Tool and Die Maker

LeoForce; Brea (CA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision

Generous PTO

Job summary

LeoForce, based in California, seeks a Mid Level Tool & Die Technician to repair, maintain and optimize tooling, dies, and fixtures across our manufacturing operations. You will read blueprints, select tools, and perform precision measurements to ensure tolerances while collaborating with engineering and quality teams to minimize downtime.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in tool and die maintenance, hands-on hydraulic/pneumatic and mechanical experience, and CAD/CNC familiarity.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of tool and die maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong hands on knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.
• Experience in stamping, machining, or aerospace manufacturing is a strong plus.
• CNC machining and CAD familiarity preferred.
• Welding and fabrication skills are a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Repair, maintain, and troubleshoot tooling, dies, jigs, fixtures, and machine shop equipment
• Perform preventive maintenance and diagnose mechanical issues to determine corrective actions
• Disassemble, inspect, repair, and reassemble dies and tooling components
• Operate manual machines including mills, grinders, lathes, and drill presses
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings
• Design and fabricate new tools, dies, molds, jigs, and fixtures as needed
• Verify dimensions using precision measuring instruments to ensure acceptable tolerances
• Assist with die setups, adjustments, and changeovers
• Monitor tooling performance and recommend improvements to reduce downtime and scrap
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and quality teams to resolve tooling issues
• Follow all safety procedures including lockout/tagout requirements

Skills

Tool & Die Maintenance

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Mechanical systems

Blueprints interpretations

Work in stamping/machining/aerospace

Welding and fabrication

Education

No formal degree required

Tools

CAD familiarity

CNC machining

Job description

Job Description

Experience: Mid Level

Salary: $37 - $40 per hour

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Repair, maintain, and troubleshoot tooling, dies, jigs, fixtures, and machine shop equipment
• Perform preventive maintenance and diagnose mechanical issues to determine corrective actions
• Disassemble, inspect, repair, and reassemble dies and tooling components
• Operate manual machines including mills, grinders, lathes, and drill presses
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings
• Design and fabricate new tools, dies, molds, jigs, and fixtures as needed
• Verify dimensions using precision measuring instruments to ensure acceptable tolerances
• Assist with die setups, adjustments, and changeovers
• Monitor tooling performance and recommend improvements to reduce downtime and scrap
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and quality teams to resolve tooling issues
• Follow all safety procedures including lockout/tagout requirements

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of tool and die maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong hands on knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings
• Experience in stamping, machining, or aerospace manufacturing is a strong plus
• CNC machining and CAD familiarity preferred
• Welding and fabrication skills are a bonus

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and lift up to 50 pounds
• Comfortable working around machinery, noise, oils, and hand and power tools

A bit about us

Join a legacy manufacturing specialist known for delivering high-performance products to aerospace, defense, and industrial markets. With advanced capabilities across silicone sealants and insulation components, our client operates from a modern California facility and serves a broad and critical customer base, while fostering innovation, craftsmanship, and continuous growth.

The Tool & Die Technician is responsible for maintaining, repairing, troubleshooting, and improving tooling, dies, jigs, and fixtures across our manufacturing operation. This role is critical to keeping equipment running safely, efficiently, and within quality standards while minimizing production downtime.

Why join us?

What We Offer:

• Competitive base pay and overall compensation package
• Full benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Generous PTO, vacation, sick, and holidays
• Stable, full time opportunity with a growing manufacturing company
• Hands on role with real ownership and visibility
• Collaborative team environment where your skills are valued every day