Die Shop Technician — Start Your Machining Career

Tower Extrusions Ltd.; Wylie (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Tower Extrusions Ltd. is seeking a Die Technician I to support the die shop in preparing, maintaining, and inspecting aluminum extrusion dies and tooling components.

This entry-level role assists with cleaning, assembly, polishing, inspection, and correction to ensure production efficiency and extrusion quality. You will work with hand tools, grinders, and presses, follow shop drawings, and keep dies labeled and stored per procedures.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
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• 1–2 years of manufacturing, tooling, or machine shop experience preferred.
• Training in machining, welding, or mechanical assembly is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Disassemble, clean, and reassemble extrusion dies using hand tools, grinders, and presses.
• Inspect die components for wear, cracks, and defects; report findings to lead technicians or supervisors.
• Polish bearing surfaces to required specifications to improve extrusion flow and surface finish.
• Assist in labeling, logging, and storing dies according to company procedures.
• Support die correction and setup activities by ensuring tooling is prepared and delivered to presses on schedule.
• Follow work instructions, blueprints, and shop drawings as directed.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of work benches, tools, and surrounding work area.
• Adhere to all company safety, quality, and housekeeping standards.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Die Shop Supervisor or senior technicians.

Skills

Basic mechanical aptitude

Hand tool experience

Reading technical drawings

Attention to detail

Communication and teamwork

Safety-conscious

Education

High School Diploma or GED

1–2 years in manufacturing tooling or machine shop

Machining/welding/mechanical assembly training a plus

Tools

Hand tools

Grinders

Presses

Job description

Tower Extrusions Ltd. is seeking a Die Technician I to support the die shop in preparing, maintaining, and inspecting aluminum extrusion dies and tooling components.

This entry-level role assists with cleaning, assembly, polishing, inspection, and correction to ensure production efficiency and extrusion quality. You will work with hand tools, grinders, and presses, follow shop drawings, and keep dies labeled and stored per procedures.