Die Repair Technician

First Call Staffing; Edinburgh (IN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Die Repair Technician for a direct hire opportunity in Edinburgh, IN. The role involves maintaining and repairing press dies, ensuring production continuity, and requires hands-on experience in grinding, welding, and die maintenance. Ideal candidates should possess strong communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and a solid understanding of die functions. This full-time position offers a competitive hourly wage based on experience and is suitable for entry-level applicants.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months of relevant die maintenance experience.
• TIG/MIG welding experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair press dies to ensure continuous production operations.
• Inspect finished parts using precision measuring tools.
• Set up and operate lathes, milling machines, and grinders.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Analytical Skills

Education

Welding Certificate

Tools

CAD Software

Job description

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Die Repair Technician – Direct Hire

Location: Edinburgh, IN

Shift: 2nd Shift | 4:30 PM – 1:30 AM

Training may be conducted on 1st shift

Pay: $22.00–$24.00/hr (based on experience)

Job Overview

We are seeking a Die Repair Technician for a direct hire opportunity with an industrial client in Edinburgh, IN. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 6 months of experience in press machine die maintenance—please note, this is not an injection mold position.

We're looking for someone with hands-on experience in grinding, welding, and sharpening dies. If you take pride in precision work and enjoy working in a manufacturing environment, we want to hear from you!

Primary Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair press dies to ensure continuous production operations.
• Inspect finished parts using precision measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, dial indicators, gauge blocks, etc.).
• Set up and operate lathes, milling machines, grinders, and other tools (manual or CNC).
• Interpret blueprints, schematics, and specifications to plan fabrication sequences.
• Visualize and calculate required dimensions and tolerances.
• Assemble, repair, or modify dies, jigs, gauges, and tools.
• Disassemble and reassemble molds and fixtures as needed.
• Use CAD software to design and interpret blueprints (preferred, not required).

Additional Duties

• Build new fixtures using dies and tools.
• Perform thorough inspections for defects or imperfections.
• Conduct functionality tests on equipment and fixtures.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Collaborate with engineers and machinists.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills And Abilities

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Solid understanding of metallic properties and die functions.
• Ability to use precision measuring equipment and read technical drawings.
• Capable of working independently or within a team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months of relevant die maintenance experience.
• On-the-job training available.
• Welding certificate a plus.
• TIG/MIG welding experience preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs as needed.

Employment Type: Full Time

Salary: $22 - $24 Hourly

Bonus/Commission: No

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Quality Assurance, Production, and Manufacturing

Industries

• Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing