Tool & Die Maker - 2nd Shift (Onsite)

ABB; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 58,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB in Saint Louis, MO is seeking a Tool & Die Maker to read and interpret blueprints and CAD drawings to set up tooling, operate precision equipment, and meet tight tolerances. You will inspect, repair, and test dies, while driving continuous improvement and tooling efficiency on the shop floor.

This onsite role reports to an Engineering Manager and carries a shift premium for 2nd and 3rd shifts. The position emphasizes collaboration with engineers and machinists to keep production running

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Tool & Die Maker.
• Proficient in operating drills, lathes, milling machines, grinders and other precision metalworking equipment.
• Strong knowledge of die assembly, operation, troubleshooting, and repair.

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.

Skills

Team player

Strong communication

Mathematical calculations

Problem solving

Tools

Drills

Lathes

Milling machines

Grinders

Job description

ABB in Saint Louis, MO is seeking a Tool & Die Maker to read and interpret blueprints and CAD drawings to set up tooling, operate precision equipment, and meet tight tolerances. You will inspect, repair, and test dies, while driving continuous improvement and tooling efficiency on the shop floor.

This onsite role reports to an Engineering Manager and carries a shift premium for 2nd and 3rd shifts. The position emphasizes collaboration with engineers and machinists to keep production running