Tool and Die Maker

Bachman Machine Company; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Heated and air-conditioned shop

Paid company holidays

PTO available at time of hire

Job summary

Bachman Machine Company is seeking an experienced Tool & Die Maker for a full-time, on-site position in St. Louis, Missouri. You will build, fit, modify, troubleshoot, and repair progressive and transfer stamping dies and related production tooling.

You will read blueprints and engineering drawings, set up manual and CNC tools, and work with engineering and quality teams to improve tooling reliability and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Strong precision machining and toolmaking skills including manual mills, lathes, grinders, and CNC equipment.
• Experience building, fitting, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining progressive and transfer stamping dies.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, CAD models, and GD&T.
• Proficiency with micrometers, calipers, indicators, height gauges, and related inspection equipment.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints and drawings; set up and operate manual and CNC tools.
• Build, fit, modify, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair progressive and transfer stamping dies and tooling.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, and quality to improve tooling and manufacturability.

Skills

Precision machining

Toolmaking

Reading blueprints

GD&T

Measurement instruments

Problem solving

Education

Tool & Die apprenticeship

Tools

CAD/CAM

CNC machining

Job description

Bachman Machine Company is an established manufacturer with 99 years of experience in precision manufacturing. Bachman specializes in value-added metal stampings, progressive and transfer stamping dies, production CNC machining, and plastic injection molded components.

We combine deep manufacturing experience with an engineering-driven culture focused on advanced technology, craftsmanship, problem-solving, and continuous improvement. Our team works closely with customers to provide technical support and manufacturing solutions while building long-term partnerships.

Our vision is to grow our employees, our customers, our suppliers, and our community.

Why Join Bachman Machine Company?

We believe skilled tradespeople deserve a great place to work and build their careers.

• 4-day workweek — four, 10-hour days
• 3-day weekends as part of the regular work schedule
• Heated and air-conditioned shop
• Paid company holidays
• PTO available at the time of hire — no waiting to accrue your initial PTO
• Company-paid employee medical coverage option — $0 employee premium for employee-only coverage under our base medical plan
• Additional medical plans and dependent/family coverage options available
• Dental and vision coverage available
• 401(k) with company match
• Stable, established company with 99 years of manufacturing experience
• Opportunity to work on challenging tooling projects and help improve how we build, maintain, and troubleshoot dies

Role Description

Bachman Machine Company is seeking an experienced Tool & Die Maker for a full-time, on-site position in St. Louis, Missouri.

This position is responsible for building, fitting, modifying, troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing progressive and transfer stamping dies and related production tooling.

Day-to-day responsibilities include reading and interpreting blueprints and engineering drawings; setting up and operating manual and CNC machine tools; performing precision machining, fitting, and measurement; troubleshooting tooling issues on the production floor; and making adjustments necessary to maintain part quality and production performance.

The Tool & Die Maker will work closely with engineering, production, and quality personnel to solve problems, support new tooling, improve existing tooling, and identify opportunities to improve manufacturability, reliability, and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Strong precision machining and toolmaking skills, including experience with manual mills, lathes, grinders, and CNC equipment
• Experience building, fitting, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining progressive and transfer stamping dies
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, CAD models, and GD&T
• Proficiency with precision measurement instruments including micrometers, calipers, indicators, height gauges, and related inspection equipment
• Strong understanding of metals, tooling materials, machining processes, and die construction
• Ability to diagnose tooling and production problems, determine root causes, and implement effective corrective actions
• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on problem-solving ability
• Commitment to workplace safety, quality, organization, and continuous improvement
• Ability to work effectively with engineering, production, and quality teams
• Tool & Die apprenticeship, equivalent technical training, or demonstrated equivalent experience
• Experience in stamping or high-volume production environments preferred
• CAD/CAM and CNC machining experience preferred
• Reliable attendance and ability to meet the physical requirements of the position