Tool & Die Maker

ABB; Keyes Summit (MO); On-site; USD 58,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB in St. Louis, MO is seeking a Tool & Die Maker to read blueprints and CAD drawings, set up, manufacture, and modify tooling components to tight tolerances.

You will operate and maintain lathes, mills, grinders, and drills, inspect and repair dies, and contribute to continuous improvement and scrap reduction. The role requires at least 5 years of experience and on-site work.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Tool & Die Maker with demonstrated expertise in toolroom and machining operations.
• Proficient in operating drills, lathes, milling machines, grinders, and other precision metalworking equipment.
• Strong knowledge of die assembly, die operation, troubleshooting, and repair in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven ability to perform complex mathematical calculations using geometry, trigonometry, and algebra.
• Solid understanding of metallurgy and metal properties, including material selection and performance characteristics.
• Effective team player with strong communication skills; able to collaborate with engineers and machinists while working independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, CAD drawings, and design specifications to set up, manufacture, and modify tooling components to required tolerances.
• Operate, calibrate, and maintain toolroom equipment including lathes, mills, grinders, and drills to fabricate, repair, and finish tools and die components.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, assemble, repair, and test tools and dies to minimize downtime, support production continuity, and respond to equipment breakdowns.
• Drive continuous improvement, tooling efficiency, and scrap reduction initiatives; maintain accurate records in SAP, follow standard repair procedures, and report recurring equipment issues.
• Collaborate with engineers and machinists to plan and execute tooling projects.

Skills

Tool & Die Maker

Machining operations

Geometry & math

Metallurgy

Tools

Lathe

Milling machine

Grinder

Drill press

CAD drawings

Job description

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.This position reports to:Engineering Manager__At ABB, we help industries outrun - leaner and cleaner. Here, progress is an expectation - for you, your team, and the world. As a global market leader, we’ll give you what you need to make it happen. It won’t always be easy, growing takes grit. But at ABB, you’ll never run alone. Run what runs the world.The work model for the role is: Onsite, St.Louis, MOThis Position reports to: Tony Hernandez (2nd shift)Hourly pay range: $42.29-$47.25(Shift premium for 2nd & 3rd shift)Our Team DynamicsOur teams support each other, collaborate, and never stop learning. Everyone brings something unique, and together we push ideas forward to solve real problems. Being part of our team means your work matters - because the progress we make here creates real impact out there.Your role and responsibilities:Read and interpret blueprints, CAD drawings, and design specifications to set up, manufacture, and modify tooling components to required tolerances.Operate, calibrate, and maintain toolroom equipment including lathes, mills, grinders, and drills to fabricate, repair, and finish tools and die components.Inspect, troubleshoot, assemble, repair, and test tools and dies to minimize downtime, support production continuity, and respond to equipment breakdowns.Drive continuous improvement, tooling efficiency, and scrap reduction initiatives; maintain accurate records in SAP, follow standard repair procedures, and report recurring equipment issues.Qualifications for the role:Minimum 5 years of experience as a Tool & Die Maker with demonstrated expertise in toolroom and machining operations.Proficient in operating drills, lathes, milling machines, grinders, and other precision metalworking equipment.Strong knowledge of die assembly, die operation, troubleshooting, and repair in a manufacturing environment.Proven ability to perform complex mathematical calculations using geometry, trigonometry, and algebra.Solid understanding of metallurgy and metal properties, including material selection and performance characteristics.Effective team player with strong communication skills; able to collaborate with engineers and machinists while working independently with minimal supervision.What's in it for you We want you to bring your full self to work—your ideas, your energy, your ambition. You’ll have the tools and freedom to grow your skills, shape your path, and take on challenges that matter. Here, your work creates impact you can see and feel, every day.ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer for protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities at ABB.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their- sex (gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation), marital status, citizenship, age, race and ethnicity, inclusive of traits historically associated with race or ethnicity, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles, color, religious creed, national origin, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal and state law.For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following websites: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdfAs an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer for Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, applicants may request to review the plan of a particular ABB facility between the hours of 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. EST Monday through Friday by contacting an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762.Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ABB's career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762 or by sending an email to [e-mail]. Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner.MyBenefitsABB.comBuilding a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.Ready to make an impact?Apply today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.