Tool & Die Welder - Precision Machining (2nd Shift)

Stoughton Trailers, LLC; Stoughton (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Stoughton Trailers, LLC is seeking a skilled machinist/tool & die tradesperson for the 2nd shift (Monday-Thursday, 4:30 pm–3 am). Build, repair, modify and maintain dies, fixtures, gauges, and production equipment to support manufacturing workflows.

You will perform MIG welding, fabrication, machining and finishing on tooling components; operate mills, lathes, grinders, saws, drills and belt sanders; read blueprints and specs to ensure accuracy; measure and verify tolerances; work with

Qualifications

• Manufacturing, machining, welding, or tool and die experience.
• Experience fabricating, repairing, and maintaining tooling, fixtures, or production equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Working knowledge of machining equipment and precision measuring tools.
• Strong math skills, including fractions, geometry, and basic trigonometry.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Build, repair, modify, and maintain dies, fixtures, gauges, and production equipment.
• Perform welding (MIG), fabrication, machining, and finishing operations on tooling and equipment components
• Operate a variety of shop equipment including mills, lathes, grinders, saws, drills, belt sanders, and other machine tools.
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and specifications to ensure accurate fabrication and repair work.
• Measure, inspect, and verify tooling and components to maintain required tolerances and quality standards.
• Identify and select appropriate materials for fabrication and repair projects, including various grades of steel.
• Troubleshoot tooling and equipment issues to minimize downtime and support production goals.
• Work closely with engineering, maintenance, and production teams to support manufacturing operations.
• Follow all company safety, quality, and operational procedures.
• Maintain regular attendance and work overtime as required.
• Interplant travel to support project work as needed

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting skills

Blueprint reading

Math skills (fractions, geometry, trig

Independent work

Tools

MIG welding

Milling

Lathe operation

Grinder operation

Saw operation

Drill press

Belt sander

Precision measuring tools

Job description

Stoughton Trailers, LLC is seeking a skilled machinist/tool & die tradesperson for the 2nd shift (Monday-Thursday, 4:30 pm–3 am). Build, repair, modify and maintain dies, fixtures, gauges, and production equipment to support manufacturing workflows.

You will perform MIG welding, fabrication, machining and finishing on tooling components; operate mills, lathes, grinders, saws, drills and belt sanders; read blueprints and specs to ensure accuracy; measure and verify tolerances; work with