Tool & Die Technician — Precision Machining & Tooling

Stanley Black and Decker Inc.; Sedalia (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, life insurance

401(k) and stock purchase plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sedalia, MO-based Tool and Die Maker (1st shift) at Stanley Black & Decker. Build, repair, and maintain tooling and dies; interpret blueprints; set up mills, lathes, and grinders; ensure safety and quality in a manufacturing setting.

Role requires 3–5 years in tool making or related work; apprenticeship or technical training preferred. Overtime may be required to meet production needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical training or apprenticeship preferred.
• 3–5 years in tool making, die maintenance, machining, or related manufacturing environment.
• Strong ability to read blueprints and technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Build, repair, modify, and maintain tooling, dies, fixtures, jigs, and gauges.
• Troubleshoot tooling issues to minimize downtime and maintain quality.
• Set up and operate manual machining equipment (mills, lathes, grinders).
• Read blueprints and specifications; inspect with precision measuring instruments.
• Support die maintenance and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Manual machining

Tool and die work

Troubleshooting

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tool and Die apprenticeship

Technical training

Tools

CNC equipment

EDM

CAD drawings

Job description

Sedalia, MO-based Tool and Die Maker (1st shift) at Stanley Black & Decker. Build, repair, and maintain tooling and dies; interpret blueprints; set up mills, lathes, and grinders; ensure safety and quality in a manufacturing setting.

Role requires 3–5 years in tool making or related work; apprenticeship or technical training preferred. Overtime may be required to meet production needs.