Tool & Die Maker

Ppswork; Solon (OH); On-site; USD 48,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

PPS is seeking an experienced Tool & Die Maker for the 3rd shift in Solon, OH. This is a hands-on role involving progressive stamping dies, precision machining, die repair, and troubleshooting.

You will work in the toolroom and assist with press-side tooling needs, reading blueprints, performing die tryouts, and ensuring tight tolerances. Journeyman TD card or equivalent experience is required.

Qualifications

• Journeyman Tool & Die card or equivalent required.
• 3+ years of Tool & Die experience preferred.
• Experience with progressive stamping dies strongly preferred.
• Read blueprints and work to close tolerances.
• Wire EDM experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Build, modify, repair progressive, blanking, piercing, and forming dies.
• Troubleshoot tooling problems and perform emergency die repairs at the press.
• Machine replacement parts and tooling components, maintaining close tolerances.
• Operate mills, lathes, grinders, and other toolroom equipment.
• Read tooling drawings and specifications; perform die tryouts.
• Support CNC machining and Wire EDM operations when needed.

Skills

Journeyman TD card

Progressive stamping dies

Die repair

Troubleshooting

Precision machining

Blueprint reading

Close tolerances

Education

Journeyman TD credential

Tools

Wire EDM

CNC machining

Job description

Tool & Die Maker – 3rd shift – $35-$44+ DOE

PPS is seeking an experienced Tool & Die Maker for a growing manufacturing operation. This is a hands‑on opportunity for a skilled tradesperson with experience working with progressive stamping dies, precision machining, die repair, and troubleshooting.

The ideal candidate is comfortable working independently in the toolroom and jumping in at the press when production tooling needs immediate attention.

What You’ll Do

• Build, maintain, modify, and repair progressive, blanking, piercing, and forming dies.
• Troubleshoot tooling problems and perform emergency die repairs at the press.
• Perform die grinding, shimming, sharpening, fitting, and component replacement.
• Machine replacement parts and tooling components while maintaining close tolerances.
• Operate toolroom equipment including mills, lathes, grinders, and other precision machining equipment.
• Read and work from blueprints, tooling drawings, sketches, and specifications.
• Perform die tryouts and diagnose production and tooling issues.
• Recommend tooling improvements to increase reliability and reduce downtime.
• Assist with CNC machining and Wire EDM operations when needed.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment.

What We’re Looking For

• Journeyman Tool & Die card or equivalent Tool & Die experience required.
• 3+ years of Tool & Die experience preferred.
• Experience with progressive stamping dies strongly preferred.
• Strong die repair, troubleshooting, and precision machining skills.
• Ability to read blueprints and work to close tolerances.
• Wire EDM experience is a plus.
• CNC machining experience is beneficial.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem‑solving ability.
• Self‑motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Safety‑and quality‑focused with strong attention to detail.

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Job Number: 5203