Tool & Die Maker, Intermediate - CAD/CNC Skilled

Virco Company; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Virco Company in Torrance, CA is seeking a skilled Tool & Die Technician to construct, maintain and repair production tooling to support efficient manufacturing.

You will study drawings, collaborate with CAD drafters, and assist in troubleshooting tooling issues while mentoring trainees as needed. The role demands precision, strong bench skills, and commitment to safety in a dynamic shop environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and 1 year of trade school in machining.
• Four years of experience in a machine shop, including drafting, blueprint reading, metallurgy, CAD, and computer experience.
• Design and build tooling with at least three years of tool and die experience.
• Good communication, math and analytical abilities.
• Teamwork, quality focus, flexibility, and ability to meet performance standards.
• Proficiency with micrometers, dial calipers, tape measures, dial indicators, mills, lathes, heat treatment procedures, drill presses, grinders, and shop tools.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass a driving background check.

Responsibilities

• Constructs, maintains, and repairs tooling for production needs.
• Assists in troubleshooting tooling issues with Manufacturing and Maintenance.
• Heat treats completed parts as needed.
• Studies drawings to plan operation sequences for tooling.
• Instructs trainees in the department as needed.
• Collaborates with CAD drafters on tooling design and processes.
• Supports other tool makers and cross‑department projects.
• Occasional overtime and general housekeeping duties.

Skills

Machining

Drafting

Blueprint reading

CAD

Tooling design

Communication

Mathematics

Teamwork

Driving

Education

HS Diploma + Machining Trade School

Tools

CAD

CNC

Mills

Lathes

Micrometers

Dial Calipers

Tape Measures

Dial Indicators

Drill Presses

Job description

Virco Company in Torrance, CA is seeking a skilled Tool & Die Technician to construct, maintain and repair production tooling to support efficient manufacturing.

You will study drawings, collaborate with CAD drafters, and assist in troubleshooting tooling issues while mentoring trainees as needed. The role demands precision, strong bench skills, and commitment to safety in a dynamic shop environment.