Metal Stamping Tool & Die Maker

ClarkDietrich Building Systems; Warren (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Monthly Bonus

401(k) with company match

Vacation

Perfect Attendance Award

Job summary

ClarkDietrich Building Systems is seeking a Tool & Die Technician in Warren, OH to set up dies on presses, perform die maintenance, and support production runs. You will read prints, select materials, and ensure parts meet specifications while maintaining a safe, organized shop environment.

The role demands strong attention to detail, experience with mechanical presses, and the ability to troubleshoot die-related issues during production. Training and development are provided.

Qualifications

• Tool and Die experience is required.
• Ability to read prints and blueprints.
• Mechanical press knowledge required.
• Basic math and fractions to decimals.
• Team player with good communication.

Responsibilities

• Set up dies on presses and maintain dies.
• Read blueprints and plan fabrication.
• Repair and modify gauges, jigs, dies.
• Inspect finished parts for tolerances.
• Ensure safe operation and PPE compliance.
• Collaborate with team to resolve production issues.

Skills

Tool & Die experience

Mechanical press knowledge

Read prints

Tape measure

Caliper

Micrometer

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical School or equivalent experience

Job description

Description

Do you have a strong work ethic and the desire to join an organization that invests in its people through cross-training and development? ClarkDietrich fosters a work-life balance and offers competitive compensation and benefits. Join the ClarkDietrich team by applying to the Tool & Die Technician position at our Warren, OH location.

Summary

The Tool & Die Technician is responsible for press and die setup to meet daily production run schedules and customer requirements in a fast paced environment. This includes die maintenance and repair as required to ensure efficient operation.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Can demonstrate knowledge and ability to change dies in multiple press sizes.
• Operate safely and effectively all shop equipment including lathe, drill press, saws, surface grinder, mills, and heat treat oven.
• Read prints to repair, setup, or manufacture dies accordingly.
• Use sketches, blueprints, specifications and models to plan operations for the fabrication of dies, tools and assemblies.
• Verify dimensions of finished parts to ensure they conform to specifications using dial indicators, gauge blocks, calipers and micrometers.
• Utilize hand and machine tools to assemble parts of tools and dies and to repair and modify gauges, jigs and dies.
• Design templates and jigs to be used as work aids for convenient fabrication of products and parts.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot problems and perform repairs on tools, manually operated dies and progressive dies.
• Interface with external and internal customers, and work with team members to solve problems during the production process.
• Select the appropriate metals and materials to be used based on properties, ensuring they meet project specifications.
• Ability to troubleshoot die and press setup issues throughout productions runs.
• Knowledge of servo driven feeders and control systems a plus.

SAFETY

• Works safely and follows all safety rules and operational procedures.
• Properly inspects and maintains necessary equipment and tools.
• Wears and maintains all required PPE.
• Understands all safety devices and their operation.
• Keeps Tool & Die department clean, organized and safe.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Basic mathematical skills, addition, subtraction, multiplication and changing fractions into decimals.
• Tool and Die experience required.
• Mechanical press knowledge required.
• Ability to problem solve.
• Able to work in a team environment.

Education And/Or Experience

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Prior manufacturing experience.
• Technical School or equivalent experience.
• Basic mathematical skills, addition, subtraction, multiplication and changing fractions into decimals. Ability to read a tape measure, caliper and micrometer accurately.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Lifting - Up to 50lbs. continuously
• Standing - 8 or more hours per day
• Walking - Off & on, 4-6 hours per day
• Body Positions - Stooping, bending, squatting, reaching overhead, extending arms
• Grasping - Use of both hands intermittently, up to 8-hours per day
• Sitting - None
• Pushing & Pulling - Occasionally-Tools and Machine Parts up to 50 lbs.
• Climbing - Occasionally

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Manufacturing facility - exposed to heat and cold.
• Personal Protective Equipment required at-all-times.
• Activity level is high - continuous overhead crane and forklift operation.

Clarkdietrich Benefits Include

• Full benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts and Life Insurance)
• Monthly Bonus
• 401(k) with company match
• Vacation
• Perfect Attendance Award