Tool & Die Maker 3

Leupold & Stevens, Inc.; Beaverton (OR); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading sports optics manufacturer in Oregon is seeking a skilled Tool & Die Maker 3 to join their Tool Room team. This role involves machining custom tooling and collaborating on high-quality projects. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in tool and die making, a strong understanding of shop mathematics, and excellent communication skills. Join a culture that values hard work and innovation, and enjoy benefits like health insurance and tuition reimbursement.

Benefits

Affordable health and dental insurance

Training and professional development programs

Tuition reimbursement

Company contributions up to 8% into a 401K

Profit sharing

Product discounts

Qualifications

• 10+ years of related experience in tool and die making.
• Expertise in tool and die practices, design, and construction.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop tools supporting manufacturing and assembly.
• Build, test, and maintain gauges; coordinate calibration.
• Troubleshoot and resolve tool and die issues.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Trade school training

Tools

CNC programming

Job description

Tool & Die Maker 3

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM

Base Pay Range: $38-$43 (DOE)

Join our talented Tool Room team, responsible for machining custom tooling, fixtures, and gauges with direct design input. We seek a skilled Tool & Die Maker 3 to enhance our team, focusing on high-quality work and projects like Gage Making, Dimple Dies, and Automated Fixturing. Be part of a legacy in a leading sports optics manufacturer, dedicated to in-house design and production in Oregon for over 100 years.

At Leupold and Stevens, we value hard work, innovation, and quality, fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture where team players thrive.

Our benefits include:

• Affordable health and dental insurance
• Training and professional development programs
• Tuition reimbursement
• Company contributions up to 8% into a 401K
• Profit sharing
• Product discounts

Responsibilities:

• Design and develop tools supporting manufacturing and assembly, utilizing specialized skills to analyze specifications, operate machine tools, and fabricate, maintain, and repair dies and gauges.
• Work from blueprints, sketches, and verbal descriptions to build, modify, and repair tools and dies, determining necessary tools and measurements.
• Review drawings, plan layouts, and ensure quality and conformance of machined parts.
• Build, test, and maintain gauges; coordinate calibration and maintain records.
• Develop performance specifications and collaborate with engineers for design improvements.
• Troubleshoot and resolve tool and die issues, perform maintenance, and ensure quality standards.
• Participate in R&D and project teams, lead projects, and mentor new employees.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent, trade school training, and 10+ years of related experience in tool and die making.
• Expertise in tool and die practices, design, and construction.
• Specialized skills in gauge making, millwright, or related areas.
• Strong understanding of shop mathematics, GD&T, and metal properties.
• Ability to interpret technical blueprints and operate shop machinery with high precision.
• Knowledge of CNC programming and software.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and teamwork skills.

Work Environment:

Manufacturing environment with exposure to noise and chemicals. Must use PPE, stand or sit for long periods, and lift up to 50 pounds with assistance. Capable of operating tools and machinery.

For application details, visit www.leupold.com/careers.