Die Maker - Precision Dies & Tooling Technician

Smurfit Westrock Company; Conover (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock Company is seeking a Die Maker to prepare, inspect, repair and set up dies to meet production schedules and customer requirements. The role emphasizes attention to quality, safety, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The job requires basic measurement skills, blueprint literacy, and the ability to read technical documentation. A high school diploma or GED is required, with experience operating pallet jacks and using caliper gauges valued.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to use and read basic measurement devices, including calculators, tape measures, rulers, and caliper gauges.
• General mechanical aptitude and strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to operate pallet jacks.
• Ability to read and follow detailed instructions, blueprints, and technical documentation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Knowledge of carton manufacturing processes and quality requirements.
• Ability to inspect and verify tooling accuracy and production readiness.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Ability to work safely in a manufacturing environment while adhering to all established safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare dies to support production schedules and customer requirements.
• Review upcoming production schedules to ensure tooling readiness.
• Read and interpret blueprints and specifications to accurately build and modify dies.
• Calculate rule heights and scoring requirements for die construction.
• Knife, clean, rubber, and nick dies to prepare them for production runs.
• Inspect dies, die boards, counters, and steel plates received from suppliers to ensure accuracy and quality.
• Evaluate die performance and identify opportunities for production improvements and increased efficiency.
• Repair and maintain dies to ensure optimal production performance.
• Assist with departmental reporting, data collection, and inventory-related activities.
• Collaborate with management, technicians, and production teams to resolve issues and improve processes.
• Maintain housekeeping and workplace organization standards established by management.
• Follow all quality, food safety, environmental, and workplace safety requirements.
• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Blueprint reading

Measurement devices

Quality awareness

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Caliper gauges

Job description

Smurfit Westrock Company is seeking a Die Maker to prepare, inspect, repair and set up dies to meet production schedules and customer requirements. The role emphasizes attention to quality, safety, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The job requires basic measurement skills, blueprint literacy, and the ability to read technical documentation. A high school diploma or GED is required, with experience operating pallet jacks and using caliper gauges valued.