Tool & Die Maker

Topdogengineers; California; On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401k

PTO

Relocation help

Team environment

Job summary

Tool & Die Maker – Metal Stamping Company is seeking experienced professionals to build and maintain dies for automotive OEM and Tier 1 production. The role emphasizes setting up and fixing dies, working with large stamping presses, and collaborating with engineering and quality teams.

Ideal candidates have 5–7 years of die experience, ability to read CAD drawings and blueprints, and a solid understanding of tool steels and heat treating. Relocation assistance and strong benefits are available.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and strong hands-on experience.
• 5–7 years working with dies, including setup and repair.
• Experience with large stamping presses and complex tooling.
• Ability to read blueprints and CAD drawings; GD&T knowledge is a plus.
• Journeyman certification or equivalent experience is a plus.
• Understanding of tool steels, coatings and heat treating; strong teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Build and repair metal stamping dies (progressive, transfer, deep draw).
• Coordinate with other departments to ready dies for production.
• Solve die-related problems quickly on the shop floor.
• Handle different tooling types (Stage/Form, Compound, Progressive).
• Perform regular maintenance and precision work on dies.
• Contribute to process improvements and efficiency.
• Collaborate with engineering and quality to uphold high standards.

Skills

Hands-on experience

Read blueprints/CAD drawings

GD&T knowledge

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Job Description

Tool & Die Maker – Metal Stamping Company

Location: AL. | $30/hr to $40/hr Pending Experience + OT + Relocation Assistance (Great Package!)

There is NO SPONSORSHIP being considered for this job role. If you need sponsorship NOW or in the FUTURE - PLEASE DO NOT APPLY.

If You Don't Have Tool & Die Experience in the Automotive OEM or Tier 1 World - \"Please Don't Apply\"

Benefits: Full health coverage, 401k, PTO, great team environment

We're a fast-growing company that makes precision parts for cars. We're looking for experienced Tool & Die Makers to help us build and maintain the tools we need to launch new products.

What You’ll Do:

• Build and fix metal stamping dies (progressive, transfer, and deep draw)


• Work with other departments to get dies ready for production


• Solve problems with dies quickly on the shop floor


• Handle different types of tooling (Stage/Form, Compound, Progressive)


• Do regular maintenance and precision work on dies


• Help improve processes and make things more efficient


• Team up with engineering and quality to ensure high standards

What You Need:

• High school diploma + strong hands-on experience


• 5–7 years working with dies, especially setting up and fixing them


• Experience with big stamping presses and complex tooling


• Able to read blueprints and CAD drawings (plus knowledge of GD&T) HUGE PLUS!


• Journeyman certification or similar experience is a HUGE PLUS!


• Good understanding of tool steels, coatings, and heat treating


• Great at problem-solving and teamwork

Why Work With Us:

• You'll report directly to the Tooling Manager


• Room to grow your career or move into leadership


• Health, dental, vision insurance (starts next month)


• 401k with company match, paid time off, and holidays


• Relocation help available for the right person

Company Description

Professional Engineering Recruitment