Precision Tool & Die Maker – CNC, Dies & Tooling

Ultipro; Stoughton, Northern (WI, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Stoughton Trailers is seeking a Tool and Die Maker to design, build, and maintain precision tooling for manufacturing. You will set up and operate CNC and manual machines, read blueprints, and ensure components meet very tight tolerances.

The role emphasizes craftsmanship, problem-solving, and strong attention to detail in a collaborative, safety‑focused environment. Responsibilities include designing dies and fixtures, repairing tooling, optimizing processes, and supporting continuous

Qualifications

• Completion of a technical school machine tool apprenticeship or equivalent training and professional experience
• Strong knowledge of machining operations and cutting tools
• Knowledge of tooling design and fabrication
• Familiarity with hydraulics, pneumatics and metal forming processes
• Excellent mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
• Strong math skills and precision measurement abilities
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong attention to detail and craftsmanship

Responsibilities

• Design, manufacture, assemble, repair, modify, and sharpen dies, fixtures, gauges, and production tooling
• Maintain and repair production equipment to ensure uptime
• Select materials and finish surfaces
• Support new tooling development and modification of existing tools to improve performance
• Set up, program, and operate CNC and manual machining equipment (Mills, Lathes, Grinders, Presses)
• Read and verify blueprints, sketches, and specifications; perform layouts and inspections to tight tolerances
• Troubleshoot tooling and production equipment issues to minimize downtime
• Identify and implement tooling/fixture/process improvements
• Contribute to continuous improvement focused on quality, efficiency and safety
• Work in a safe, efficient, timely, accurate and productive manner

Skills

Machining operations

Cutting tools

Tooling design

Fabrication

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Metal forming

Problem solving

Precision measurement

Independence

Attention to detail

Education

Technical school machine tool apprenticeship

Tools

CNC machining

Milling

Turning (Lathes)

Grinding

Presses

Blueprint reading

Job description

Stoughton Trailers is seeking a Tool and Die Maker to design, build, and maintain precision tooling for manufacturing. You will set up and operate CNC and manual machines, read blueprints, and ensure components meet very tight tolerances.

The role emphasizes craftsmanship, problem-solving, and strong attention to detail in a collaborative, safety‑focused environment. Responsibilities include designing dies and fixtures, repairing tooling, optimizing processes, and supporting continuous