Tool Shop Technician

Freudenberg; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Freudenberg is hiring a Tool Shop Technician in Necedah, WI to maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and build production tooling and fixtures. You will work with engineers and operators to improve tooling performance and reduce downtime.

Ideal candidates have an associate degree in Tool & Die or manufacturing technology, hands-on tooling experience, and the ability to read blueprints and CAD designs. Join a team focused on quality and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Tool & Die, Manufacturing Technology, or related program.
• Hands-on experience with tooling, machining, or mechanical systems.
• Ability to read blueprints, technical drawings, and CAD designs.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and build production tooling, jigs, fixtures, and specialized equipment.
• Create and refine tooling designs using sketches and CAD to improve performance, quality, and efficiency.
• Diagnose tooling issues and implement solutions to minimize downtime and scrap.
• Train and support operators on proper setup and use of tooling and equipment.
• Track and document tooling performance, maintenance history, and critical setup parameters.

Skills

Blueprint reading

CAD knowledge

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Associate degree in Tool & Die or Manufacturing Technology

Tools

CAD

Job description

Tool Shop TechnicianOur pages use cookies for various services of our website. For details please refer to the following link: https://cookie-information.freudenberg.com/### Tool Shop TechnicianApply: Necedah, WI: Full time: Posted Today: R\\_00108902**Working at Freudenberg: We will wow your world!**# Responsibilities:* Maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and build production tooling, jigs, fixtures, and specialized equipment to keep operations running at peak performance.* Create and refine tooling designs using sketches and CAD to improve performance, quality, and efficiency.* Diagnose tooling issues and implement creative, hands-on solutions to minimize downtime and scrap.* Partner with Engineering, Production, and Quality to support new tooling development and continuous improvement initiatives.* Track and document tooling performance, maintenance history, and critical setup parameters.* Train and support operators on proper setup and use of tooling and equipment.* Support continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives, including GROWTTH and quality-driven programs.# Qualifications:* Associate degree in Tool & Die, Manufacturing Technology, or related program (or currently completing your program—graduates encouraged to apply!).* Hands-on experience (school, internship, or work) with tooling, machining, or mechanical systems.* Ability to read blueprints, technical drawings, and/or CAD designs.* Strong mechanical aptitude with a problem-solving mindset and attention to detail.* Basic knowledge of tooling construction, maintenance, or repair processes (steel rule die experience a plus).* Willingness to learn, adapt, and grow in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.* Team-oriented mindset with strong communication skills and pride in craftsmanship. The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.Freudenberg-NOK General Partnership