Precision Tool & Die Machinist - 1st Shift

MiTek Industries, Inc.; Tolleson, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

13 annual holidays

Volunteer time off

Day One Medical/Rx, Dental and Vision

Family friendly benefits includingPaid

Parental Leave and Adoption Reimburse

Performance/Incentive bonuses

Career advancement and training

Tuition reimbursement

Matching 401(k) Contributions and Prof

Profit Sharing

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

myFlexPay

Job summary

MiTek Industries, Inc. is seeking a skilled Tool & Die Machinist to support stamping operations by manufacturing, repairing, maintaining, and troubleshooting tooling components.

The ideal candidate will read blueprints, operate lathes, mills, grinders, and drill presses, and ensure parts meet dimensional and quality requirements while maintaining safety and productivity. The role emphasizes die maintenance, problem-solving, and continuous improvement within a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Journeyman Machinist certification or equivalent experience is required.
• Minimum 5 years of machining/tool room experience or equivalent.
• Experience reading and interpreting blueprints and technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture new tooling, die components, and replacement parts from blueprints, sketches, specifications, or existing samples.
• Repair and restore worn or damaged tooling, dies, and components to original specifications.
• Operate machine shop equipment including lathes, mills, grinders, drill presses, and other precision machining equipment.
• Inspect and verify parts using precision measuring instruments to ensure compliance with dimensional and quality requirements.
• Assist with die teardown, troubleshooting, repair, assembly, and maintenance activities.
• Establish and adjust work methods and priorities to meet production schedules and operational needs.
• Maintain accurate die maintenance records and related documentation.
• Develop, recommend, and implement improvements to production methods, tooling performance, equipment reliability, and product quality.
• Support production requirements while maintaining safety, quality, and productivity standards.
• Train, mentor, and assist team members as needed.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance, including overtime as required.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Machinist experience

Precision measurement

Troubleshooting

Stamping die knowledge

Industrial safety

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Journeyman Machinist certification or equivalent

Tools

Lathes

Mills

Grinders

Drill presses

Job description

MiTek Industries, Inc. is seeking a skilled Tool & Die Machinist to support stamping operations by manufacturing, repairing, maintaining, and troubleshooting tooling components.

The ideal candidate will read blueprints, operate lathes, mills, grinders, and drill presses, and ensure parts meet dimensional and quality requirements while maintaining safety and productivity. The role emphasizes die maintenance, problem-solving, and continuous improvement within a manufacturing environment.