Tool and Die Maker

Shift: 1nd shift (6am-4:30pm)

4 Day work week (Monday-Thursday)

$30+ per hour, based on experience

Paid Vacation

https://newstandard.wistia.com/medias/wksktt0dnj

️ About the Role:

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Tool and Die Maker to join our manufacturing team. This position plays a vital role in maintaining tooling equipment, supporting production through efficient die setup and maintenance, and contributing to the overall quality and performance of our operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Tool & Die Specific Duties:

- Maintain, repair, and build dies, fixtures, and tooling components to print specifications.

- Sharpen, shim, and heat-treat cutting tools to required tolerances.

- Set up and operate tool room equipment including lathes, mills, grinders, and EDM.

- Diagnose die and tooling issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.

- Support die changes, press set-ups, and preventative maintenance scheduling.

- Design and develop new tools and gages or refurbish existing tooling.

- Lace/start strips and perform first/last piece evaluations per SOPs.

- Create Tool Repair Tags (TRT) and follow process control procedures

Machining & Quality:

- Produce precision components with tight tolerances:

- Lathe/Mill: ±.001”

- Surface/Cylindrical Grinder: ±.0002”

- Drill Press: ±.001”

- Power Saw: ±.03”

- Conduct inspections using micrometers, calipers, gage blocks, etc.

- Adhere to safety, quality, and productivity standards

Required Qualifications:

- High School Diploma or GED (Required)

- Ability to read/write/speak English

- Strong mechanical aptitude and diagnostic skills

- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

- Forklift and crane license (or willingness to obtain)

- Authorized for Lock-Out/Tag-Out procedures

- Ability to lift heavy equipment and stand for extended periods

Preferred Experience:

- Experience with SolidWorks (Sheet Metal & Fundamentals)

- Knowledge of EDM preparation and troubleshooting stamping operations

- MIG/TIG welding skills

- Basic to advanced understanding of GD&T

- Exposure to lean manufacturing (including Tier 1 & Tier 2 Lean Daily Management)

- Familiarity with quality control processes and inspection tools

- ERP systems knowledge

Core Competencies:

- Strong communication and teamwork

- Customer and quality focus

- Time management and multitasking ability

- Problem-solving and decision-making skills

- Initiative and continuous improvement mindset

- Safety-first attitude and adherence to 5S standards

Working Conditions:

- Regular walking, bending, standing, lifting, reaching

- Exposure to machinery and seasonal temperature changes

- Must adhere to safety rules and report incidents per company policy

Why Join Us?

At New Standard Corporation, we value craftsmanship, continuous improvement, and a strong team culture. This is your opportunity to contribute to a high-performance manufacturing environment while expanding your skill set in a fast-paced, rewarding industry.

First Shift 6am-4:30pm Monday-Thursday