Toolmaker - Die Maintenance, Repair & Special Projects

MRA-The Management Association; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 38,641 - 55,035; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly summer picnics

Company-sponsored events

Free coffee & popcorn

Subsidized vending machines

Job summary

MRA-The Management Association in Milwaukee, WI, is seeking a skilled Toolmaker for 1st shift. Ideal candidates have 5-7 years of experience, proficiency in CAD software, and a strong grasp of project leadership and blueprint reading. This role involves leading diverse projects in advanced manufacturing, requiring U.S. citizenship.

The role offers competitive pay starting at $34 per hour, health benefits, and a family-oriented work culture.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of hands-on experience in a tool & die environment.
• Experience leading projects and managing priorities.
• Strong knowledge of GD&T fundamentals.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead projects from kickoff through delivery.
• Work with the Tool & Die Supervisor to schedule work.
• Ensure job documentation and records are completed accurately.

Skills

CNC operation

Blueprint reading

Project leadership

CAD software proficiency

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

Toolmaker - Die Maintenance, Repair & Special Projects (1st Shift)

Not Just a Toolmaker. A Problem Solver. A Builder. A Leader.

If you're a toolmaker who holds yourself to a high standard and loves the challenge of leading diverse projects that genuinely matter, we'd love to hear from you!

We're a family-owned job shop specializing in aerospace, defense, medical, and advanced manufacturing work where Machinists & Toolmakers are trusted to solve problems, work on complex parts, and take ownership of their craft.

If you enjoy variety, leading projects that range from die maintenance, repair and replacement details for industries such as appliance & lighting to complex fixture and assembly projects for Aerospace, Department of Energy and Defense customers, this could be the opportunity you've been looking for.

Why Toolmakers Like Working Here

We work hard, but we also believe work should be enjoyable.

Perks & Culture

• Monthly summer picnics
• Tacos every other Tuesday during spring & summer
• Thanksgiving & Christmas lunches
• Company-sponsored summer/fall events
• Themed lunches throughout the year
• Free coffee & popcorn
• Subsidized vending machines
• Company swag stipend

Benefits

• 10 vacation days after 90 days
• Paid holidays including your birthday + floater day.
• Health benefits after 30 days
• 401(k) match after 6 months
• Profit-sharing opportunities
• Stable first shift schedule + optional overtime when available

What You'll Do

• Plan, coordinate, and lead projects from kickoff through delivery, managing timelines, priorities, and resources.
• Work closely with the Tool & Die Supervisor to schedule incoming work and distribute work.
• Coordinate workflow with CNC, Wire EDM, Toolroom, Waterjet, and Inspection departments.
• Interpret blueprints, GD&T, and engineering specifications; communicate technical requirements.
• Support or participate in new die build projects.
• Update design changes on CAD and submit them to the design department as required.
• Ensure all required paperwork, job documentation, and records are completed accurately and on time.

What We're Looking For

• 5-7 years of hands-on experience in a tool & die environment.
• Experience running CNC or Wire EDM
• Experience leading projects, coordinating work, and managing priorities.
• Proven ability to build and repair metal stamping die components, fixtures, and assemblies.
• Strong knowledge of blueprint reading and GD&T
• Proficiency with CAD software (SolidWorks and AutoCAD)
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as fundamentals geometry and trigonometry.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.

If you're passionate about advanced manufacturing and working for a company where employees are treated like people-not numbers-we'd love to talk with you.

Join the Reich Tool team and build something meaningful.

Pay Range

$34+ per hour.

Hours

1st Shift, Monday - Friday, with optional overtime when available.