Tool and Die Maker - 3rd shift

Steelcase; Kentwood (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled technician to join their manufacturing team. In this role, you will work under minimal supervision to build, repair, and troubleshoot dies, fixtures, and tooling, ensuring production processes run smoothly. You will utilize your mechanical expertise and problem-solving skills to meet customer expectations while adhering to safety and quality standards. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a dynamic work environment where your skills will be valued and developed. If you have a passion for mechanics and a dedication to quality, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in troubleshooting and repairing production tooling.
• Ability to read prints and apply shop math for project completion.

Responsibilities

• Build, repair, and troubleshoot dies and fixtures to meet production needs.
• Assist in training apprentices and comply with safety regulations.

Skills

Troubleshooting production dies

Reading prints

Using precision hand tools

Mechanical ability

Knowledge of die and press sensors

Safety procedures

Heavy lifting

Operating cranes and forklifts

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

4-year apprenticeship

Tools

Lathes

Grinders

Mills (CNC)

Saws

Drill presses

Welders

Overhead cranes

Forklifts

Job description

General Information

Country: USA

State: Michigan

City: Kentwood

Office Location: 4380 52nd street - - - - -

Date posted: 23-Apr-2025

Business Function: Manufacturing/Operations

Position Type: Full-Time/Regular

Description

General Description(Summary description of the primary duties and objectives of the position.)

Working under minimal supervision builds, repairs, rebuilds and trouble shoots dies, fixtures, tools and machines from prints or instructions to meet required tolerances and customer expectations. Recommends improvements in tooling and production processes.When called upon, would assist in training / mentoring apprentices, supplemental / contract labor and peers.

Additionally, employees are expected to abide by all internal control & compliance practices to: - Safeguard assets from theft and misuse.- Ensure segregation of duties to minimize fraud. - Comply with business ethics, applicable laws and regulations.- Maintain confidentiality of proprietary information. - Periodically reconcile physical assets to accounting records.

Requirements Profile(Competencies, skills, abilities, experience, education necessary.)

Skills/Abilities *Able to troubleshoot and repair production dies, fixtures and tooling as needed to avoid production delays and maintain tooling per the Steelcase Quality System. *Able to accurately read prints, use shop math and use problem solving skills to bring projects to completion. *Able to build, service or repair tooling using precision hand tools, lathes, grinders, mills (cnc), saws, drill presses, welders, large over head cranes and fork lifts. *Must have a high degree of mechanical ability and knowledge and be able to determine whether tooling and specialized equipment can be repaired in production or should be returned to the tool room for major repairs. *Must be knowledgeable on the proper application and installation of die and press sensors. *Must have a knowledge of and ability to apply Steelcase Die Standards. *Must know and follow established safety procedures. *Some heavy lifting is required. *Must be able to operate cranes and fork lifts for moving heavy dies and material.

Education/Experience *High school diploma or equivalent *Must have satisfactorily completed a (4) year apprenticeship approved by the U.S. Department of Labor and have a valid Journeyman's Card.