Tool and Die Technician 2

Strattec Security Corporation; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

STRATTEC SECURITY CORPORATION in Milwaukee, WI is seeking a Tool and Die Technician 2 responsible for refurbishment, maintenance, repair, validation and inventory management of tooling and die components. The role requires expertise in grinding, polishing, welding repair techniques, heat-treat processing and preparation for external service providers.

You will operate surface grinders, weld tooling as needed, inspect parts with precision measuring tools, read drawings, validate inbound tooling,

Qualifications

• Grinding and finishing experience preferred.
• Inventory management knowledge preferred.
• Inspection tools and equipment experience.
• Basic reading, writing, math, organizational and computer skills.
• Mechanical aptitude assessment.

Responsibilities

• Utilize best practices for precision grinding and lapping die components to achieve specified finishes.
• Operate manual and automatic surface grinders, wheel dressers, and polishing equipment.
• Perform welding repairs on tooling and die components.
• Perform heat-treat processes according to specifications.
• Inspect tooling using micrometers, calipers, microscopes, magnifiers, and other measuring equipment.
• Read and interpret tool and die drawings to determine component condition.
• Validate inbound tooling for dimensional accuracy and readiness for production use.
• Prepare tooling for outbound repair and service activities including documentation and packaging.
• Maintain refurbished tooling kits and establish new kits as required.
• Manage spare tool inventory and issue work orders to maintain minimum stock levels.
• Assist Tool and Die Makers as needed.
• Perform minor machine maintenance including lubrication and greasing.
• Maintain records of repairs, heat treat activity, validation, and inventory transactions with all current software applications.
• Maintain 5S standards and follow all safety requirements.
• All other tasks as assigned.

Skills

Grinding

Inventory management

Inspection tools

Forklift license

Mechanical aptitude

Computer skills

Job description

Tool and Die Technician 2

Position Summary

The Tool and Die Technician 2 is responsible for the refurbishment, maintenance, repair, validation, and inventory management of tooling and die components. This position requires expertise in precision grinding, polishing, lapping, welding repair techniques, heat-treat processing, inbound tool validation, and preparation of tooling for external service providers.

Responsibilities

• Utilize best practices for precision grinding and lapping die components to achieve specified finishes.
• Operate manual and automatic surface grinders, wheel dressers, and polishing equipment.
• Perform welding repairs on tooling and die components.
• Perform heat-treat processes according to specifications.
• Inspect tooling using micrometers, calipers, microscopes, magnifiers, and other measuring equipment.
• Read and interpret tool and die drawings to determine component condition.
• Validate inbound tooling for dimensional accuracy and readiness for production use.
• Prepare tooling for outbound repair and service activities including documentation and packaging.
• Maintain refurbished tooling kits and establish new kits as required.
• Manage spare tool inventory and issue work orders to maintain minimum stock levels.
• Assist Tool and Die Makers as needed.
• Perform minor machine maintenance including lubrication and greasing.
• Maintain records of repairs, heat treat activity, validation, and inventory transactions with all current software applications.
• Maintain 5S standards and follow all safety requirements.
• All other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

• Grinding and finishing experience preferred
• Knowledge of inventory management preferred
• Inspection tools and equipment experience
• Basic reading, writing, math, organizational and computer skills
• Mechanical aptitude assessment
• Must hold or obtain a STRATTEC forklift operator license
• Acceptable attendance and work record requirements

STRATTEC SECURITY CORPORATION is an equal opportunity employer and practices affirmative action to recruit, hire, train, upgrade, transfer and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Job ID: 2026-8631

City: Milwaukee

Posted Date: 8 hours ago (9/28/2026 11:03 AM)

Shift: First