Tool & Die Apprentice: Hands-On Journeyman Path

American Trim; Wapakoneta (OH); On-site; USD 31,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

American Trim in Ohio offers an apprenticeship program to complete a State-Certified Apprenticeship and become a Registered Journeyperson – American Trim Tool and Die Maker. The program includes in‑house classroom and lab training with emphasis on safety, housekeeping, communication, and a strong desire to learn and contribute.

Under supervision, the Apprentice will learn to build, repair and replace tooling for various machines safely and efficiently, ensuring high-quality production.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Commitment to completing the Registered American Trim Apprenticeship Program (classroom, lab and on‑the‑job training).
• Demonstrated interest in hands‑on work and problem solving.
• Successful program completion judged by classroom and on‑the‑job performance.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on dies, jigs, fixtures and transfer units.
• Execute engineering changes, tool revisions and die modifications as required.
• Set up, operate and maintain service on tools such as lathes, milling machines, shaper and grinder.
• Perform precise machine operations to maintain close tolerances.
• Change internal die parts to produce new part numbers.
• Troubleshoot problem dies, jigs, fixtures and transfer units.
• Use precision measuring instruments and hand tools of the trade.
• Read and interpret blueprints or verbal/written instructions.
• Assist in maintaining inventory.
• Comply with safety standards and environmental requirements.
• Perform routine housekeeping and improvements in work areas.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Hands-on problem solving

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Commitment to completing the Registered American Trim Apprenticeship Program

Job description

American Trim in Ohio offers an apprenticeship program to complete a State-Certified Apprenticeship and become a Registered Journeyperson – American Trim Tool and Die Maker. The program includes in‑house classroom and lab training with emphasis on safety, housekeeping, communication, and a strong desire to learn and contribute.

Under supervision, the Apprentice will learn to build, repair and replace tooling for various machines safely and efficiently, ensuring high-quality production.