Tool and Die Repair

Autokiniton; Lebanon (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Autokiniton is seeking a 2nd/3rd shift skilled Tool and Die Repair associate to join their team in Lebanon, Tennessee. As a Tool & Die Repair associate, you will be responsible for designing, building, and repairing tools, dies, jigs, and fixtures used in manufacturing. Essential tasks include reading blueprints, operating CNC machines, and inspecting finished products. Experience in hydraulics and welding is preferred, along with excellent English communication skills. Join us to contribute to the production of high-quality components.

Qualifications

• Experience with CNC machine tools such as lathes and milling machines.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for tooling or equipment issues.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints and sketches.
• Set up and operate CNC machine tools.
• Inspect finished dies for defects.
• Collaborate with engineers on tooling designs.

Skills

Experience repairing large dies

Proficiency in hydraulics systems

Excellent English language skills

Welding experience

Electrical knowledge

Ability to maintain a clean and organized work area

Job description

Job Overview

We are seeking a 2nd/3rd shift skilled Tool and Die Repair associate to join our team. As a Tool & Die Repair associate, you will be responsible for designing, building, and repairing tools, dies, jigs, and fixtures used in the manufacturing process. Your expertise in machining and metalwork will be essential in ensuring the production of high‑quality parts and components. This full‑time role is part of our team and reports to the Tool & Die Manager.

Duties

• Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, or specifications to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished workpieces.
• Set up and operate conventional or computer numerically controlled (CNC) machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, grinders, or EDM machines to fabricate parts.
• Fit and assemble parts to make, repair, or modify dies, jigs, gauges, and tools using hand tools or precision measuring instruments.
• Inspect finished dies for smoothness, contour conformity, and defects using precision measuring instruments.
• Test completed tools or dies to ensure that they meet specifications.
• Troubleshoot issues with tooling or equipment to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with engineers or tool designers to develop new tooling designs or modify existing ones.
• Maintain accurate records of tooling maintenance and repairs.
• Connect wiring and hydraulic lines to install electrical and hydraulic components.

Skills

• Experience repairing large dies both inside presses and outside presses.
• Proficiency in hydraulics systems.
• Excellent English language skills for clear communication.
• Welding experience for fabrication or repair work.
• Electrical knowledge for troubleshooting purposes.
• Ability to maintain a clean and organized work area.

Location: Clinton Township, Michigan Facility.

We are an equal‑opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. AUTOKINITON makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.