Forge Tooling Technician — Learn & Grow in Tooling

Trident Maritime Systems; High Bridge (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K

Paid Time Off

Paid holidays

Safety shoe reimbursement

Prescription safety glasses program

Life Insurance

Training and development opportunities

Employee referral program

Job summary

Forged Solutions Group, Custom Alloy Division in High Bridge, NJ, seeks a Forge Tooling Technician to support tooling and die maintenance, organize documentation, and assist in project coordination. On-the-job training will develop skills across tooling, die technology, and inventory processes.

Responsibilities include interpreting shop prints, aiding basic engineering tasks, and ensuring accurate die storage and compliance documentation.

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn and grow in the role.
• Basic understanding of coordination and project support.
• Ability to follow instructions and work under supervision.
• Interest in mechanical systems and problem-solving.
• Basic computer skills, with a willingness to learn Microsoft Suite.
• Ability to read and write in English; Spanish proficiency is a plus.
• Forklift operation experience

Responsibilities

• Assist in coordinating staff and resources for projects.
• Support the maintenance of inventory records.
• Help with the organization and maintenance of tooling manuals and templates.
• Aid in compliance documentation upkeep.
• Assist in basic engineering tasks and part modifications.
• Support shop tasks prioritization.
• Assist in interpreting shop prints.
• Aid in monitoring and organizing die storage.
• Assist in material research and specification.
• Learn to operate lift trucks and maintain equipment.
• Support proper use of the die wash system.
• Follow spill prevention protocols.
• Help maintain organized die inventory.
• Assist in recommending alternatives for missing or damaged tooling.
• Support liner fit-up for production.
• Learn to identify die types and dimensions accurately.
• Perform other tasks as needed.

Skills

Forklift operation

English reading/writing

Basic computer skills

Willingness to learn

Mechanical systems interest

Team coordination support

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Lift trucks

Die wash system

Job description

Forged Solutions Group, Custom Alloy Division in High Bridge, NJ, seeks a Forge Tooling Technician to support tooling and die maintenance, organize documentation, and assist in project coordination. On-the-job training will develop skills across tooling, die technology, and inventory processes.

Responsibilities include interpreting shop prints, aiding basic engineering tasks, and ensuring accurate die storage and compliance documentation.