Tool & Die Technician: Precision Tooling & CNC Machining

Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital; Dothan (AL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Wages with bonus potential

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Company Paid Life Insurance, optional

Company Paid Short Term & Long Term

Job summary

Dunbarton Corporation is seeking a Tool & Die Technician in Dothan, AL to build, repair, and troubleshoot tooling and dies. You will interpret drawings, program CNCs, and ensure tooling meets precise tolerances while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities include tooling design using CAD, setup of machines, inspection with precision instruments, and collaboration with engineering and production teams. Two+ years’ experience preferred; local candidates encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Two (2) or more years of professional experience in tool and die manufacturing and maintenance.
• Two (2) or more years of professional experience operating machinery in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Interpret engineering drawings, CAD models, and specifications to design, build, and modify tooling, dies, and fixtures.
• Select appropriate materials, metals, and alloys based on strength, heat tolerance, and application requirements.
• Program, set up, and operate CNC and conventional machining equipment to manufacture tooling to precise tolerances.
• Verify dimensions, alignments, and clearances of tooling and components using precision measuring instruments.
• Assemble, fit, adjust, and troubleshoot dies, jigs, fixtures, and gauges to ensure proper function and quality.
• Diagnose tooling, die, and machine issues; implement corrective actions to minimize downtime and defects.
• Use CAD software to create tooling designs and translate them into production-ready blueprints and documentation.
• Inspect finished tooling and components for defects, surface finish, contour accuracy, and conformance to specifications.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on tooling and related equipment; support TPM initiatives.
• Ensure tooling and machining activities comply with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements, including LOTO and 6S.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives (LEAN, Kaizen, Six Sigma) by identifying and implementing efficiency projects.
• Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and production teams to support process improvements and new product launches.
• Train and mentor technicians and operators on tooling use, setup, maintenance, and best practices.
• Utilize ERP systems to manage tooling data, inventory, work orders, and documentation accurately.

Skills

Tool design

CAD

CNC machining

Blueprints

Precision measurement

Quality standards

Team collaboration

Communication

Tools

CAD software

ERP systems

CNC machines

Job description

Dunbarton Corporation is seeking a Tool & Die Technician in Dothan, AL to build, repair, and troubleshoot tooling and dies. You will interpret drawings, program CNCs, and ensure tooling meets precise tolerances while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities include tooling design using CAD, setup of machines, inspection with precision instruments, and collaboration with engineering and production teams. Two+ years’ experience preferred; local candidates encouraged to apply.