Tool Die Repair

Beckett Air; North Ridgeville (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Beckett Air, Incorporated seeks an experienced Tool & Die Maker to fabricate, repair, and calibrate precision tooling used in production. You will interpret engineering drawings and CAD models to produce high-quality dies and molds while maintaining tight tolerances.

Ideal candidates have a strong background in progressive die work, CAD/CAM tools, and a commitment to safety and quality standards. The role supports a flexible shift schedule with part-time options based on production needs.

Qualifications

• High School diploma/GED required.
• Tool & Die Apprenticeship or equivalent experience required.
• 5 years of hands-on toolroom experience focused on progressive die construction, maintenance, and repair.
• Strong knowledge of metal properties, machining processes, and heat treatment.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Experience with CAD/CAM software (AutoCAD, Gibbscam, SolidWorks) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Construct, modify, and repair progressive stamping dies from engineering drawings and CAD models.
• Perform precision machining, surface grinding, and bench work to maintain tolerances on punches and dies.
• Troubleshoot tooling issues on the press line during die tryouts and production runs.
• Fabricate, assemble, and maintain tools, dies, molds, jigs, and fixtures.
• Set up and operate manual lathes, mills, grinders, and other precision equipment.
• Inspect, test, and verify tools and dies meet quality standards and tolerances.
• Carry out routine maintenance and calibration on tools, dies, and fixtures.
• Safely handle large dies using carts, cranes, hoists, and lifting equipment.
• Collaborate with engineers and production to design tooling solutions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma/GED

Tool & Die Apprenticeship

Tools

AutoCAD

Gibbscam

SolidWorks

Job description

SHIFT SCHEDULE IS FLEXIBLE BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 5A - 2A. PART-TIME SCHEDULE AVAILABLE AS WELL.

Job Summary

The Tool & Die Maker is responsible for the fabrication, maintenance, repair, and calibration of precision tools, progressive dies, molds, jigs, gauges, and fixtures used in production. This role interprets engineering drawings, blueprints, and CAD models to produce high-quality components, ensuring tooling meets specifications and performs reliably.

Essential Functions

• Construct, modify, and repair progressive stamping dies from engineering drawings and CAD models with minimal supervison.
• Perform precision machining, surface grinding, and bench work to maintain critical tolerances on punches, die buttons, strippers, and forming inserts.
• Troubleshoot tooling issues on the press line during die tryouts and productions runs, identifying root causes of stip binding, burrs, and dimenstional drift.
• Fabricate, assemble, and maintain tools, dies, molds, jigs, and fixtures.
• Set up and operate manual lathes, mills, grinders, and other precision equipment.
• Inspect, test, and verify completed tools and dies to ensure they meet quality standards and tolerances.
• Perform routine maintenance and calibration on tools, dies, and fixtures.
• Safely handle large dies using die carts, cranes, hoists, and other lifting equipment.
• Collaborate with engineers, machinists, and production personnel to design and optimize tooling solutions.
• Maintain accurate records of tool maintenance, modifications, and repairs.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations, company policies, and quality standards.
• Perform precision measurements using micrometers, calipers, height gauges, and CMMs to verify tolerances.
• Maintains consistent, reliable, and predictable attendance. Because of the highly specialized nature of this role and its direct impact on plant-wide operations, physical presence and punctuality are essential to ensure uninterrupted production, safety, and workflow for all plant personnel.

Additional Responsibilities

• Attend meetings, training sessions, and workshops assigned.
• Perform other duties assigned to support team and operational goals.
• Communicate effectively with production personnel to troubleshoot and resolve tooling issues.
• Serves as role model, demonstrating behaviors that support Beckett Air’s Core Values of integrity, excellence and profound respect for the individual.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Qualifications

• High School diploma/GED
• Completion of Tool and Die Apprenticeship program or equivalent experience required.
• 5 years of hand-on toolroom expereince, with a heavy emphasis on progressive die construction, maintenance, and repair
• Strong knowledge of metal properties, machining processes, and heat treatment.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Ability to fabricate and assemble complex multi-cavity injection molds a plus.
• Experience with CAD/CAM software (e.g., AutoCAD, Gibbscam, SolidWorks) is a plus.
  

Licenses and Certifications

• None

SHIFT SCHEDULE IS FLEXIBLE BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 5A - 2A. PART-TIME SCHEDULE AVAILABLE AS WELL.

Job Summary

The Tool & Die Maker is responsible for the fabrication, maintenance, repair, and calibration of precision tools, progressive dies, molds, jigs, gauges, and fixtures used in production. This role interprets engineering drawings, blueprints, and CAD models to produce high-quality components, ensuring tooling meets specifications and performs reliably.

Essential Functions

• Construct, modify, and repair progressive stamping dies from engineering drawings and CAD models with minimal supervison.
• Perform precision machining, surface grinding, and bench work to maintain critical tolerances on punches, die buttons, strippers, and forming inserts.
• Troubleshoot tooling issues on the press line during die tryouts and productions runs, identifying root causes of stip binding, burrs, and dimenstional drift.
• Fabricate, assemble, and maintain tools, dies, molds, jigs, and fixtures.
• Set up and operate manual lathes, mills, grinders, and other precision equipment.
• Inspect, test, and verify completed tools and dies to ensure they meet quality standards and tolerances.
• Perform routine maintenance and calibration on tools, dies, and fixtures.
• Safely handle large dies using die carts, cranes, hoists, and other lifting equipment.
• Collaborate with engineers, machinists, and production personnel to design and optimize tooling solutions.
• Maintain accurate records of tool maintenance, modifications, and repairs.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations, company policies, and quality standards.
• Perform precision measurements using micrometers, calipers, height gauges, and CMMs to verify tolerances.
• Maintains consistent, reliable, and predictable attendance. Because of the highly specialized nature of this role and its direct impact on plant-wide operations, physical presence and punctuality are essential to ensure uninterrupted production, safety, and workflow for all plant personnel.

Additional Responsibilities

• Attend meetings, training sessions, and workshops assigned.
• Perform other duties assigned to support team and operational goals.
• Communicate effectively with production personnel to troubleshoot and resolve tooling issues.
• Serves as role model, demonstrating behaviors that support Beckett Air’s Core Values of integrity, excellence and profound respect for the individual.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Qualifications

• High School diploma/GED
• Completion of Tool and Die Apprenticeship program or equivalent experience required.
• 5 years of hand-on toolroom expereince, with a heavy emphasis on progressive die construction, maintenance, and repair
• Strong knowledge of metal properties, machining processes, and heat treatment.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Ability to fabricate and assemble complex multi-cavity injection molds a plus.
• Experience with CAD/CAM software (e.g., AutoCAD, Gibbscam, SolidWorks) is a plus.
  

Licenses and Certifications

• None

Shift is flexible between the hours of 5 a.m. to 2 a.m. the next day. Part-time work available too.