Tool & Die Maker Specialist

Location: Star Safety Technologies by Grote Shift: 6am - 2:30pm Employment Type: Full-Time

We are seeking a skilled and hands-on Tool & Die / Tool Room Technician to support our manufacturing operations through fixture fabrication, tooling repair, equipment troubleshooting, and continuous process improvement. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys machining, problem-solving, and working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Candidates with experience in injection molding, tooling, machining, fabrication, or industrial maintenance are strongly encouraged to apply.

• Build, modify, and repair:
  • Fixtures
  • Jigs
  • Workstations
  • Tooling
  • Assembly equipment
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical and tooling issues on production equipment
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings
• Operate tool room equipment including:
  • CNC milling machines
  • Lathes
  • Surface grinders
  • Drill presses
  • Band saws
  • Press brakes
• Use precision measurement equipment such as:
  • Calipers
  • Micrometers
  • Dial indicators
  • Depth gauges
  • Thread gauges
• Assist with installation and setup of new or revised manufacturing equipment and processes
• Perform tooling changeovers, repairs, and preventative maintenance activities
• Coordinate heat treating and outside vendor tooling services
• Support continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives
• Maintain organized work areas using 5S principles
• Document tooling activity and maintain inventory of tool room supplies

Candidates with experience in the following areas will stand out:

• Injection molding
• Plastic molds
• Metal stamping equipment
• Prototype fabrication
• TIG welding and spot welding
• Pneumatic and mechanical assembly
• Industrial manufacturing environments
• Tool and die making
• Lean manufacturing / continuous improvement

• High School Diploma or GED
• Tool & Die Maker Certification or equivalent experience
• Ability to safely operate tool room equipment and machinery
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to read blueprints and technical drawings
• Basic computer and data entry skills
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and work in a manufacturing environment

• CNC machining experience
• Injection molding experience
• Experience supporting automated assembly equipment
• Leadership or mentoring experience in a manufacturing setting

You are:

• Detail-oriented and quality-focused
• Mechanically inclined and hands-on
• A strong problem solver
• Able to manage multiple priorities
• Comfortable working independently and with cross-functional teams
• Safety-conscious with a positive attitude
• Dependable with strong attendance and communication skills

• Manufacturing environment with exposure to heat, cold, noise, and moving equipment
• Standing, walking, bending, and lifting throughout the shift
• Overtime may be required based on production needs

• Stable manufacturing environment
• Opportunity to work on custom tooling and innovative production equipment
• Collaborative team culture
• Growth and development opportunities
• Hands-on technical work with variety every day