Tool and Die Maker II

Cadence, Inc.; DeLand (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Cadence, Inc. in DeLand, FL is seeking a Full-Time Tool & Die Maker II to enhance precision high-speed stamping dies. As part of a high-performing team, you will conduct complex operations, manage die performance, and provide mentorship to junior staff.

The position requires 5+ years of tooling experience, a high school diploma, and preferably, completion of a Tool & Die apprenticeship. We offer competitive pay, health benefits, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of related experience in tooling manufacturing.
• Completion of a Tool & Die apprenticeship program or equivalent.
• Strong computer skills and knowledge of CAD a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex bench, machine, and finishing operations.
• Plan and execute die maintenance work with minimal supervision.
• Instruct and mentor other Toolmakers and Technicians.

Skills

CNC programming

Electrical troubleshooting

Soldering

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tool & Die Maker apprenticeship

CAD experience (Solid Works)

Tools

Wire EDM

Forklift

Job description

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Full-Time Employee - 40 hr/week - 10 Hour Shift O3 Deland, FL, US

Location: Deland, FL
Job Type: Full-Time
Shift: Monday – Friday, 8am-5pm (1 hour unpaid lunch), overtime and weekends possible when needed.
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.

Why Join Us?

• We attract and develop high-performing people.
• We foster a diverse and inclusive workplace.
• We encourage learning through experimentation and a supportive environment.
• We give back to the communities where we live and work.

Position Summary:

As a Tool & Die Maker II, you’ll perform complex bench, machine, and finishing operations to maintain and enhance precision high speed stamping dies and fixtures. You’ll play a key role in improving die 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 die maintenance work with minimal supervision.
• Modify and maintain complex injection moldings and 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 die performance and quality.
• Instruct and mentor other Toolmakers, Machinists, and Technicians.
• Operate forklift trucks and overhead cranes as required.
• Assist in machine troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair.
• Maintain all documentation in the maintenance program.

Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Wire EDM and Esprit programming experience 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 and CNC programming with CAD experience (Solid Works).

Skilled in electrical troubleshooting.

Soldering, brazing, and welding a plus.

Fork truck certification (training provided) a plus.

Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to quality.

Solid computer skills a plus.

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