Tool and Die Technician

Daikin Applied Ltd.; Owatonna (MN); On-site; USD 49,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401K match

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Daikin Applied in Owatonna, MN is seeking a Tool and Die Technician for 2nd shift (4:00 PM – 2:30 AM, Mon-Thu). Under limited supervision you will set up and operate machine tools, assemble parts, and maintain industrial machines to fabricate or repair components.

You will diagnose malfunctions, dismantle equipment, install parts, test assemblies, study blueprints, and work with engineers to resolve machining issues. This is a growth-oriented role at a Forbes-recognized global company.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree from a two-year college or university in Machining Tool and Die or Machine Tool Programming.
• Three years experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Observes and listens to operating machines or equipment to diagnose machine malfunction and determine need for adjustment or repair.
• Dismantles machine or equipment to examine parts for defect or to remove defective part.
• Installs or replaces defective part in mechanisms, machines or equipment with new part or repairs or reproduces part from various kinds of metal stock.
• Test operates machine to verify dimensions and alignment of assembly, and conformance of finished work piece to specifications for verification of correction of malfunction.
• Develops specifications from general description and draws sketch of part or product to be fabricated.
• Studies blueprints, sketches, machine parts or specifications to determine type and dimensions of metal stock required.
• Confers with engineers, production personnel, programmers, or others to resolve machining or assembly problems.
• Measures, marks, and scribes dimensions and reference points on metal stock surfaces.
• Selects, aligns, and secures holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on machines such as mills, lathes, and grinders.
• Calculates and sets controls to regulate machining factors such as speed, feed, coolant flow, and depth and angle of cut, or enters commands to retrieve, input, or edit computerized machine control media according to type of operation and specified material and finish.
• Instructs operators or other workers in machine setup and operation.
• Changes worn cutting tools and adjusts operation of machine such as cutting speed, feed rate or depth of cut when required.
• Maintains and lubricates machine tools and equipment.

Skills

Machining

Blueprint reading

Machine setup

Quality inspection

Education

Associate's Degree in Machining Tool and Die

Tools

Milling

Lathe

Grinder

Job description

About the Role

Join the world's largest HVAC company, named by Forbes as one of America's Best-In-State Employers 2025! Daikin Applied is seeking a talented and eager Tool and Die Technician. Under limited supervision and with minimal technical guidance, this position sets up and operates variety of machine tools and fits and assembles parts to fabricate or repair machine tools and maintain industrial machines by performing the following duties. Come be a part of an exciting journey at Daikin Applied, where innovation and excellence drive our every endeavor!

Location and Shift

Location:Owatonna, MN Shift: 2nd Shift - 4:00 PM - 2:30 AM, Monday - Thursday

What you will do

• Observes and listens to operating machines or equipment to diagnose machine malfunction and determine need for adjustment or repair.
• Dismantles machine or equipment to examine parts for defect or to remove defective part.
• Installs or replaces defective part in mechanisms, machines or equipment with new part or repairs or reproduces part from various kinds of metal stock.
• Test operates machine to verify dimensions and alignment of assembly, and conformance of finished work piece to specifications for verification of correction of malfunction.
• Develops specifications from general description and draws sketch of part or product to be fabricated.
• Studies blueprints, sketches, machine parts or specifications to determine type and dimensions of metal stock required.
• Confers with engineers, production personnel, programmers, or others to resolve machining or assembly problems.
• Measures, marks, and scribes dimensions and reference points on metal stock surfaces.
• Selects, aligns, and secures holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on machines such as mills, lathes, and grinders.
• Calculates and sets controls to regulate machining factors such as speed, feed, coolant flow, and depth and angle of cut, or enters commands to retrieve, input, or edit computerized machine control media according to type of operation and specified material and finish.
• Instructs operators or other workers in machine setup and operation.
• Changes worn cutting tools and adjusts operation of machine such as cutting speed, feed rate or depth of cut when required.
• Maintains and lubricates machine tools and equipment.

What’s in it for you

• Medical/Dental/Vision coverage, PTO, 401K match, support for community involvement and much more
• The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth
• The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate's Degree from a two-year college or university in Machining Tool and Die or Machine Tool Programming.
• Three years experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Benefits

• Multiple medical insurance plan options + dental and vision insurance
• 401K retirement plan with employer contributions matching 100% of the first 3% of employee contributions and 50% on the next 2% of employee contributions
• Company provided life insurance + optional employee paid voluntary life insurance, dependent life coverage and voluntary accident coverage
• Short term and long term disability
• 3 weeks of paid time off for new employees + 11 company paid holidays
• Vacation accrues on a monthly basis, unless applicable federal, state and local law requires a faster accrual
• Paid sick time in accordance of the federal, state and local law
• Paid parental leave and tuition reimbursement after 6 months of continuous service
• The typical hourly range for this position ranges from $23.66 - $36.59/hour in Minnesota. The range displayed represents the pay range for all positions in the job grade which this position falls. Individual base pay will depend on a wide range of factors including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

has context menu If you're looking for an engaging career with growth opportunities in a supportive environment, you'll love a career at Daikin Applied!

Company Culture

Building a more sustainable planet. Creating comfortable, healthy spaces for people to connect, live and work. Perfecting the air we share. Daikin Applied is not just an HVAC company. We're part of a global technology powerhouse that uses Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) to transform the world. We're innovators and leaders. Not only as a business, but as individuals. And we are honored to say we were named to Forbes' America's Best-In-State Employers list for 2025, ranking #1 in Minnesota for Manufacturing and Engineering. You see, we're not just innovating on the outside. We're innovating on the inside to unlock people's unlimited potential and bring out the diverse and groundbreaking ideas that will help us solve today's most pressing challenges. That's why Daikin offers more than a job. Here's where you'll be heard, be valued, belong -- and be able to make your mark. Over the past several years, we’ve proudly welcomed several organizations into our family, each bringing unique strengths, deep expertise, and talented teams. As we continue to grow, these partners play a vital role in expanding our capabilities and shaping the future of our organization. Whichever Daikin Applied company you join, you’ll be part of a unified, supportive environment where you can make an impact and grow your career.