Precision Tool & Die Maker — CNC/EDM & CAD Drawings

Flex-N-Gate; Salem (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Safety training

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Job summary

Flex-N-Gate in Ohio is seeking a Tool Maker to build, repair, and maintain tooling for automotive component production. You will work from engineering drawings and CAD designs to ensure tooling meets exacting standards and supports safe, efficient manufacturing operations.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, completes a Tool & Die apprenticeship or equivalent training, and has 3+ years of tool making experience in a high‑volume environment; a trade license is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Completion of a Tool & Die apprenticeship program or equivalent technical training.
• 3+ years of experience as a Tool Maker in automotive or high-volume manufacturing.
• Possess a Provincial Trade License or equivalent experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture new tools, dies, jigs, fixtures, and molds based on blueprints or CAD designs.
• Repair and maintain existing tooling to ensure optimal performance and minimal production downtime.
• Operate a variety of manual and CNC machines including lathes, mills, surface grinders, and EDM machines.
• Perform precision measurements using micrometers, calipers, and gauges to verify dimensions.
• Interpret complex technical drawings, CAD files, and work instructions.
• Support production teams by providing timely and effective tooling solutions.
• Comply with all quality systems and procedures.
• Builds dies from blueprints, drawing, last off status cards and supervisor lineups.
• Work with other departments to resolve Tooling problems.
• Maintain good housekeeping in the tool room work area.
• Work and dress safely (i.e., wear proper protective equipment, demonstrate safe use of all machinery and equipment, etc.).
• Responsible for working in a safe manner, and following all Health and Safety procedures.

Skills

Time Management

Development and Continual Learning

Problem Solving

Accountability and Dependability

Research Analysis

Decision Making and Judgement

Providing Consultation

Ethics and Integrity

Planning Organizing

Mathematical Reasoning

Enforcing Laws, Rules and Regulations

Coaching and Mentoring

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tool & Die apprenticeship program

Tools

CNC machines

Micrometers

Calipers

Gauges

Job description

Flex-N-Gate in Ohio is seeking a Tool Maker to build, repair, and maintain tooling for automotive component production. You will work from engineering drawings and CAD designs to ensure tooling meets exacting standards and supports safe, efficient manufacturing operations.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, completes a Tool & Die apprenticeship or equivalent training, and has 3+ years of tool making experience in a high‑volume environment; a trade license is a plus.