Tool and Die Maker

ABB; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 58,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB is seeking a Tool & Die Maker for the 3rd shift to repair, build and maintain stamping dies. You’ll read blueprints, set up mills and lathes, and ensure quality in a safety-conscious environment. Strong math and CAD interpretation are required, with SAP data entry duties included.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in stamping environments, deep metalworking expertise, and proven collaboration with engineers and machinists. ABB offers shift premium and comprehensive benefits in the US.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical education preferred.
• Minimum 5 years as Tool & Die Maker with progressive stamping experience.
• Advanced metalworking with mills, lathes, grinders and drills.
• Die operations proficiency and precision measurement skills.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics and perform complex calculations.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics and CAD drawings.
• Set up machines: drills, lathes, grinders, milling machines.
• Inspect tools and dies; perform repairs and test runs.
• Design fixtures and templates for fabrication.
• Enter data into SAP and maintain tooling records.
• Support continuous improvement and safety programs.

Skills

Blueprints reading

Metalworking expert

Machining equipment

Attention to detail

Collaboration skills

Education

High School Diploma

Technical Education

Associate Degree preferred

Tools

SAP

CAD software

Microsoft Office/Excel

Job description

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner-and every person here makes that happen. You'll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

Position reports to

Engineering Manager

Tool & Die Maker - 3rd Shift

ABB is looking for a Tool and Die Maker to be responsible to repair, build and maintain progressive tungsten carbide lamination stamping dies and metal forming dies in compliance with production standards and safety regulations to ensure the highest quality of parts produced, showing an in depth knowledge of metal work and engineering, must possess a great eye for detail and should be able to easily translate ideas that can have a positive impact of the stamping manufacturing process. Tool and die Makers must know how to build fixtures, read and interpret blueprints and schematics, they must adhere to ABB policies and procedures, safety training and hazard communication information provided, which includes but is not limited to wearing proper personal protective equipment (PPE) such as hard hat, face shield, safety glasses, hearing protection and safety steel toe shoes.

Responsibilities

• Reading and Interpreting Blueprints, design schematics and CAD drawings.
• Visualizing and computing metal shapes and tolerances.
• Design jigs and templates as supports in the fabrication of parts.
• Setting up machine tools such as drills, lathes, grinders, and milling machines.
• Cutting and shaping blocks to specified dimensions.
• Grinding carbide and steel to ensure a smooth finish.
• Assemble and disassemble tools and die parts supporting the production areas to guarantee tools are repaired on time to ensure the continuous production and increase plant productivity.
• Inspecting tools and dies for defects, perform repairs and conduct test runs with completed tools and dies.
• Support our culture of sustained continuous improvement programs with the ABB organization (5S-SMED-KAIZEN).
• Support Tooling Efficiency Improvement and Scrap Reduction Projects.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures for Die Repairs.
• Entering data into SAP.

Requirements

• Must have High School diploma or Equivalent (Technical Education, Associate Degree preferred)
• Minimum 5 years experienceas a Tool & Die Maker with progressive stamping operations and carbide lamination dies experience preferred
• Advanced metalworking expertisewith machining equipment (mills, lathes, grinders, drills), strong metallurgic knowledge, and ability to perform complex mathematical and geometric calculations
• Deep die operations proficiencyin troubleshooting, assembly, and quality control with mastery of precision measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, height gages)
• Physical capabilityto safely lift heavy objects and handle carbide tooling
• Exceptional problem-solving and attention to detailwith ability to proactively identify and prevent operational issues before they occur
• Strong collaboration skillswith proven autonomy in working with engineers and machinists, excellent communication abilities, and proficiency in Microsoft Office and Excel

Reports to Tony Hernandez 3rd shift

Hourly Pay Rate: $42.29-$47.25

Shift premium for 2nd & 3rd

More about us

ABB's NEMA Motors Division is the global leading electric NEMA motors manufacturer. With more than 4,500 employees across the globe and seven manufacturing locations that produce more than 1.6 million motors every year, the division powers its customers from many industries with safe, reliable energy-efficient and effective solutions. NEMA Motors Division is a trusted leader with the shortest lead time and the broadest modularized product offering.

What's in it for you

We want you to bring your full self to work-your ideas, your energy, your ambition. You'll have the tools and freedom to grow your skills, shape your path, and take on challenges that matter. Here, your work creates impact you can see and feel, every day.

ABB Benefit Summary for eligible US employees

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First Day Benefit Eligibility

Health, Life & Disability

• Choice between two medical plan options: A PPO plan called the Copay Plan OR a High-Deductible Health Plan (with a Health Savings Account) called the High Deductible Plan.
• Choice between two dental plan options: Core and Core Plus
• Vision benefit
• Company paid life insurance (2X base pay)
• Company paid AD&D (1X base pay)
• Voluntary life and AD&D - 100% employee paid up to maximums
• Short Term Disability - up to 26 weeks - Company paid
• Long Term Disability - 60% of pay - Company paid. Ability to "buy-up" to 66 2/3% of pay.
• Supplemental benefits - 100% employee paid (Accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance
• Parental Leave - up to 6 weeks
• Employee Assistance Program
• Health Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health, general health navigation and virtual health, and infertility/adoption
• Employee discount program

Retirement

• 401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions
• Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP)

Time off

• ABB provides 11 paid holidays
• Unpaid Emergency Hours (EH) - 16 hours per year
• Vacation accrual eligible as outline in ABB policy

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