Tool & Die Maker

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401k

PTO

Relocation assistance

Great team environment

Job summary

Topdogengineers is hiring a Tool & Die Maker for our metal stamping division in AL. The role involves building and maintaining dies, ensuring readiness for production, and collaborating with multiple departments to meet tight quality standards.

The ideal candidate has 5–7 years with dies, knows GD&T, and can read blueprints. A journeyman cert is a huge plus, with relocation assistance available and great growth opportunities in a fast-growing company.

Qualifications

• High school diploma plus hands-on experience required.
• 5–7 years working with dies, including setup and repair.
• Ability to read blueprints and GD&T; journeyman certification a plus.

Responsibilities

• Build and repair metal stamping dies (progressive, transfer, deep draw).
• Collaborate with other departments to prepare dies for production.
• Identify and solve die-related problems on the shop floor quickly.
• Handle various tooling types (Stage/Form, Compound, Progressive).
• Conduct regular maintenance on dies to ensure precision.
• Assist process improvements to increase efficiency.
• Work with engineering and quality teams to uphold standards.

Skills

Dies setup

Dies repair

Blueprints reading

GD&T knowledge

Problem solving

Teamwork

Journeyman cert

CAD software

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 press
• 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