Tool and Die Maker 3 - 3rd Shift

MacLean Power Systems; Trenton (TN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in Trenton, TN seeks a skilled Tool and Die Maker to build and modify precision tools and dies. The role involves training apprentices, troubleshooting, and ensuring quality standards. Join a committed team focused on safety and excellence.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of relevant tool and die experience.
• Ability to interpret work instructions and follow directions.

Responsibilities

• Builds and modifies tools, dies, jigs, molds, and fixtures.
• Conduct tests for completed tools and/or dies.
• Teach and train apprentices.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Intermediate verbal and written communication skills

Education

Tool and Die school through TCAT or equivalent

Tools

Grinding

Milling

Lathe

Job description

Trenton, TN, Trenton, Tennessee, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 6:00 AM | Expires Sunday, June 15, 2025 at 5:59 AM

Headquartered in Fort Mill, South Carolina, MacLean Power Systems (MPS) is a leading manufacturer of mission-critical and engineered components for the electric utility, telecommunications, and civil markets. Established in 1986 as a subsidiary of a larger parent company, MPS has grown substantially and now operates as a standalone company. A dedicated workforce of over 1,600 team members worldwide, MPS is renowned for its commitment to quality, responsiveness, and safety. Our focus on vertical integration ensures the highest standards across our product lines. We operate nine production facilities across North America and continually invest in our manufacturing capabilities to better serve our customers.

At MPS, we strive to create a workplace that embodies respect, openness, collaboration, personal growth, and entrepreneurship. We are committed to achieving excellence in Environmental, Health & Safety through our Mission Zero initiative.

Job Summary

Builds and modifies tools, dies, jigs, molds, and fixtures using precision bench and machining operations. Leads, directs, and trains Tool and Die Maker 1’s on as needed basis.

Job Duties

• Conduct tests for completed tools and/or dies to ensure that parts meet specifications
• Cut, shape and trim material to specifications
• Design jigs, fixtures and templates as needed
• Teach and train apprentices
• Grind and adjust different parts to properly fit them together
• Handle complex issues and problems and refer only the most complex issues to higher level staff
• Select metals to be used based on properties
• Troubleshoot Dies in the press and on the bench
• Setup and assist in operating machinery in designated department when needed
• Offer improvement ideas for current tooling
• Complete all necessary documents fully and accurately
• Adhere to 5S standards (e.g., maintain cleanliness of work area, etc.)
• Follow all Safety, Environmental and Quality policies, and procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned

Experience and Education

• Perform work under minimal supervision
• Possess comprehensive working knowledge of subject matter
• Completed Tool and Die school through TCAT or equivalent
• Advanced knowledge of progressive, forge, or draw dies
• Advanced grinding, milling and lathe knowledge
• 5-10 years of relevant tool and die experience
• Ability to interpret work instructions
• Ability to follow written and verbal directions
• Intermediate verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to prioritize work and lead team
• Detail-oriented
• Organizational skills

EOE-Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

Various agencies of the United States Government require employers to maintain information on applicants pertaining to factors such as race, sex, and type of position for which an individual applies. The information requested is voluntary and for compliance with certain record keeping requirements. MacLean Power, LLC has a long-standing commitment to equal employment opportunity for all its associates and applicants for employment. MacLean Power, LLC believes all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities and does not discriminate against its employees or applicants for employment because of race, color, gender, affectional or sexual orientation, domestic partnership status, ancestry, religion, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, disability, veteran status, age or any other protected group status.

All job offers are conditional, upon successful completion of pre-employment screening, including criminal checks, drug testing, employment, and education verification.

Trenton, TN, Trenton, Tennessee, United States of America