Tool & Die Repair Technician I: Hands-On Die Maintenance

Araymond; Logansport (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

ARaymond in Logansport, Indiana is seeking a Tool & Die Maker I to support tooling maintenance, repair, and fabrication for production dies used in manufacturing. Under supervision, you will assist with die changeovers, repairs, and hands-on skills development in tool room processes.

You will read blueprints, operate grinders, drill presses, milling machines, and precision measuring tools, collaborating with Production, Engineering, and Quality to ensure safety and quality standards are met.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in a manufacturing, machining, maintenance, or tool room environment preferred.
• Experience using hand tools, measuring devices, and basic machine shop equipment.
• Technical certification, apprenticeship training, vocational education, or equivalent experience in Tool & Die, Machining, or a related field preferred.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Willingness to learn Tool & Die repair, troubleshooting, and maintenance techniques.

Responsibilities

• Assist with maintaining, repairing, and performing changeovers of production dies and tooling.
• Support the fabrication, modification, and refurbishment of dies, fixtures, and tooling components.
• Learn to troubleshoot tooling issues and assist with repairs to meet production and quality requirements.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and work instructions with guidance as needed.
• Operate standard tool room equipment, including grinders, drill presses, milling machines, and measuring instruments.
• Verify tooling dimensions and specifications using precision measuring equipment.
• Assist senior Tool & Die Makers and Tool & Die Technicians with tooling repairs, improvements, and new tooling projects.
• Work closely with Production, Engineering, Quality, and other departments to support tooling needs.
• Maintain tooling records, repair logs, and other required documentation.
• Help maintain Tool Room equipment, tooling inventory, and work areas.
• Follow established procedures for die setup, maintenance, and repair activities.
• Participate in Continuous Improvement initiatives, 5S activities, and departmental projects.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Follow all company safety, quality, and environmental policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Blueprints interpretation

Attention to detail

Independent work

Communication & teamwork

Adaptability

Education

Technical certification or apprenticeship in Tool & Die or Machining

Tools

Grinders

Drill presses

Milling machines

Measuring instruments

Job description

ARaymond in Logansport, Indiana is seeking a Tool & Die Maker I to support tooling maintenance, repair, and fabrication for production dies used in manufacturing. Under supervision, you will assist with die changeovers, repairs, and hands-on skills development in tool room processes.

You will read blueprints, operate grinders, drill presses, milling machines, and precision measuring tools, collaborating with Production, Engineering, and Quality to ensure safety and quality standards are met.