Tool & Die Maker: Precision Machining & Growth Path

Solatube; Red Lion (York County); On-site; USD 101,119,972 - 111,549,782; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Disability insurance

Theft insurance

Dental & Vision benefits

Job summary

Tate Inc. in Red Lion, PA, is hiring a Tool and Die Maker to fabricate, repair, and maintain tooling for production. The role covers machining, assembly, and troubleshooting of tools and dies, contributing to tooling reliability and product quality.

The position requires reading blueprints, performing precise measurements, and ensuring dimensional accuracy. You will collaborate with engineering and production teams to support efficient manufacturing and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; technical training preferred.
• 2-4 years of experience in tool and die or machining environments preferred.
• Strong understanding of machining processes and tooling operations.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints.
• Experience using precision measurement tools and equipment.
• Basic knowledge of CNC machining is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and quality.
• Strong problem‑solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Own tooling tasks by fabricating and repairing dies to production standards.
• Operate machining equipment including lathes, mills, and grinders.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and tooling specifications.
• Assemble and adjust tooling components to meet dimensional requirements.
• Perform precision measurements using callipers, micrometres, and gauges.
• Support tool builds and modifications based on engineering requirements.
• Inspect tooling to identify wear, damage, or performance issues.
• Repair or replace tooling components to restore functionality.
• Troubleshoot tooling issues impacting production performance or quality.
• Perform preventative maintenance to extend tool life and reliability.
• Document tooling repairs, adjustments, and maintenance activities.
• Support production teams with tooling‑related technical assistance.

Skills

Machining

Tooling operations

Blueprint reading

Precision measurement

CNC knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CNC Machining

Job description

Tate Inc. in Red Lion, PA, is hiring a Tool and Die Maker to fabricate, repair, and maintain tooling for production. The role covers machining, assembly, and troubleshooting of tools and dies, contributing to tooling reliability and product quality.

The position requires reading blueprints, performing precise measurements, and ensuring dimensional accuracy. You will collaborate with engineering and production teams to support efficient manufacturing and continuous improvement.