Die Repair Technician

Accelera; Bedford Heights (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Accelera in Ohio is seeking a skilled Die Repair Technician to repair, rebuild, and maintain casting and trim dies. This hands-on role requires troubleshooting, welding, grinding, polishing, and production-tooling experience.

You will read blueprints, interpret diagrams, and operate cranes and lift trucks on 2nd or 3rd shift in a busy manufacturing environment. Join a well-established team committed to quality, with opportunities for hands-on leadership and advancement.

Qualifications

• Two+ years die repair or related skilled-trades experience
• Ability to read blueprints and technical drawings
• Experience welding, grinding, polishing, fitting, and die assembly
• Ability to operate cranes, lift trucks, and hand tools

Responsibilities

• Transport, clean, disassemble, repair, rebuild, and reassemble casting and trim dies.
• Read blueprints, diagrams, and work instructions.
• Grind, polish, and restore die-cavity surfaces.
• Repair dies while mounted in production equipment when required.
• Train and assist less-experienced employees as needed.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Mechanical troubleshooting

Welding

Grinding and polishing

Die assembly

Crane and power tools operation

Problem-solving

Education

Associate degree or technical-school training in Tool and Die, Machining, Manufacturing Technology, or related field

Journeyperson Tool and Die certification or equivalent

Tools

Cranes

Lift trucks

Power tools

Job description

A well-established manufacturer is seeking experiencedDie Repair Techniciansto repair, rebuild, and maintain casting and trim dies. This hands-on role requires strong troubleshooting, welding, grinding, polishing, and production-tooling experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Transport, clean, disassemble, repair, rebuild, and reassemble casting and trim dies.
• Use cranes, lift trucks, and die-cleaning equipment safely.
• Build and replace die segments, cores, details, trim punches, and related components.
• Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, pictorials, and work instructions.
• Grind, polish, and restore die-cavity surfaces.
• Remove stuck castings and correct dimensional or tooling problems.
• Repair dies while mounted in production equipment when required.
• Perform welding in the die-repair department and manufacturing areas.
• Troubleshoot production-tooling failures and complete necessary repairs.
• Train and assist less-experienced employees as needed.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.

Required Qualifications

• At least two years of die repair, tool and die, mold repair, or related skilled-trades experience.
• Experience repairing or rebuilding casting dies, trim dies, or production tooling.
• Ability to read blueprints and technical drawings.
• Experience with welding, grinding, polishing, fitting, and die assembly.
• Ability to operate cranes, lift trucks, hand tools, and power tools.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work 2nd or 3rd shift.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical-school training in Tool and Die, Machining, Manufacturing Technology, or a related field.
• Journeyperson Tool and Die certification or equivalent skilled-trades experience.
• Experience supporting die-casting or foundry operations.
• Experience training or mentoring other die-repair employees.