Tool & Die Maintenance Technician

Action Industries Inc; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Action Industries Inc. in Evansville, IN is seeking a skilled General Machinist to join our tooling and maintenance team.

You will operate manual mills, lathes and surface grinders to repair, modify and fabricate dies, sizers, molds, and related tooling components according to blueprints and specs. With 3–5 years of machinist experience in tooling or manufacturing and a high school diploma, you’ll read drawings, use calipers and micrometers, perform precision measurements, and support

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3–5 years of machinist experience in tooling or manufacturing.
• Proficient with manual mills, lathes, and surface grinders.
• Experience repairing dies, molds, or precision tooling.
• Ability to read blueprints and use precision measuring instruments.
• Ability to work independently in a small-shop environment.
• Preferred: Welding or fabrication experience.
• Preferred: Forklift or overhead crane experience.

Responsibilities

• Repair, maintain, and modify dies, sizers, molds, and related tooling components.
• Operate manual mills, lathes, surface grinders, and saws (no CNC on-site).
• Perform precision measurements using calipers, micrometers, indicators, and other tools.
• Disassemble, inspect, repair, and reassemble tooling for injection molding.
• Support tooling changeovers and setup activities for production operations.
• Conduct preventative maintenance on molds, dies, and tooling systems.
• Troubleshoot tooling issues and recommend corrective actions.
• Fabricate replacement components and tooling parts as required.
• Read and interpret blueprints, tooling drawings, and technical specs.

Job description

Description

Position Summary:

We are seeking a skilled General Machinist to join our manufacturing and maintenance team specializing in tooling repair and maintenance for dies, sizers, and injection molding tooling. The ideal candidate will have hands‑on experience operating manual machine shop equipment including milling machines, lathes, saws and surface grinders, along with strong mechanical aptitude related to injection molding tooling assembly, changeovers, and preventative maintenance activities.

This position requires a detail-oriented individual capable of troubleshooting, repairing, fabricating, and maintaining precision tooling to support production operations.

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Key Responsibilities

Repair, maintain, and modify dies, sizers, molds, and related tooling components

Operate manual machining equipment including: (No CNC machining on-site)

• Milling machines
• Engine lathes
• Surface grinders
• Horizontal and vertical bandsaws

Perform precision measurements using calipers, micrometers, indicators, and other inspection tools

Disassemble, inspect, repair, and reassemble injection molding tooling

Support tooling changeovers and setup activities for production operations

Conduct preventative maintenance on molds, dies, and tooling systems

Troubleshoot tooling issues and recommend corrective actions

Fabricate replacement components and tooling parts as required

Read and interpret blueprints, tooling drawings, and technical specifications

Maintain clean and organized work areas while following safety procedures

Work closely with production, maintenance, and engineering teams to minimize downtime

Requirements

Requirements

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 3-5 years of machinist experience in a tooling or manufacturing environment
• Proficient operation of manual mills, lathes, and surface grinders
• Experience repairing dies, molds, sizers, or precision tooling
• Knowledge of injection molding tooling and mold construction
• Experience with tooling assembly, changeovers, and preventative maintenance
• Ability to read blueprints and use precision measuring instruments
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to work independently in a small‑shop environment

Preferred:

• Welding or fabrication experience preferred
• Familiarity with hot runner systems and mold cooling systems
• Forklift or overhead crane experience

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Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Frequent bending, reaching, and manual handling of tooling components
• Ability to work safely around machine shop equipment

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Work Environment

• Small manufacturing/toolroom environment (Air Conditioned small tooling shop)
• Exposure to machine noise, oils, coolants, and metalworking operations
• Team‑oriented atmosphere with hands‑on problem solving
• Works along side Maintenance team to fix/repair machines, tooling and parts, etc.

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Desired Traits

• Strong attention to detail
• Reliable and dependable
• Self‑motivated with good time management
• Pride in craftsmanship and quality workmanship
• Positive attitude and willingness to support team operations