Tool & Die Maker

Associated Staffing Inc.; Kearney (NE); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

PTO & holidays

Overtime opportunities

Indoor environment

Job summary

Associated Staffing Inc. is seeking a Tool & Die Maker for 2nd and 3rd shifts in a temperature-controlled, indoor environment.

You will build, repair, and service stamping dies and tooling, read blueprints, and perform precision machining to tight tolerances, while setting up CNC and manual equipment. Responsibilities include interpreting drawings, applying precision measurements, and collaborating with engineering and production teams to drive improvements.

Qualifications

• Experience building, servicing, and troubleshooting dies and tooling.
• Strong blueprint reading and precision measuring skills.
• CNC machining and programming experience (Haas, Hurco, Okuma, Mastercam or conversational programming).

Responsibilities

• Build, repair, troubleshoot, and service stamping dies, tooling, fixtures, gauges, jigs, and custom machine components.
• Read and interpret blueprints, prints, sketches, and technical drawings to plan and execute machining operations.
• Perform precision fitting, assembly, and machining work to close tolerances (.001").
• Set up and operate tool room equipment, including CNC and manual machinery.
• Support continuous improvement efforts by identifying tooling enhancements and collaborating with engineering and production teams.

Skills

Tool & Die Maker

Toolmaker

Machinist

Blueprint reading

Precision measurement

CNC machining

Tools

Haas

Hurco

Okuma

Mastercam

Conversational programming

Job description

Tool & Die Maker | 2nd and 3rd shift available

Position Summary & Responsibilities:

• Build, repair, troubleshoot, and service stamping dies, tooling, fixtures, gauges, jigs, and custom machine components.
• Read and interpret blueprints, prints, sketches, and technical drawings to plan and execute machining operations.
• Perform precision fitting, assembly, and machining work to close tolerances ( .001").
• Set up and operate tool room equipment, including CNC and manual machinery.
• Support continuous improvement efforts by identifying tooling enhancements and collaborating with engineering and production teams.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Starting wage: $29.00 - $40.00/hour, depending on experience.
• Additional retention Bonus: $1,000 after 6 months and an additional $1,000 after 1 year.
• Quarterly incentive bonus program (5% target, 2.5% guaranteed minimum).
• Full benefits package, PTO, and paid holidays.
• Available Shifts: 2nd Shift: 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM, 3rd Shift: 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM
• Overtime opportunities available, including 1-2 Saturday per month
• Clean, indoor, temperature-controlled work environment.
• Excellent long-term growth and advancement opportunities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Tool & Die Maker, Toolmaker, Machinist, or related manufacturing experience.
• Experience building, servicing, and troubleshooting dies and tooling.
• Strong blueprint reading and precision measuring skills.
• CNC machining and programming experience (Haas, Hurco, Okuma, Mastercam, or conversational programming preferred).
• Strong mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting ability, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining high quality and safety standards.

This is a full-time permanent position. Candidate will be directly hired on with the company day one.