Tool & Die Maker – 3rd Shift, Progressive Dies Expert

Professional Placement Services; Solon (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Professional Placement Services is seeking a Tool & Die Maker for a 3rd shift position in Ohio. You will work hands-on with progressive stamping dies, precision machining, die repair, and troubleshooting to keep tooling performing at peak levels.

The candidate should have Journeyman Tool & Die status or equivalent and 3+ years of experience, with expertise in progressive dies, die repairs, and blueprints. Wire EDM and CNC experience are advantageous.

Qualifications

• Journeyman Tool & Die card or equivalent required.
• 3+ years 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.
• Safety- and quality-focused with strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Journeyman Tool & Die

Progressive stamping dies

Die repair

Blueprint reading

Wire EDM

CNC machining

Mechanical aptitude

Self-motivated

Safety & quality focus

Job description

Professional Placement Services is seeking a Tool & Die Maker for a 3rd shift position in Ohio. You will work hands-on with progressive stamping dies, precision machining, die repair, and troubleshooting to keep tooling performing at peak levels.

The candidate should have Journeyman Tool & Die status or equivalent and 3+ years of experience, with expertise in progressive dies, die repairs, and blueprints. Wire EDM and CNC experience are advantageous.