Tool and Die Maker II

Cadence, Inc.; Cranston (RI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Training opportunities

Job summary

Cadence, Inc. in Cranston, RI is seeking a Tool Maker to perform bench, machine, and finishing operations to maintain and enhance precision fixtures. You will lead training for junior staff and work with a high-performing technical team in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

The role requires setup of tooling, complex fixture modifications, and supervision of tool room activities. Monday–Friday first shift, 7:00am–3:30pm, with overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Wire EDM and Esprit programming experience is a plus.
• Completion of a state sponsored Tool & Die or Mold Maker apprenticeship program or equivalent industry experience.
• 5+ years of related experience in tooling manufacturing
• Skilled in electrical and mechanical troubleshooting
• Soldering, brazing, and welding a plus.
• CNC programming and CAD experience (Solid Works) is a plus.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to quality.
• Solid computer skills a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plan, layout, and execute fixture and tooling maintenance work with minimal supervision.
• Modify and maintain complex fixtures to optimize performance.
• Operate and set up all Tool Room equipment and machinery.
• Perform advanced machine set-ups that may require tool modifications.
• Monitor and inspect tool performance and quality.
• Instruct and mentor other Toolmakers, Machinists, and Technicians.
• Operate overhead cranes as required.
• Assist in machine troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair.
• Maintain all documentation associated in tooling and machine setups.

Skills

Wire EDM

Esprit programming

5+ years tooling

Electrical troubleshooting

Soldering/Brazing/Welding

CNC programming

CAD (SolidWorks)

Strong organizational skills

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma

Tool & Die/Mold Maker apprenticeship

Tools

Wire EDM

Esprit

SolidWorks

Job description

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Full-Time Employee - 40 hr/week - 10 Hour Shift O3 Cranston, RI, US

Location: Cranston, RI
Job Type: Full-Time
Shift: Monday – Friday, 7:00am-3:30pm
Reports to: Operations Manager

About Cadence:

At Cadence, we improve product performance by building solution-oriented partnerships with our customers and delivering highly technical, measurable outcomes across medical, life sciences, automotive, and other advanced industries.

We’re an engineering company at heart—with over 75 engineers across our organization—and have built a legacy of over three decades of manufacturing excellence by doing what others consider impossible.

Position Summary:

As a Tool Maker, you’ll perform complex bench, machine, and finishing operations to maintain and enhance precision fixtures. You’ll play a key role in improving operations performance, leading training for junior staff, and working with a high-performing technical team in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, layout, and execute fixture and tooling maintenance work with minimal supervision.
• Modify and maintain complex fixtures to optimize performance.
• Operate and set up all Tool Room equipment and machinery.
• Perform advanced machine set-ups that may require tool modifications.
• Monitor and inspect tool performance and quality.
• Instruct and mentor other Toolmakers, Machinists, and Technicians.
• Operate overhead cranes as required.
• Assist in machine troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair.
• Maintain all documentation associated in tooling and machine setups.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Wire EDM and Esprit programming experience is a plus.
• Completion of a state sponsored Tool & Die or Mold Maker apprenticeship program or equivalent industry experience.
• 5+ years of related experience in tooling manufacturing
• Skilled in electrical and mechanical troubleshooting
• Soldering, brazing, and welding a plus.
• CNC programming and CAD experience (Solid Works) is a plus.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to quality.
• Solid computer skills a plus.

Benefits:

• Competitive pay
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement and ongoing training opportunities

Monday through Friday, first shift. 7am to 3:30pm, Overtime as needed.