Precision Tooling Technician – Die & Tool Repair

Strattec Security Corporation; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

STRATTEC SECURITY CORPORATION in Milwaukee, WI is seeking a Tool and Die Technician 2 responsible for refurbishment, maintenance, repair, validation and inventory management of tooling and die components. The role requires expertise in grinding, polishing, welding repair techniques, heat-treat processing and preparation for external service providers.

You will operate surface grinders, weld tooling as needed, inspect parts with precision measuring tools, read drawings, validate inbound tooling,

Qualifications

• Grinding and finishing experience preferred.
• Inventory management knowledge preferred.
• Inspection tools and equipment experience.
• Basic reading, writing, math, organizational and computer skills.
• Mechanical aptitude assessment.

Responsibilities

• Utilize best practices for precision grinding and lapping die components to achieve specified finishes.
• Operate manual and automatic surface grinders, wheel dressers, and polishing equipment.
• Perform welding repairs on tooling and die components.
• Perform heat-treat processes according to specifications.
• Inspect tooling using micrometers, calipers, microscopes, magnifiers, and other measuring equipment.
• Read and interpret tool and die drawings to determine component condition.
• Validate inbound tooling for dimensional accuracy and readiness for production use.
• Prepare tooling for outbound repair and service activities including documentation and packaging.
• Maintain refurbished tooling kits and establish new kits as required.
• Manage spare tool inventory and issue work orders to maintain minimum stock levels.
• Assist Tool and Die Makers as needed.
• Perform minor machine maintenance including lubrication and greasing.
• Maintain records of repairs, heat treat activity, validation, and inventory transactions with all current software applications.
• Maintain 5S standards and follow all safety requirements.
• All other tasks as assigned.

Skills

Grinding

Inventory management

Inspection tools

Forklift license

Mechanical aptitude

Computer skills

Job description

STRATTEC SECURITY CORPORATION in Milwaukee, WI is seeking a Tool and Die Technician 2 responsible for refurbishment, maintenance, repair, validation and inventory management of tooling and die components. The role requires expertise in grinding, polishing, welding repair techniques, heat-treat processing and preparation for external service providers.

You will operate surface grinders, weld tooling as needed, inspect parts with precision measuring tools, read drawings, validate inbound tooling,