Die Repair Technician - 2nd/3rd Shift, Hands-On Craft

Confidential; Kentucky; On-site; USD 44,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential is seeking skilled Die Repair Technicians to repair, rebuild, and maintain casting and trim dies in our Bedford Heights, OH facility. The role demands hands-on experience with welding, grinding, polishing, and production tooling, along with the ability to read blueprints and handle heavy tooling equipment.

The position offers 2nd or 3rd shift and a full-time employment opportunity with competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• Two+ years die repair, tool & 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.

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.
• Complete die work orders, inspection records, and maintenance documentation.
• Train and assist less-experienced employees as needed.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Welding

Grinding

Polishing

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree / technical training (Tool & Die, Machining, Manufacturing Tech)

Journeyperson Tool & Die certification or equivalent

Tools

Cranes

Lift trucks

Die-cleaning equipment

Power tools

Job description

Confidential is seeking skilled Die Repair Technicians to repair, rebuild, and maintain casting and trim dies in our Bedford Heights, OH facility. The role demands hands-on experience with welding, grinding, polishing, and production tooling, along with the ability to read blueprints and handle heavy tooling equipment.

The position offers 2nd or 3rd shift and a full-time employment opportunity with competitive hourly pay.