Tool & Die Repair

Autokiniton Global Group; Milan (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401

14 paid holidays

Job summary

AUTOKINITON is seeking a 3rd shift Tool and Die Repair associate to join our Milan team in Michigan. You will repair and maintain dies, jigs, fixtures, and tools, read blueprints, and ensure parts meet specifications in a high-precision setting.

Ideal candidates have experience repairing large dies inside and outside presses, plus some welding or electrical knowledge. This role emphasizes safety, reliability, and collaboration across the manufacturing floor.

Qualifications

• Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, or specifications to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished workpieces
• Set up and operate conventional machine tools (lathes, milling machines, grinders) to fabricate parts
• Fit and assemble parts to make/repair/modify dies, jigs, gauges, and tools
• Inspect finished dies for smoothness, contour conformity, and defects using precision tools
• Test completed tools or dies to ensure specifications are met
• Troubleshoot tooling or equipment to identify root causes and corrective actions
• Maintain accurate records of tooling maintenance and repairs

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, or specifications to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished workpieces
• Set up and operate conventional machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, grinders to fabricate parts
• Fit and assemble parts to make, repair, or modify dies, jigs, gauges, and tools using hand tools or precision measuring instruments
• Inspect finished dies for smoothness, contour conformity, and defects using precision measuring instruments
• Test completed tools or dies to ensure that they meet specifications
• Troubleshoot issues with tooling or equipment to identify root causes and implement corrective actions
• Maintain accurate records of tooling maintenance and repairs

Skills

Die repair

English skills

Welding

Electrical knowledge

Tooling maintenance

Tools

Lathe

Milling machines

Grinders

Precision measuring

Job description

Tracking Code

11325

Position Type

Full-Time/Regular

We Are AUTOKINITON

AUTOKINITON is a Michigan-based automotive company delivering operational excellence, high-quality execution, and customer service. We offer 100% vertical integration capabilities such as end-to-end engineering, manufacturing, and in-house logistics.

We’re proud of our Tier 1 supplier legacy for manufacturing propulsion-agnostic, structural automotive components, and assemblies around the globe.

We are seeking a 3rd shift skilled Tool and Die Repair associate to join our Milan team. As a Tool & Die Repair associate, you will be responsibility for repairing and maintaining tools, dies, jigs and fixtures used in the manufacturing process. Your expertise in machining and metalwork will be essential in ensuring the production of high-quality parts and components.

This full-time role and is a part of our Milan team and reports to the Department Manager.

Duties:

• Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, or specifications to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished workpieces
• Set up and operate conventional machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, grinders to fabricate parts
• Fit and assemble parts to make, repair, or modify dies, jigs, gauges, and tools using hand tools or precision measuring instruments
• Inspect finished dies for smoothness, contour conformity, and defects using precision measuring instruments
• Test completed tools or dies to ensure that they meet specifications
• Troubleshoot issues with tooling or equipment to identify root causes and implement corrective actions
• Maintain accurate records of tooling maintenance and repairs

SKILLS

• Experience repairing large dies both inside presses and outside presses
• Excellent English language skills for clear communication
• Welding experience for fabrication or repair work (not required)
• Electrical knowledge for troubleshooting purposes (not required)
• Ability to maintain a clean and organized work area

Why you’ll enjoy working here:

Competitive Wages and Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with Company contribution match, and 14 paid holidays, including a bridge holiday in December.

Work-Life Balance: Many of our Associates have stayed with us for 25+ years! It takes a good work-life balance to make it that far. We support your personal and professional priorities as they impact your well-being.

Growth Opportunities: Take your career to the next level through tuition reimbursement programs, on-the-job training, learning management systems, and advancement opportunities from within our organization.

Learning and Development: We empower all our Associates – from entry-level to senior-level – with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in their current roles and beyond at AUTOKINITON.

AUTOKINITON Promotes a dynamic and collaborative work environment for everyone.

AUTOKINITON is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. AUTOKINITON makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.