Tool & Die Maker

Automatic Spring Products; Grand Haven (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Safety boots allowance

Job summary

Automatic Spring Products Corporation in Grand Haven, MI is seeking a Tool and Die maker. You will diagnose tooling issues, disassemble and repair or fabricate components, and reassemble tooling to blueprint specs. Focus on speed, accuracy, and minimal production disruption.

The role requires reading blueprints, using precision measurement tools, and maintaining safety and quality. Strong problem solving and teamwork are essential in this fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to function in a fast-paced, high-heat, team-oriented manufacturing environment.
• Basic computer skills and ability to navigate internal systems (e.g., PLEX).
• Ability to read and understand quality documentation and process standards.

Responsibilities

• Analyze tooling issues and diagnose defects.
• Disassemble and repair or fabricate components.
• Reassemble tooling to meet blueprint specifications.
• Read blueprints and verify dimensions with precision instruments.
• Promote a safe work environment and reduce downtime.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

MS Windows

PLEX

MS Outlook

MS Excel

MS Teams

Lean methodologies

Effective communication

Attendance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

PLEX

MS Windows

Job description

Full Time Grd 9 Grand Haven, MI, US

SUMMARY

The Tool and Die maker is responsible for independently diagnosing tooling issues, disassembling and repairing or fabricating components, and reassembling tooling to meet blueprint specifications. This position requires a strong focus on speed and accuracy, with minimal impact on production schedules wherever possible.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Operate and maintain basic machining equipment and tools, including:
• Lathe
• Manual Mill
• Drill Press
• Grinder
• Hand Tools
• Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, and models to determine materials and required fabrication processes.
• Verify and check dimensions, alignments, and clearances using precision instruments such as calipers, micrometers, gauge blocks and dial indicators.
• Promote and maintain a safe work environment by identifying and communicating safety concerns.
• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on tooling and related equipment.
• Troubleshoot advanced tooling issues to minimize downtime and support production efficiency.
• Actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and product quality.
• Follow manufacturing best practices to ensure safety, quality, and operational excellence.
• Foster positive working relationships with cross-functional teams.
• Provide guidance, coaching and knowledge-sharing to less experienced team members.
• Apply advanced troubleshooting skills to support toolroom operations and production needs.

COMPETENCIES

• Integrity
• Team player
• Flexibility and Adaptability

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to function in a fast-paced, high-heat, team-oriented manufacturing environment.
• Basic computer skills and ability to navigate internal systems (e.g., PLEX).
• Ability to read and understand quality documentation and process standards.
• Must regularly stand, walk, reach with hands and arms.
• Must be able to frequently lift or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 400 pounds with mechanical assistance (barrel cart).

TECHNICAL SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Proficient in computer use, including:
• MS Windows
• PLEX
• MS Outlook
• MS Excel
• MS Teams
• Understanding and application of common lean methodologies.
• Ability to communicate effectively with Supervisors and area Leads
• Regular and consistent attendance is essential.

SOFT SKILLS

• Clarity of speech and writing
• Knowing when to communicate
• Open-Mindedness
• Trustworthiness

PHYIAL DEMANDS

• Seated
• Standing
• Stooping
• Repetitive motion
• Lifting – and or move up to 35 pounds and occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Reaching
• Other – Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

REASONING ABILITY

• Ability to apply common sense to carry out detailed but straightforward written or oral instructions.
• Ability to deal with problems involving concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division in all units of measure.
• Ability to compute rates, ratios, and percentages, and to interpret bar graphs

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described below are representative of those a team member may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Regular exposure to moving mechanical parts .
• Noise levels in the work environment are typically moderate although hearing protection is required.
• Medical - 1st of the month following hire date.
• Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability, & Life Insurance
• Free ASPC Health and Wellness Clinic - located in Grand Haven
• $100 annually for safety boots
• Prescription safety glasses program
• Paid Holidays & your birthday is a paid holiday.

Automatic Spring Products Corporation is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Aff