Precision Toolmaker: Dies, Molds & Tooling Expert

Strohwig-Industries; Village of Richfield (WI); On-site; USD 33,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift Premium on 2nd Shift

Medical & Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Company-Paid Uniforms

Safety Shoe & Glasses Reimbursement

Job summary

Strohwig Industries in Richfield, WI is seeking a Precision Toolmaker to join our manufacturing team. The role involves manufacturing, assembling, maintaining, and repairing precision tools, dies, molds, and fixtures, with opportunities to work with engineers and experienced toolmakers.

You will read engineering drawings, operate mills/lathes/grinders, and use CAD to review tooling components, while maintaining quality and safety standards. A strong toolbox and relevant experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience operating manual machining equipment such as mills, lathes, or grinders or tool & die training.
• Ability to read engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications.
• Understanding of basic math and precision measurement techniques.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, detail orientation and problem-solving能力.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and work with others.
• Willingness to obtain overhead crane and forklift certifications.
• Must possess a personal toolbox and tools for the position.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture, assemble, fit, and repair precision tools, dies, molds, and fixtures according to specs.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications to determine tooling needs.
• Operate mills, lathes, grinders, and other machine tools to fabricate tooling components.
• Use CAD to review 2D drawings and 3D models of tooling components.
• Inspect finished components with precision measuring instruments for accuracy.
• Assemble, fit, and test tooling components to verify functionality and performance.
• Troubleshoot tooling issues and assist with improvements to tooling performance.
• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on tools, dies, molds, and fixtures.
• Collaborate with Toolmakers and Engineers to improve tooling designs and processes.
• Maintain documentation of tooling modifications and completed work.

Skills

Manual machining

Engineering drawings

Shop math

Precision measurement

Instructions adherence

Safety awareness

Toolbox ready

Education

Tool & Die Maker apprenticeship

Technical college program

Equivalent vocational training

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Strohwig Industries in Richfield, WI is seeking a Precision Toolmaker to join our manufacturing team. The role involves manufacturing, assembling, maintaining, and repairing precision tools, dies, molds, and fixtures, with opportunities to work with engineers and experienced toolmakers.

You will read engineering drawings, operate mills/lathes/grinders, and use CAD to review tooling components, while maintaining quality and safety standards. A strong toolbox and relevant experience are preferred.