Tool & Die Maker

Rolls-Royce; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 67,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

Rolls‑Royce is seeking a Journeyman Tool & Die Maker in Indianapolis, Indiana, on a 9/80 onsite schedule. Responsibilities include bench layouts, tooling fabrication, and precision inspections with CMM program work. Must have completed an apprenticeship and be a U.S. citizen.

Relocation assistance is not offered. The role requires lifting up to 30 lbs and a strong background in tooling and GD&T principles.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Completion of formal apprenticeship or equivalent training (8 years) to qualify as Journeyman Tool & Die Maker.
• U.S. citizenship required for eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Plan and make bench layouts of tools, dies, jigs, fixtures, and attachments with close tolerances.
• Perform first-article, in-process, and final dimension inspections.
• Load, modify, write, and troubleshoot CMM programs.
• Perform calibration checks and preventative maintenance on CMM probes and tools.
• Use precision measuring instruments such as sine bars, height gauges, micrometers, and standard gauges.
• Work from blueprints, sketches, or 3‑D models and instructions.

Skills

Bench layouts

First-article inspections

CMM programming

Calibration checks

Precision measurement

Blueprint reading

Gauge blocks & micrometers

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Formal apprenticeship or equivalent training

Tools

CMM software

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Tool & Die Maker (2 openings)

Working Pattern: Onsite 9/80 schedule

Working Location: Indianapolis, IN

A 9/80 compressed work week means an employee works 80 hours over nine days in a two‑week period. Generally, this means working nine hours Monday ‑ Thursday, with alternating eight‑hour Fridays and “off” Fridays.

Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Why Rolls‑Royce?

At Rolls‑Royce we are proud to be a business that has truly helped to shape the modern world and are committed to always being a force for progress; powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere.

By joining Rolls‑Royce, you’ll have the opportunity to create world‑class power and propulsion solutions, pushing your problem-solving and ingenuity, to deliver real impact that puts safety first.

You’ll be given responsibility and the opportunity to grow in our high-performance culture. This is Infinite Potential. And it’s your chance to really shine and contribute to one of the world’s most recognized brands and a beacon for engineering excellence.

Position Summary:

As a Journeyman Tool and Die Maker, you will plan and make bench layouts, fabricate and repair a wide variety of tooling; holding extremely close tolerances.

What you will be doing:

• Plan and make bench layouts of a variety of tools, gages, dies, jigs, fixtures, special machine parts and attachments, etc. holding extremely close tolerances
• Perform first-article, in-process, and final dimension inspections
• Load, execute, modify, write, and troubleshoot CMM programs
• Perform routine calibration checks and preventative maintenance on CMM probes and tools
• Use a variety of precision measuring instruments and equipment such as sine bars, height gauges, gate blocks, indicators, micrometers, standard gauges, etc.
• Work from blueprints, sketches, 3‑D models, verbal and written instructions
• Handle parts manually or with the aid of material handling equipment

Basic Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED (General Educational Development)
• Must have completed a formal apprenticeship or equivalent training 8 years of experience to qualify as a Journeyman Tool & Die Maker
• In order to be eligible for consideration, you must be a U.S. Citizen

Preferred Requirements:

• Training and experience in the fabrication of tooling and the set up and operation of tool room machines with knowledge of blueprint reading and shop math, including trigonometry and GD&T principles

Mental & Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift up to 30lbs

Our vision is to ensure that the quality and dynamism that shaped our history continues into our future. It’s a bold pursuit, and we never stop striving to go further, faster, and better. We lead progress, creating the technologies that move us forward. If you’re driven to grow, to learn, and to make a lasting difference, this is where you belong.

Rolls‑Royce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristics. We are committed to providing a respectful and non-discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued and everyone can thrive.

Infinite Potential

Closing date: October 9, 2026

Job Category

Factory Staff

Job Posting Date

21 Sep 2026; 00:09

Pay Range

Pay ranges for remote employees are based on the state where the employee resides and may vary from the posted range.

$37.99-Hourly

Location:

Indianapolis, IN

Benefits

Rolls‑Royce provides a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that includes base pay and a discretionary bonus plan. Eligible employees may have the opportunity to enroll in other benefits, including health, dental, vision, disability, life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance; a flexible spending account; a health savings account; 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match; Employee Assistance Program; Paid Time Off; certain paid holidays; paid parental and family care leave; tuition reimbursement; and a long‑term incentive plan. The options available to an employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as date of hire, employment type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.