmanship, attention to detail, and the ability to read complex drawings.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED.
• Completion of a Tool & Die apprenticeship program or equivalent technical training.
• 3+ years of experience as a Tool Maker, preferably in automotive or high-volume manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture new tools, dies, jigs, fixtures, and molds from blueprints or CAD designs.
• Repair and maintain tooling to minimize downtime and maintain performance.
• Operate manual and CNC machines (lathes, mills, surface grinders, EDM).
• Measure with micrometers, calipers, and gauges to verify dimensions.
• Interpret drawings and CAD files for tooling production.
• Support production with timely tooling solutions and ensure quality systems compliance.

Skills

Time Management

Problem Solving

Communication

Teamwork

Planning Organizing

Regulatory Compliance

Initiative and Accountability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tool & Die Apprenticeship or Technical Training

Tools

CNC Machines

Lathes

Mills

Surface Grinders

EDM Machines

Job description

Flex-N-Gate is seeking a skilled Tool Maker to build, repair, and maintain precision tooling used in automotive component production. You will work from blueprints and CAD designs and collaborate with Engineering, Production, and Maintenance teams to ensure tooling supports efficient, safe, and high-quality manufacturing.

The role requires high craftsmanship, attention to detail, and the ability to read complex drawings.