Tool & Die Technician

Troy Design Manufacturing Company; Shelbyville (KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Troy Design Manufacturing Co. is seeking a skilled Tool & Die Technician in Shelbyville, KY. The role combines tool making and die repair to ensure tooling and stamping dies produce high-quality parts efficiently.

Relocation assistance is available and responsibilities include tool fabrication, setup of CNC and precision equipment, and die troubleshooting. The ideal candidate has 4+ years in tooling, GD&T, and experience with manual and CNC processes, with a focus on safety and quality

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Technical certificate or completion of Tool & Die apprenticeship preferred.
• Minimum 4 years of tool making or die repair experience in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate tools, jigs, fixtures, gauges and replacements using manual and CNC equipment.
• Set up and operate mills, lathes, surface grinders, EDM machines and verify dimensions.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot and repair stamping dies during production and maintenance.
• Document tooling builds and revisions with traceability.
• Collaborate with engineering to improve tooling and support launches.
• Maintain safe, clean and organized work area; support continuous improvement.

Skills

Tooling knowledge

Die repair

Blueprints & GD&T reading

CNC machining

Quality craftsmanship

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tool & Die apprenticeship

Technical certificate

Tools

Mills

Lathes

EDM machines

Surface grinders

Micrometers

Calipers

Blueprints reading tools

Job description

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STC - General Full Time Shelbyville, KY, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1186

Department: Maintenance / Tool Room

Reports To: Tool Room Supervisor or Maintenance Manager

Company: Troy Design and Manufacturing Co.

Position Summary

The Tool & Die Technician supports production by building, maintaining, and repairing precision tooling and stamping dies. This position combines two primary functions — Tool Making and Die Repair — to ensure that tooling and dies are capable of producing high-quality parts efficiently and reliably. Relocation assistance is available.

A. Tool Making Responsibilities

• Fabricate new tools, jigs, fixtures, gauges, and replacement components using manual and CNC machining equipment.
• Manufacture precision parts to blueprint or CAD specifications, maintaining close tolerances and surface finishes.
• Set up and operate mills, lathes, surface grinders, EDM machines, and other precision shop equipment.
• Inspect and verify dimensions and fit using micrometers, calipers, height gauges, and other precision instruments.
• Work with engineering to design, modify, or improve tooling to support production and new product launches.
• Maintain and organize raw material, tooling components, and shop supplies for efficient workflow.
• Document all tooling builds and revisions, maintaining traceability and version control.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair stamping dies (progressive, transfer, and line) during production and scheduled maintenance.
• Perform die teardown, cleaning, sharpening, and component replacement as needed.
• Identify root causes of die-related quality or dimensional issues and implement effective corrective actions.
• Conduct preventative maintenance and periodic die inspections per schedule to minimize unplanned downtime.
• Adjust and align die components such as punches, die buttons, guide pins, strippers, and pressure systems to ensure proper operation.
• Collaborate with production, quality, and engineering teams to optimize die performance and improve part quality.
• Maintain accurate die maintenance and repair records.

C. General Responsibilities

• Follow all safety and environmental procedures, maintaining a clean and organized work area.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to tooling, quality, and process reliability.
• Assist with training or mentoring of less experienced technicians as required.

Qualifications

• Education & Experience
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical certificate or completion of Tool & Die apprenticeship preferred.
• 4 year minimum of experience in tool making, die repair, in a manufacturing environment.
• Precision Machining preferred
• Knowledge & Skills Required
• Casting, injection molding and hand casting experience preferred
• Welding, Surface Repair & Finishing. Use welding techniques as TIG (GTAW), Arc (SMAW), Mig/Mag (GMAW) laser(LBW) to repair, restore, or modify die surfaces by hand
• Skilled in hand-molding, grinding, polishing, and finishing complex geometry areas with precision.
• Strong understanding of stamping dies, die components, and tool steel properties.
• Skilled in machining operations, heat treatment, and precision assembly.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, GD&T, and part drawings.
• Experience with manual and CNC equipment operation and setup.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving ability.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality craftsmanship.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Fine motor skills for detailed assembly and precision machining.
• Ability to work overtime or alternate shifts as required by production schedules.

Tool & Die Technician

Department: Maintenance / Tool Room

Reports To: Tool Room Supervisor or Maintenance Manager

Company: Troy Design and Manufacturing Co.

Position Summary

The Tool & Die Technician supports production by building, maintaining, and repairing precision tooling and stamping dies. This position combines two primary functions — Tool Making and Die Repair — to ensure that tooling and dies are capable of producing high-quality parts efficiently and reliably. Relocation assistance is available.

A. Tool Making Responsibilities

• Fabricate new tools, jigs, fixtures, gauges, and replacement components using manual and CNC machining equipment.
• Manufacture precision parts to blueprint or CAD specifications, maintaining close tolerances and surface finishes.
• Set up and operate mills, lathes, surface grinders, EDM machines, and other precision shop equipment.
• Inspect and verify dimensions and fit using micrometers, calipers, height gauges, and other precision instruments.
• Work with engineering to design, modify, or improve tooling to support production and new product launches.
• Maintain and organize raw material, tooling components, and shop supplies for efficient workflow.
• Document all tooling builds and revisions, maintaining traceability and version control.

B. Die Repair Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair stamping dies (progressive, transfer, and line) during production and scheduled maintenance.
• Perform die teardown, cleaning, sharpening, and component replacement as needed.
• Identify root causes of die-related quality or dimensional issues and implement effective corrective actions.
• Conduct preventative maintenance and periodic die inspections per schedule to minimize unplanned downtime.
• Adjust and align die components such as punches, die buttons, guide pins, strippers, and pressure systems to ensure proper operation.
• Collaborate with production, quality, and engineering teams to optimize die performance and improve part quality.
• Maintain accurate die maintenance and repair records.

C. General Responsibilities

• Follow all safety and environmental procedures, maintaining a clean and organized work area.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to tooling, quality, and process reliability.
• Assist with training or mentoring of less experienced technicians as required.

Qualifications

• Education & Experience
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical certificate or completion of Tool & Die apprenticeship preferred.
• 4 year minimum of experience in tool making, die repair, in a manufacturing environment.
• Precision Machining preferred
• Knowledge & Skills Required
• Casting, injection molding and hand casting experience preferred
• Welding, Surface Repair & Finishing. Use welding techniques as TIG (GTAW), Arc (SMAW), Mig/Mag (GMAW) laser(LBW) to repair, restore, or modify die surfaces by hand
• Skilled in hand-molding, grinding, polishing, and finishing complex geometry areas with precision.
• Strong understanding of stamping dies, die components, and tool steel properties.
• Skilled in machining operations, heat treatment, and precision assembly.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, GD&T, and part drawings.
• Experience with manual and CNC equipment operation and setup.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving ability.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality craftsmanship.
• High Pressure Die Casting experience preferred

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Fine motor skills for detailed assembly and precision machining.
• Ability to work overtime or alternate shifts as required by production schedules.

Shift Flexibility Required:
Day, Afternoon, and Night Shifts - M-F, 8hrs
Weekend Shifts - Alternating Work Schedule; 12 hour shifts Fri-Sunday, and alternating Mondays.