Precision Tool and Die Technician

Phoenix Stamping Group, LLC; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Drug-free workplace

Job summary

Phoenix Stamping Group, LLC is seeking a skilled machinist to maintain and repair dies, punches, tool steel, and fixtures for our metal stamping operations in Fort Worth, Texas. The role supports reliable, repeatable production on the 1st shift and collaborates with engineering to develop new tools and fixtures.

The candidate should have 3+ years of machinist experience, the ability to read blueprints, and a strong safety focus. Draw die experience is required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum 3 years of verifiable machinist experience and/or a Technical Diploma.
• Competence with standard shop math.
• Ability to read blueprints, engineering drawings, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Capability to perform basic equipment maintenance.
• Working knowledge of CNC programming and operation is a plus.
• Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.
• Sound judgment for administrative/procedural decisions and effective teamwork skills.
• Must have draw die experience.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate dies using close inspection and accurate measurement to determine repair scope and methods.
• Execute repair operations on dies to restore form, fit, and function.
• Set up and operate standard shop equipment: milling machines, lathes, drill presses, grinders, and other machine tools under general supervision.
• Design and build tools and fixtures to support new product launches.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by the supervisor.
• Adhere to OSHA regulations and internal safety protocols at all times.

Skills

Machinist experience

Shop math

Blueprints reading

Safety procedures

Equipment maintenance

CNC programming

Teamwork

Draw die experience

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Tools

CNC programming tools

Job description

A day in this role

On our 1st shift (6:30AM–3:00PM), you’ll step onto the floor ready to keep production moving. You begin by inspecting tooling pulled from the presses, gauging wear, and deciding the best path to restore performance. With careful measurements in hand, you’ll head to the shop to set up a milling machine, lathe, drill press, or grinder, executing precise repairs. Between jobs, you’ll partner with engineering to craft new tools and fixtures for upcoming parts, and you’ll keep a sharp eye on safety, following OSHA and our internal standards at every turn.

Who you report to

Tool & Die Supervisor

Your core impact

Own the minor repair and maintenance of dies, punches, tool steel, and fixtures to support reliable, repeatable metal stamping operations.

What you'll tackle

• Evaluate dies using close inspection and accurate measurement to determine repair scope and methods.


• Execute repair operations on dies to restore form, fit, and function.


• Set up and operate standard shop equipment: milling machines, lathes, drill presses, grinders, and other machine tools under general supervision.


• Design and build tools and fixtures to support new product launches.


• Perform additional tasks as assigned by the supervisor.


• Adhere to OSHA regulations and internal safety protocols at all times.

What you bring

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience.


• Minimum 3 years of verifiable machinist experience and/or a Technical Diploma.


• Competence with standard shop math.


• Ability to read blueprints, engineering drawings, schematics, and technical manuals.


• Capability to perform basic equipment maintenance.


• Working knowledge of CNC programming and operation is a plus.


• Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.


• Sound judgment for administrative/procedural decisions and effective teamwork skills.


• Must have draw die experience.

Preferred proficiencies

• Troubleshooting Skills


• Metal Stamping & Forming (Progressive Die)


• Tool/Die/Mold Repair Skills


• Tool/Die/Mold Setup Experience

Where you'll work

Phoenix Stamping is a growing, family-oriented manufacturer of sheet metal and rod products serving North America since 1986. With facilities in Atlanta, GA; Fort Wayne, IN; and Fort Worth, TX, we invest in quality, service, and highly automated equipment. Our fast-paced, team-first environment lives by the motto: “Customers first, employees always!”

Additional Information

Phoenix Stamping Group, LLC offers a drug-free work place along with a competitive salary and benefits package. We are an equal opportunity employer (EEO), dedicated to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, age, sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender identityor national origin and in compliance with ADAAA.