Tooling Specialist and Die Maker

Staff Perm, LLC; Baywood (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Job summary

Staff Perm, LLC seeks a dedicated Tooling Specialist and Die Maker in Bay Shore, NY to design, build, and maintain precision tooling, dies, fixtures, and machine components. You will operate manual shop equipment and collaborate with engineering for prototype tooling and process improvements.

The role runs Monday–Friday with a strong safety and quality focus. Compensation reflects 25–30 USD per hour, with benefits and growth opportunities within the company.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of five years of Tool & Die Maker experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience operating manual machine shop equipment.
• Must be able to work Monday-Friday.
• Must be able to read and write.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, CAD prints, and GD&T.
• Ability to safely and accurately operate all measuring and production equipment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, modify, and repair tooling, dies, fixtures, and machine components from engineering drawings, CAD files, or sample parts.
• Diagnose tooling issues and perform repairs to minimize production downtime.
• Manufacture precision tools, dies, jigs, fixtures, punches, and machine components.
• Support Engineering with prototype tooling, product development, and process improvements.
• Perform precision grinding, milling, turning, drilling, and machining operations.
• Inspect completed tooling using precision measuring instruments to ensure dimensional accuracy.
• Set up, adjust, and test tooling prior to production.
• Operate manual machine shop equipment including mills, lathes, grinders, drill presses, and power presses.
• Maintain tooling records and communicate repair recommendations.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Follow all company safety, environmental, and quality procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Blueprint reading

GD&T

CAD drawings

Machining

Measurement tools

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tool & Die apprenticeship preferred

Tool & Die Maker certification preferred

Tools

Milling machines

Lathes

Grinders

Drill presses

Power presses

Job description

Seeking a dedicated Tooling Specialist and Die Maker to join our Bay Shore, NY team. If you have a strong background in tooling design, repair, and precision machining, this right-to-hire opportunity is for you.

\

As a Tooling Specialist and Die Maker, you will design, build, and maintain precision tooling, dies, fixtures, and machine components critical to manufacturing success. You will operate manual machine shop equipment and collaborate with engineering to support prototype tooling and process improvements. This role offers a Monday-Friday schedule and a chance to grow within a company committed to safety and quality.

\

Job Details

\

\
• EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Right to Hire
\
• PAY RATE: $25 - $30 per hour
\
• LOCATION: Bay Shore, NY 11706
\
• SCHEDULE: Monday-Friday
\
• POSITIONS AVAILABLE: 1
\
• BENEFITS: Weekly Pay, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and much more!
\

\

Responsibilities

\

\
• Design, build, modify, and repair tooling, dies, fixtures, and machine components from engineering drawings, CAD files, or sample parts.
\
• Diagnose tooling issues and perform repairs to minimize production downtime.
\
• Manufacture precision tools, dies, jigs, fixtures, punches, and machine components.
\
• Support Engineering with prototype tooling, product development, and process improvements.
\
• Perform precision grinding, milling, turning, drilling, and machining operations.
\
• Inspect completed tooling using precision measuring instruments to ensure dimensional accuracy.
\
• Set up, adjust, and test tooling prior to production.
\
• Operate manual machine shop equipment including mills, lathes, grinders, drill presses, and power presses.
\
• Maintain tooling records and communicate repair recommendations.
\
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
\
• Follow all company safety, environmental, and quality procedures.
\
• Perform other duties as assigned.
\

\

Required Qualifications

\

\
• High School Diploma or GED required.
\
• Minimum of five years of Tool & Die Maker experience in a manufacturing environment.
\
• Experience operating manual machine shop equipment.
\
• Must be able to work Monday-Friday.
\
• Must be able to read and write.
\
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, CAD prints, and GD&T.
\
• Ability to safely and accurately operate all measuring and production equipment.
\
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
\
• Ability to work in a team environment.
\

\

Preferred Qualifications

\

\
• Completion of a Tool & Die apprenticeship or equivalent technical training preferred.
\
• Tool & Die Maker certification preferred.
\
• Experience repairing progressive, compound, and forming dies preferred.
\
• Experience working with stamping operations is highly desirable.
\
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
\
• Working understanding of geometry, trigonometry, and algebra.
\
• Ability to work independently, and with engineers and machinists.
\
• Excellent follow-up and communication skills.
\
• Ability to use precision measuring instruments including micrometers, calipers, height gauges, dial indicators, and gauges.
\
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability.
\
• Excellent attention to detail.
\
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects.
\
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
\
• Strong commitment to workplace safety.
\
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
\
• Frequently bend, kneel, crouch, reach, climb, and work around manufacturing equipment.
\
• Manual dexterity required to operate precision machine tools.
\
• Ability to distinguish small measurements and details.
\
• Ability to work safely around moving mechanical equipment.
\

\

Staff Perm is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without discrimination and in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

\

All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of background check and drug screen based on local, state and federal laws in your region.

\

Minor offenses will not necessarily disqualify a candidate from consideration, and all situations are reviewed by HR for compliance with local laws and hiring requirements for the role.