Tool and Die Maker

Adient; Battle Creek (MI); On-site; USD 51,715 - 53,919; Full time

Job summary

Adient in Battle Creek is seeking a Tool and Die Maker responsible for repairing dies and adjusting them to meet customer standards, under supervision. You will work in a metal stamping environment, troubleshoot production conditions, and support die running.

The role emphasizes die set operations, preventative maintenance, and quality checks, with a 2nd shift requirement and physical demands such as lifting up to 40 lbs and standing long hours.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 1–2 years in a sheet metal stamping facility or equivalent.
• 1–2 years with large transfer and progressive dies.
• Ability to lift 40 lbs frequently and work standing 8+ hours.
• Ability to work 2nd shift and perform basic die maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot conditions in a production setting.
• Perform die set operations.
• Perform preventative maintenance on metal stamping dies.
• Perform quality checks.
• Complete required training as required by Adient and its customers.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Die setting

Sheet metal stamping

Quality checks

Safety compliance

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Die making equipment

Job description

Job Description

Job Summary

Under the direction of a Tooling Supervisor, the Tool and Die Maker is responsible for repairing dies and making adjustments as needed to run dies in accordance with the customers’ standards.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Tool and Die Maker must be able to troubleshoot conditions in a production setting
• Perform die set operations
• Perform preventative maintenance on metal stamping dies
• Perform quality checks
• Perform other duties as required
• Tool and Die Maker must complete all required and applicable training required by Adient and its customers.

Qualifications

Required

• High School diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Minimum 1-2 years of experience working in a sheet metal stamping facility or similar experience
• Minimum 1-2 years of experience with large transfer and progressive dies
• Able to lift 40 lbs. frequently depending upon rework
• Standing 8 or more hours, walking to assist in seat build, rework, etc.
• Be able to work 2nd shift

Preferred

• Journeyman Tool and Die Card from the Department of Labor

Rate of Pay

Rate of Pay: $37.54 - $39.14 per hour

PRIMARY LOCATION

Battle Creek Seating Component