Precision Tool & Die Maker - CNC, 2nd Shift

Stoughton Trailers; Stoughton (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Stoughton Trailers is seeking a Tool and Die Maker to design, build, and repair dies, fixtures, and production tooling within a precision manufacturing environment in Wisconsin. The role requires setting up CNC and manual machines, reading blueprints, and maintaining tight tolerances to 0.0005 inches.

You will troubleshoot tooling, support continuous improvement, and uphold safety and quality standards while working in a team-driven shop focused on craftsmanship and reliability.

Qualifications

• Completion of a technical school machine tool apprenticeship or equivalent training and experience.
• Minimum of 10,000 hours of machining experience.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, repair dies, fixtures, gauges, and production tooling.
• Set up, program, and operate CNC and manual machining equipment (mills, lathes, grinders).
• Read, interpret, and verify blueprints, sketches, and specifications; maintain tolerances to 0.0005 inches.
• Troubleshoot tooling and production equipment to minimize downtime; support continuous improvement.

Skills

Machining operations

Tooling design

Hydraulics & pneumatics

Mechanical aptitude

Mathematics & precision

Independent work

Attention to detail

Education

Technical school machine tool apprenticeship

Tools

Mills

Lathes

Grinders

Presses

Job description

Stoughton Trailers is seeking a Tool and Die Maker to design, build, and repair dies, fixtures, and production tooling within a precision manufacturing environment in Wisconsin. The role requires setting up CNC and manual machines, reading blueprints, and maintaining tight tolerances to 0.0005 inches.

You will troubleshoot tooling, support continuous improvement, and uphold safety and quality standards while working in a team-driven shop focused on craftsmanship and reliability.