Tool & Die Maker

Remedy Staffing LLC; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Remedy Staffing LLC is seeking a skilled Tool & Die Maker to support manufacturing operations through planning, fabrication, assembly, repair, and optimization of tooling solutions.

This role builds and maintains tools, dies, jigs, fixtures, gauges, and related equipment while partnering with Manufacturing, Engineering, Tool Design, and Production teams to improve efficiency, quality, and manufacturability.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience setting up and operating CNC machines.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, datum structures, tolerances, and engineering drawings.
• Working knowledge of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing).
• Experience using precision measuring instruments including calipers, bore micrometers, dial indicators, and related gauges.
• Strong understanding of shop mathematics and measurement techniques.
• Ability to work any shift.

Responsibilities

• Plan, layout, fabricate, assemble, modify, repair, and validate tools, dies, jigs, fixtures, gauges, templates, and related equipment.
• Interpret tool design prints, sketches, and drawings to determine sequencing, tooling, materials, and machining requirements.
• Develop tooling solutions including dies, jigs, and fixtures.
• Provide input to clarify drawings or designs and collaborate with engineering and production teams.
• Recommend improvements to tooling design, fabrication methods, and material selection.
• Prepare sketches and layouts for tooling details and machining operations.
• Support setup, first-piece inspection, and tooling modification activities.
• Set up and operate machine tools and CNC equipment as needed.
• Perform tooling rework, repairs, inspections, and validation activities.
• Apply advanced shop mathematics and precision measurement techniques.
• Troubleshoot tooling failures and identify root causes.
• Develop corrective actions to improve quality and efficiency.
• Maintain documentation and records for tooling activities.

Skills

Hands-on tooling

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CNC machines

Calipers

Bore micrometers

Dial indicators

Job description

We are seeking a skilled Tool & Die Maker to support manufacturing operations through the planning, fabrication, assembly, repair, and optimization of tooling solutions. This role is responsible for building and maintaining tools, dies, jigs, fixtures, gauges, and related equipment while partnering across Manufacturing, Engineering, Tool Design, and Production teams to improve efficiency, quality, and manufacturability.

Responsibilities

• Plan, layout, fabricate, assemble, modify, repair, and validate tools, dies, jigs, fixtures, gauges, templates, and related equipment.
• Interpret tool design prints, sketches, engineering drawings, and established shop procedures to determine sequencing, tooling, materials, and machining requirements.
• Develop tooling solutions including blanking, piercing, and forming dies, drill jigs, machine fixtures, hand tools, and specialty attachments.
• Provide technical input where drawings or designs require clarification and collaborate with engineering and supervisory teams on manufacturable solutions.
• Recommend improvements to tooling design, fabrication methods, and material selection.
• Prepare sketches and layouts for tooling details and machining operations.
• Support setup, first-piece inspection, and tooling modification activities with design and production teams.
• Set up and operate machine tools and CNC equipment as needed.
• Perform tooling rework, repairs, inspections, and validation activities.
• Apply advanced shop mathematics, including trigonometry and precision measurement techniques.
• Troubleshoot tooling failures and identify root causes related to design, construction, materials, or usage.
• Develop corrective actions to improve quality, efficiency, and manufacturing cost.
• Maintain documentation, reports, and records supporting tooling activities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years of experience setting up and operating CNC machines.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, datum structures, tolerances, and engineering drawings.
• Working knowledge of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing).
• Experience using precision measuring instruments including calipers, bore micrometers, dial indicators, and related gauges.
• Strong understanding of shop mathematics and measurement techniques.
• Ability to work any shift.

Required Skills

• Hands-on tooling expertise.
• Strong problem-solving ability.
• Collaborative approach to improving manufacturing performance, tooling reliability, and production efficiency.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment.

Pay range and compensation package

No relocation assistance

No bonus, commission, overtime, or interview travel reimbursement

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are committed to diversity and inclusivity in our hiring practices.