Tool & Die Lead: Die Maintenance & Team Leadership

Simpson Strong-Tie Company Inc.; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 67,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonuses/commission

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Simpson Strong-Tie Company Inc. is seeking a Tool and Die Lead in Columbus, OH to safely maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and perform preventive maintenance on progressive dies. You will lead toolmakers, schedule work, coach team members, and coordinate tooling with vendors.

The shift runs Monday through Thursday from 4:00 pm to 2:30 am with overtime as needed. You will oversee die setup, maintenance, and cross-training, drive continuous improvement, and ensure safety and OSHA compliance across

Qualifications

• Associates degree or equivalent from a two-year college.
• 3–4 years related experience and/or training.
• Ability to read blueprints and tolerances.
• Experience with precision measuring tools (micrometers, calipers, height gauges).

Responsibilities

• Perform die changeovers, preventative maintenance, and inspection of dies.
• Lead and mentor toolmakers and technicians; set goals and provide feedback.
• Oversee setup, repair, and operation of progressive dies.
• Coordinate with vendors and manage tooling inventory.
• Ensure safety procedures and OSHA requirements are followed.

Skills

mathematical calculations

precision measurement tools

team leadership

communication

safety procedures

CAD software

Education

Associates Degree (A.A) or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

Smartsheet

Maintenance Connection

Spreadsheets

Job description

Simpson Strong-Tie Company Inc. is seeking a Tool and Die Lead in Columbus, OH to safely maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and perform preventive maintenance on progressive dies. You will lead toolmakers, schedule work, coach team members, and coordinate tooling with vendors.

The shift runs Monday through Thursday from 4:00 pm to 2:30 am with overtime as needed. You will oversee die setup, maintenance, and cross-training, drive continuous improvement, and ensure safety and OSHA compliance across