Aluminum Die Corrector

Description:

We’re Hiring a Skilled Aluminum Die Corrector

Location: Nielsen Moulding LLC – Gainesboro, TN

Full-Time | 1st Shift | Monday–Thursday | 4x10 Hour Shifts | On-Site

Who Are We Are

Nielsen Moulding LLC in Gainesboro, TN, manufactures high-quality aluminum picture frame mouldings. As the only U.S. producer with in-house extrusion, anodizing, and painting dedicated to picture framing, we ensure full quality control and 100% American-made products built to last.

We are currently seeking an experienced Aluminum Die Corrector to join our team. This is a hands-on, highly technical role responsible for correcting and maintaining extrusion tooling that directly impacts the precision and consistency of our aluminum profiles. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of die correction, metal flow, and billet behavior, and will play a key role in supporting our long-standing reputation for quality and reliability.

Why Work at Nielsen Moulding LLC?

- Competitive pay based on experience

- Benefits available after just 30 days

- Paid vacation and 11 paid holidays

- Extensive wellness program

- Supportive, team-oriented work environment

- Possible Relocation Assistance

Key Responsibilities

- Repair, maintain, and correct aluminum extrusion dies, including porthole dies, bolsters, rings, and support tooling

- Collaborate with extrusion press operators, quality team, and die vendors to optimize die performance

- Diagnose billet flow and metal behavior issues at the press to guide die corrections

- Review breakthrough and sample profiles to make precise dimensional adjustments

- Perform hands-on die correction, polishing, caustic cleaning, sandblasting, and tooling modifications

- Maintain detailed records in the Die Management Program to track tooling history and performance

- Schedule nitriding and oven cycles to extend die life

- Manage die shop inventory and ensure necessary supplies are stocked

- Operate mills, cranes, caustic systems, and infrared ovens as required

Requirements:

What We’re Looking For

- Aluminum extrusion die correction experience required — not an entry-level role

- Minimum 2 years of hands-on die correction experience (preferably with 6XXX series alloys)

- Strong understanding of extrusion press operations, metal flow, and billet behavior

- Ability to read and interpret extrusion die drawings, including GD&T and tolerance specifications

- Experience with machining equipment, welding tools, and precision measuring instruments

- Skilled at troubleshooting and resolving die-related production issues on the press

- Able to lift up to 75 lbs and operate cranes/forklifts (certification available on-site)

- Detail-oriented, reliable, and an effective communicator

Preferred Qualifications

- Background in aluminum extrusion manufacturing

- Experience with infrared ovens and caustic system operations

- Familiarity with AutoCAD

- Experience managing die correction records and performance tracking