Tool & Die Technician 2nd Shift

Cornerstone Building Brands; Gaffney (SC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Tool and Die Technician to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for repairing and maintaining dies and tooling, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and supporting production efficiency. This position offers a chance to work with advanced metalworking tools and collaborate with engineers and machinists in a supportive environment. With a commitment to continuous improvement and a focus on community contribution, this company provides a rewarding workplace where your expertise will have a significant impact. If you are passionate about craftsmanship and safety, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Benefits

Dental Benefits

Vision Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Holidays

401k

Tuition Reimbursement

Training and Professional Development

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a Tool and Die Maker.
• Extensive knowledge of metalworking tools and die assembly.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain dies and tooling according to specifications.
• Set up and operate various machine tools for fabrication.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and procedures.

Skills

Blueprint Reading

Metal Shaping

Troubleshooting

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Safety Compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Journeyman Tool and Die Maker Certification

Two-Year Degree in Related Field

Tools

Drills

Milling Machines

Grinders

Lathes

Measuring Tools (Calipers, Micrometers)

Microsoft Office

Job description

JOB DETAILS

Base Pay $26.00- $34.00 per hour plus $1.00 shift differential

2nd Shift Monday- Friday 3PM- 11PM

Employment Benefits start on day 1

Weekly Pay

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Tool and Die Technician repairs, and maintains dies, fixtures, and all other tooling in conformance to customer and/or company specifications per control plans. Analyzes specifications, lays out metal stock, set up and operate machine tools, and fits and assembles parts to make and repair dies, cutting tools, jigs, fixtures, gauges, and machinists' hand tools. Maintains a safe working environment by ensuring compliance with procedures and safety regulations. The Tool and Die Maker will report to the Maintenance Manager.

• Reading and Interpreting Blueprints, design schematics and CAD drawings.
• Visualizing and computing metal shapes and tolerances.
• Design jigs and templates as supports in the fabrication of parts.
• Setting up and operate grinders, mills, lathes, drill presses, parts cleaning, basic ovens, band saws, jib hoists.
• Cutting and shaping blocks to specified dimensions. Grinding carbide, fit and assemble parts to make, repair or modify dies, jigs, gauges using machine and hand tools.
• Assemble and disassemble tools and die parts supporting the production areas to guarantee tools are repaired on time to ensure the continuous production and increase plant productivity.
• Inspecting tools and dies for defects, perform repairs.
• Support our culture of sustained continuous improvement programs with the Corner Stone Building Brands organization.
• Support Tooling Efficiency Improvement and Scrap Reduction Projects. Follow Standard Operating Procedures for Die Repairs and keep detailed records of tool maintenance, repairs, change overs.
• Comply & promote all environmental, health & safety programs, laws and regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned or necessary.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and Journeyman Tool and Die Maker Certification, two-year degree in a related field preferred.
• 5 Years experience as Tool and Die Maker
• Extensive experience with metal working tools including drills, milling machines, grinders and lathes.
• In Depth knowledge on troubleshooting in die operation and die Assembly.
• Ability to lift heavy objects 50-100 lbs and experience on handling carbide tooling.
• Experience with quality control analysis.
• Proven experience using measuring tools (Calipers, Micrometers, Scales, Height Gages).
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Advanced troubleshooting and problem-solving skills by detecting potential problems before they happen.
• Excellent communication skills and working with teams.
• Autonomy, extensive experience working with engineers and machinists and working with little supervision.
• Extensive experience in metallurgic knowledge understanding the properties of metals.
• Solid knowledge of trigonometry and shop math.
• Must be extremely strong on safety rules and regulations.
• Microsoft Software (Office, Excel).

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk; sit; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and depth perception.

Additional Information

100 Cellwood Drive, Gaffney, SC 29340

Why work for Cornerstone Building Brands?

Our teams are at the heart of our purpose to positively contribute to the communities where we live, work and play. Full-time team members receive medical, dental and vision benefits starting day 1. Other benefits include PTO, paid holidays, FSA, life insurance, LTD, STD, 401k, EAP, discount programs, tuition reimbursement, training, and professional development.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Cornerstone Building Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.