Tool and Die Maker

SURGE Staffing; Brunswick (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

SURGE Staffing seeks an experienced Journeyman Tool & Die Maker with a strong background in progressive stamping dies, die building, troubleshooting, repair, and precision machining. The ideal candidate will diagnose tooling issues, improve die performance, and uphold high standards for part quality and production efficiency.

This 1st Shift role focuses on building, assembling, maintaining, repairing dies, reading blueprints, and using mills, lathes, grinders, and drill presses to ensure

Qualifications

• Journeyman Tool and Die Maker experience or equivalent hands-on toolroom experience.
• Experience with progressive stamping dies, including building, assembly, troubleshooting, and repair.
• Ability to read blueprints, engineering drawings, and GD&T specifications.
• Proficiency operating manual machine tools (mills, lathes, surface grinders, drill presses).
• Experience using precision measuring equipment to verify dimensions and tolerances.
• Knowledge of tool steels and heat treatment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting skills, and attention to detail.
• Commitment to workplace safety, quality standards, and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Build, assemble, maintain, repair, and troubleshoot progressive stamping dies.
• Diagnose die and tooling problems; identify root causes of defects; implement corrective actions.
• Perform die tryouts, adjustments, precision fitting, and repairs for optimal performance.
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, GD&T specifications, and dimensional requirements.
• Operate mills, lathes, surface grinders, and drill presses.
• Use precision measuring instruments to verify dimensions, tolerances, and clearances.
• Perform precision grinding, fitting, rework, and tooling modifications as needed.
• Collaborate with production and engineering to reduce downtime and improve die performance.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and tooling reliability.
• Apply knowledge of tool steels, heat treatment, grinding, and material properties.
• Utilize CNC machining and wire EDM processes as needed to support toolroom operations.
• Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area.

Skills

Journeyman tool & die maker experience

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Tools

Mills

Lathes

Surface grinders

Drill presses

CNC machining

Wire EDM

Job description

Tool & Die Maker (1st Shift)

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Journeyman Tool & Die Maker with a strong background in progressive stamping dies, die building, troubleshooting, repair, and precision machining. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience diagnosing tooling issues, improving die performance, and maintaining high standards for part quality and production efficiency.

This role is responsible for building, assembling, maintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting progressive stamping dies while collaborating with production and engineering teams to minimize downtime and improve manufacturing processes.

Shift: 1st Shift

Key Responsibilities

• Build, assemble, maintain, repair, and troubleshoot progressive stamping dies.
• Diagnose die and tooling problems, identify root causes of part defects, and implement effective corrective actions.
• Perform die tryouts, adjustments, precision fitting, and repairs to ensure optimal performance and consistent part quality.
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, GD&T specifications, and dimensional requirements.
• Operate manual machine tools, including mills, lathes, surface grinders, and drill presses.
• Use precision measuring instruments to verify dimensions, tolerances, clearances, and finished components.
• Perform precision grinding, fitting, rework, and tooling modifications as needed.
• Work closely with production and engineering personnel to resolve tooling issues, reduce downtime, and improve die performance.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement, increased tooling reliability, and improved stamped part quality.
• Apply knowledge of tool steels, heat treatment, grinding, and material properties to support tooling performance and durability.
• Utilize CNC machining and wire EDM processes as needed to support toolroom operations.
• Follow all established safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized, and efficient work area.

Required Qualifications

• Journeyman Tool and Die Maker experience or equivalent hands-on toolroom experience.
• Strong working knowledge of progressive stamping dies, including building, assembly, troubleshooting, and repair.
• Experience with progressive die tryout, die adjustments, and troubleshooting stamping process issues.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and GD&T specifications.
• Proficiency operating manual machine tools, including mills, lathes, surface grinders, and drill presses.
• Experience using precision measuring equipment to verify dimensions and tolerances.
• Knowledge of precision fitting, grinding, tool steels, and heat treatment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting skills, and attention to detail.
• Commitment to workplace safety, quality standards, and teamwork.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with CNC machining and wire EDM.
• Experience implementing tooling improvements to increase productivity and reduce downtime.Ability to identify root causes of stamped part defects and recommend effective corrective actions.
• Experience working in a metal stamping, automotive, or precision manufacturing environment.

Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate is a hands-on tooling professional who takes pride in precision workmanship, enjoys solving complex tooling problems, and understands the importance of reliable progressive dies in a production environment. Strong communication skills, independent problem-solving abilities, and a focus on continuous improvement are essential.