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At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.
Boeing Commercial Airplanes is excited to offer opportunities for a Tool & Die Maker to join our Materials Management & Tooling team in Auburn and Renton, Washington.
In this hands-on position, you will be responsible for a variety of tasks, from interpreting blueprints and work orders to developing effective plans for tool fabrication and repair. Your skills will be essential in troubleshooting production challenges, operating advanced machinery, and ensuring that all tools meet stringent quality standards. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you will also engage with customers and suppliers to address any functional issues, all while adhering to safety protocols and continuous improvement practices. If you are passionate about precision engineering and ready to make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment, we invite you to explore this exciting opportunity.
You will play a critical role in upholding our commitment to safety and quality standards, ensuring that all operations meet regulatory compliance and operational excellence. If you are detail-oriented, possess strong technical skills, and thrive in a collaborative environment, we invite you to apply and be a part of our mission to deliver excellence in aviation.
Position Responsibilities:
Perform all functions related to tool fabrication, rework, and repair as required.
Obtain work orders from the team leader or supervisor, determining assignments based on schedule dates and tool availability.
Read work orders and blueprints to identify required tasks, tools, and equipment.
Develop plans for the fabrication, maintenance, and repair of tools.
Initiate and coordinate engineering change requests with internal support groups when necessary.
Determine the sequence of tool fabrication work, troubleshoot issues, and develop solutions to production challenges.
Access and utilize appropriate tool drawings, models, and specifications using available computing systems.
Select and verify necessary equipment from the shop storage area, ensuring current tool certification.
Perform repairs or replacements on tools as per Standing Tool Order (STO) Production Requests, and request rework orders if necessary.
Layout holes, lines, and other tool features, and install or modify hydraulic, pneumatic, and vacuum tubes as required.
Operate various machinery, including power saws, drill presses, and CNC machines, to shape materials and prepare details.
Move materials and equipment using Powered Industrial Trucks (PIT) and overhead cranes as needed.
Maintain accurate records of orders and coordinate tooling information with other shifts and departments.
Handle hazardous materials in compliance with Boeing procedures, using appropriate personal protective equipment.
Engage in continuous improvement practices to enhance quality, safety, and efficiency in tool and die work.
Use precision measuring instruments, such as micrometers and gauges, to ensure accuracy in fabrication and repairs.
Interface with customers and suppliers to incorporate changes or resolve functional and installation issues.
Submit completed jobs to Quality Assurance and assist inspectors in performing necessary checks or measurements.
Utilize mathematics, including algebra and trigonometry, to calculate dimensions and analyze Model Based Definition (MBD) for fabrication details.
Conduct tool tryouts and make necessary adjustments to ensure production meets quality requirements and specifications.
Physical Demands and Potential Hazards:
Perform physical tasks that include lifting weights ranging from 10-15 lbs to 15-35 lbs.
Engage in various movements such as reaching, handling, turning, twisting, lifting, lowering, climbing, balancing, bending, kneeling, crouching, and squatting.
Work in environments that may involve contact with metals, solvents, and coolants.
Operate in proximity to moving parts and tools, sharp cutters, and potential slipping hazards.
Adapt to varying noise levels and atmospheric conditions.
Utilize personal safety gear to protect face/eyes, hands/arms, and feet while performing job duties.
This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.
This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 is required. “US Person” includes US Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee
Resumes of current Puget Sound Boeing employees submitted via “Find Jobs” in Boeing/Workday will be considered as this job is not installed in QTTP (Quality Through Training Program).
Basic Qualifications:
5+ years of experience in repairing, maintaining, construction, and/or the inspection of tools, dies, jigs, powerfeed, etc.
5+ years of experience in machine shop processes, geometric dimensioning & tolerances, and machining capabilities of different types of materials.
2+ years of experience using complete set of toolmaker shop equipment (milling, lathe, precision, grinding, polishing, and fitting).
Preferred Qualifications:
5+ years of experience as a Tool & Die Maker.
2+ years of experience with hydraulics and pneumatics.
Completed an approved Mold Maker or Tool and Die Maker state apprentice ship program and/or certified by the U.S.
Ability to perform machining operations with a specified degree of accuracy and within a timely manner, maintain close and exacting tolerances and finish requirements ensuring highest quality workmanship on all tools, gages, and fixtures with minimal scrap.
Capable of creating a repeatable setup and working to tolerances of +/-.0002" in controlled environment.
Possesses 4 and 5 axis CNC skills for mill or lathe, and extensive knowledge of detail cutting tool geometry for different cutting tool types and materials.
Ability to reverse engineer and manufacture mold components within time limitations
Ability to read and write G and M code with CAM programming experience.
Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidates for this position must successfully complete the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
Typical Education & Experience:
High school graduate or GED preferred.
Relocation:
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.
Drug Free Workplace:
Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.
Union Representation Statement:
This is an hourly position governed by the International Association of Machinists (IAM-751) Collective Bargaining agreement.
Shift Work Statement:
This position is for a variety of shifts
Total Rewards & Pay Transparency:
At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.
The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
Pay: $40.00/hour, with potential to earn up to $62.45/hour in accordance with the terms of the relevant collective bargaining agreement.
Applications for this position will be accepted until Jul. 31, 2026
Language Requirements
English Preferred
Relocation
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.
Visa Sponsorship
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Shift
This position is for variable shift
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
Title: Tooling Engineer
Reports to: Tooling Manager
Department: Tooling Engineering
Job Summary:
Under the direction of the Tooling Manager, the Tooling Engineer is responsible for assisting the Tooling Engineering Department in directing the manufacture of quality injection molding tools. This will be achieved while maintaining HellermannTyton's Quality and EHS certifications by supporting all corporate policies, procedures, work instructions and required documentation.
Essential Functions:
- Writing purchase orders stating mold building specifications.
- Writing requests for quotations for vendors.
- Assure that vendors keep within budget and timing constraints on projects.
- Evaluate and Approve injection molding tool design.
- Assure that vendors incorporate the approved design in injection molding tool construction.
- Keep a library of tool drawings.
- Travel to vendors to evaluate progress in injection molding tool construction. Travel to vendors to evaluate completed injection molding tool performance and product conformity.
- Evaluate product design as to moldability and simplification for moldability.
- Assist in troubleshooting injection molding problems.
- Work with injection molding tool designs to assure the highest quality molding tools possible.
- Work with toolmakers to assure the highest quality injection molding tools possible.
Other duties assigned:
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Associate degree or in lieu of degree, three or more years of prior on-the-job experience. A good mechanical ability.
- Prior experience with plastic injection molding process.
- Knowledge of injection molding tools and injection molding tool construction.
- Knowledge of machine tools and how machine tools relate to injection mold tool construction.
- Knowledge of manufacturing best practices.
- Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft software and CAD software.
- Organized; can meet deadlines.
- Ability to work non-standard hours to meet the needs of the customers.
- Ability to travel internationally.
- Must have a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record, along with adequate automobile insurance.
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By applying for a position with HellermannTyton, you understand that should you be made an offer, it will be contingent on your undergoing and successfully completing a background check through the use of our 3rd party supplier. Background checks may include some or all of the following based on the nature of the position: SSN/SIN validation, education verification, employment verification, criminal check, driving history, and drug test. You will be notified during the hiring process of which checks are required by the position.
HellermannTyton Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
Job Summary
The Cutting Tool Engineer is responsible for the design, development, and implementation of custom and standard cutting tools used in 4- and 5-axis horizontal milling machines. This role combines hands-on tool design, cutting condition analysis, supplier coordination, and direct collaboration with internal engineering teams and customers to deliver robust, production-ready tooling solutions.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Cutting Tool Design & Engineering
• Coordinate design of custom cutting tools and tool assemblies for 4- and 5-axis horizontal machining applications with cutting tool suppliers.
• Develop 3D models and assemblies using SolidWorks or NX, including toolholder interfaces and complete tool stacks.
• Perform collision detection and tool envelope validation within machining environments.
• Optimize tool geometry and tool assemblies for performance, rigidity, tool life, and chip evacuation.
Cutting Condition Analysis
• Develop and maintain Microsoft Excel spreadsheets and macros for cutting condition calculations.
• Analyze machining data to recommend optimized cutting parameters.
• Support continuous improvement efforts through data-driven tooling and process recommendations.
Standard Components & Supplier Management
• Identify, specify, and integrate standard cutting tool components if applicable and still achieve project quality and performance.
• Work directly with suppliers to ensure quality, cost, and in coordination with purchasing department the delivery targets.
• Manage supplier relationships and corrective actions.
• Participate in supplier evaluations.
Cross-Functional & Customer Collaboration
• Collaborate with the Project Engineering Group on turnkey machining systems.
• Support tooling proposals, technical presentations, and design reviews.
• Participate in tooling acceptance and validation activities.
• Provide support during installation and production ramp-up.
Documentation & Standards
• Create tooling documentation, BOMs, machining charts, specifications, and coordinate drawings from suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with internal and customer standards.
• Maintain & use Excel templates and macros for cost estimations and comparisons
• Support best-practice development.
Required Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering is beneficial but not required based on experience..
• 3+ years of experience in cutting tool applications or CNC tooling design.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks or NX and Microsoft Excel.
• Knowledge of metal cutting theory and machining processes.
• Supplier and customer interaction experience.
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience with 4- and 5-axis machining centers.
• Automotive or aerospace background.
• CAM software familiarity.
Key Competencies
• Analytical thinking
• Attention to detail
• Project coordination
• Technical communication
• Team collaboration
TOOLMAKER III
BENEFITS
- 15% Shift Premium - 2ND SHIFT ONLY
- Medical & Vision Insurance
- Supplemental Insurance Plans Available
- Dental Insurance (Company paid)
- STD and Life & AD&D Insurance (Company paid)
- 401(K) Matching
- PTO & Unpaid Excused Absences
- Uniforms (Company paid)
- Training & Apprenticeship Opportunities
- Safety Shoe & Glasses Reimbursement Program
- Gym Membership Reimbursement Program
JOB SUMMARY
As a Toolmaker III, you play a critical role in developing and optimizing advanced tooling solutions for manufacturing processes. Leveraging your extensive experience and expertise as a toolmaker, you are responsible for designing, fabricating, manufacturing, and maintaining complex tools, dies, molds, and fixtures. Your role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, providing technical guidance, and leading projects to drive process improvements and efficiency gains.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Interprets complex engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications to identify tooling requirements and constraints.
- Utilizes advanced computer-aided design (CAD) software to help create intricate 2D and 3D models of tooling components, ensuring optimal design and manufacturability.
- Directs the Toolmaker Is and IIs on daily tasks.
- Operates various precision machine tools, including CNC machines, EDM machines, grinders, and lathes, to fabricate and modify complex tooling components.
- Conducts thorough inspections and dimensional checks using advanced metrology equipment to ensure the accuracy and quality of finished tooling components.
- Assembles, fits, and tests intricate tooling components, verifying functionality, performance, and conformance to specifications.
- Leads cross-functional teams in developing and optimizing tooling designs, collaborating with engineers, production personnel, and quality assurance teams to drive innovation and efficiency.
- Troubleshoots and resolves complex tooling-related issues, utilizing root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions to improve performance and reliability.
- Develops and implements preventative maintenance programs to ensure tooling assets' longevity and optimal performance.
- Generates comprehensive documentation, including design records, modification logs, and maintenance reports, to maintain accurate records and facilitate knowledge transfer.
- Provides technical guidance and mentorship to Toolmaker Is and IIs, fostering a culture of continuous learning and skill development.
The above list reflects the general details necessary to describe the principle and essential functions of the position. It shall not be construed as the only duties that may be assigned for the position. An individual in this position must successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Strong attention to detail, organization, and leadership skills.
- Ability to follow written and verbal directions.
- Strong teamwork skills.
- 5+ years of experience working with molds and dies.
- 5+ years of experience working as a Toolmaker.
- Working knowledge of safety protocols.
- Ability to use shop mathematics, working with drawings, specifications, and formulas in tooling.
- Ability to pass Company-provided Overhead Crane and Forklift Operating Certifications.
- Proficient at using floor equipment such as grinders, mills, lathes, etc.
- Must possess own toolbox and tools for the position.
- Experience with CAD software.
- Ability to work with equipment used for making hydraulic lines and water circuits.
- Proficient in timing and fitting of die components.
- Ability to remain at or under budget on projects.
- Proficient knowledge of various steel grades, heat treat specifications, and coatings/texturings.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 10+ years of experience working with molds and dies.
- High school degree or equivalent.
- A Journeymans Tool & Die Makers Accredited Apprenticeship or two years of technical college training in the tool & die field.
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS
An employee must meet the physical and mental demands described here to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
- Stand, walk, push, pull, reach overhead, and bend to the floor.
- Exert 1 to 25 pounds of force 75% of the time.
- Exert 26 to 50 pounds of force 20% of the time.
- Exert 50 plus pounds of force 5% of the time.
- Ability to read machine dial gages, blueprints, precision measuring instruments, and computer screens.
- Read English and understand sketches, routings, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
- Communicate effectively with employees.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here represent those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
- Indoor shop-based position.
- Moderate noise levels from operating machines.
- Physical hazards from moving equipment and machine parts.
- Machining fumes, dust, and mist.
- Skin exposed to oils and cutting fluids.
1st and 2nd shift openings
Compensation details: 35-45 Hourly Wage
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Description:Fabricates and assembles details for all types of tooling such as jigs, fixtures, tools and dies, including pierce, blank and form dies, all standard and related tooling, standard power brake punches and dies, form blocks, plastic and wood tools, working in close conjunction with more highly -skilled tooling personnel; scribes lines for contour and hole location layouts from such references as tooling templates; prepares rough tooling stock for final finishing; trims laminated fiberglass tools; performs gating operations preparatory to casting plastic nests and faces for plastic forming tools; installs new or replaces worn or damaged bushings; mixes, prepares and applies plaster to pattern frames; makes splash frames for forming operations and takes less complex types of plaster splashes; clamps structural components for welding and locates tooling reference points on jig structures, tools and dies after methods and sequences have been determined by others; sets up and operates such equipment as drill presses, arbor presses, power shears, power saws, band files, radial drill presses, pedestal and disc grinders, and other power tools to perform such operations as grinding to form and maintain cutters, sanding, drilling, reaming, tapping, spot facing, counterboring, sawing and filing, where it is required to interpret and work from blueprints, tooling drawings and sketches, using machinist hand tools and precision measuring instruments, and exercising a knowledge of cutting characteristics of metals, feeds and speeds of machines and of related machine shop practices and procedures, including shop mathematics.
Fabricates, assembles, and reworks multiple operation router blocks and/or multiple operation hand and hydropress forming blocks and accessories, when required tooling and information are available.
Lays out flat and simple templates using empirical bend allowance formulae.
Makes templates from flat layout masters; makes sample parts from extruded or standard formed materials where pickup and/or interpretation of information from plaster patterns; fabricates individual countour templates for use in box template setups.
Performs modification and rework of the level of difficulty of the operations described above.
PERFORMS SUCH RELATED DUTIES AS:
Fabricates shims, spacers, clamps, jig base and locator pads, ribs and other structural components. Prepares rough die stock, pipe, bar, plate and tubular stock for layout, machining, painting or inspection.
Moves, positions and helps others in handling, moving and positioning parts, dies, tools, equipment, fixtures and heavy materials as assigned; assists others in braking down setups, and returns tools and fixtures to proper sources; lays out and finishes simple templates such as individual trim, drill and bend templates, working from established references and blueprints, duplicates all types of individual templates from master layouts; cuts, fits, punches, shears and repairs templates as required; operates such machinery as saws, routers drill presses, shears, pedestal and disc grinders to perform such routine operations such as trimming, burring, sanding and drilling; performs assembly of tooling.
Paints and properly identifies and codes tooling.
Improvises shop aids to facilitate completion of work assignments.
Performs disassembly and cleaning of tooling. Checks tools for wear, damage, etc., and replaces defective or worn components such as bushings, shims, clamps and pins, and reassembles same.
Helps to maintain work area and machinery in a clean and orderly condition.
May require certifications and must be able to work any shift.
Basic Qualifications:
Utilizes Blueprint Reading and shop mathematics or equivalent.
Must possess a minimum of one year of experience operating machine tools.
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: 9x80 every other Friday off
The base range for this position in California $27.42 - $46.82.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. The wage range and benefits summary is a general guideline and is governed by the applicable collective bargaining agreement when extending an offer.
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
Join us at Lockheed Martin, where your mission is ours. Our customers tackle the hardest missions. Those that demand extraordinary amounts of courage, resilience and precision. They're dangerous. Critical. Sometimes they even provide an opportunity to change the world and save lives. Those are the missions we care about.
As a leading technology innovation company, Lockheed Martin's vast team works with partners around the world to bring proven performance to our customers' toughest challenges. Lockheed Martin has employees based in many states throughout the U.S., and Internationally, with business locations in many nations and territories.
Experience Level: Hourly/Non-Exempt
Business Unit: AERONAUTICS COMPANY
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Manufacturing
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
ABSOLUTELY NO SPSONSORSHIP OF ANY KIND (INCLUDING VISAS) PLEASE DO NOT APPLY
Toolroom Manager
Position Overview
The Toolroom Manager is responsible for overseeing the maintenance, repair, and performance of stamping dies and tooling that support production operations. This role leads the toolroom team and ensures tooling is properly maintained to support quality, efficiency, and production uptime. The position works closely with manufacturing, engineering, and maintenance teams to troubleshoot tooling issues, improve processes, and ensure tooling systems operate reliably.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead daily operations of the toolroom, including scheduling and coordinating die maintenance, repairs, and tooling improvements.
- Supervise and mentor tool and die technicians, providing technical guidance and training to support skill development and consistent workmanship.
- Troubleshoot stamping dies, tooling components, and press-related issues to reduce downtime and support efficient production.
- Establish and maintain organized toolroom processes including preventative maintenance schedules, tooling records, and repair documentation.
- Collaborate with engineering and production teams to identify tooling improvements and support new product launches.
- Analyze recurring tooling issues and coordinate corrective actions to improve reliability and performance.
- Ensure tooling repairs and maintenance meet required tolerances and quality standards.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives related to press uptime, tooling life, and overall manufacturing efficiency.
- Maintain a safe and organized working environment within the toolroom.
- Coordinate priorities and workload within the toolroom to ensure production needs are supported.
- Maintain records related to die maintenance, repairs, and tooling performance history.
Qualifications
- Strong background working with tool and die operations in a metal stamping environment
- Previous experience leading, training, or mentoring tool and die technicians
- Solid understanding of stamping dies, die maintenance, and press troubleshooting
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and die specifications
- Experience operating or supporting toolroom equipment such as mills, grinders, lathes, and related machining equipment
- Strong mechanical troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to organize tooling processes and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
- Strong communication and leadership skills
Work Environment
This position operates primarily within a manufacturing environment supporting stamping operations and tooling activities. The role requires regular movement throughout the toolroom and production floor and exposure to typical industrial conditions including machinery, noise, oils, and metalworking equipment.
SUMMARY:
The Tooling Supervisor – Engineer is responsible for all aspects of in-house and external tool tracking, tool and fixture repairs and tool maintenance to ensure that the company objectives are met. The Tooling Supervisor- Engineer will interface between Spectrum Plastics Minneapolis location and external tooling suppliers. This position will be accountable for tracking and meeting all agreed upon tool delivery dates, costs and maintaining spare components.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Actively promote and drive a culture of safety within Spectrum Plastics Group.
- Responsible for tooling P&L, adhere to tool delivery dates and quality of work for all Spectrum MN tooling transactions.
- Participate in support of the quoting sales process. Acquire tooling quotes
- Provide Application and NPI DFM analysis
- Manage and track all tool cleanings, repairs, PM’s, refurbishments, and spare parts.
- Lead tool design reviews and modification methodologies
- Provide technical support on tool issues to the Operations team as needed.
- Effectively measure and drive supplier performance and the reduction of tool lead times and costs.
- Lead and /or assist on sustaining tool design review and modification methodology.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Manage and communicate tool delivery dates to the Operations Team, striving for on-time or early delivery.
- Manage tooling database (IQMS) for tracking tools, implementing planned scheduled maintenance or scheduled repairs.
- Develop customer tooling recommendations as needed for new tools or refurbishments.
- Set-up, track and maintain all tooling spare components.
- Ensure customer tooling assessments are managed and tracked.
- Provide technical support for Operations team, tool repairs and estimating.
- Ensure tool drawing files are updated as needed.
- Manage the tool cleaning group to ensure quality of work and adherence to schedules.
Job Qualifications
EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, EDUCATION AND TRAINING:
5 years of tool building experience. Excellent organizational, communication and computer skills. Demonstrates a sense of urgency. Knowledge of blueprint reading, Solidworks and Pro –e. Proficient at Geometric Tolerance interpretation.
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The noise level is usually low in the office setting and moderate to high in the manufacturing area.
The employee may be exposed to fumes and dust.
Description
Develop and support safety and continuous improvement activities by overseeing the tooling/fixture procurement process from design through build, including the supervision of tool makers & a broach bar technician. This includes machine shop fixtures and misc. work holding. The primary purpose of this position is to design innovative fixtures, assign work & direct the tool makers and manage/approve designs/procurement of our broach bar inventory. This position is critical in achieving operational excellence throughout the facility.
Requirements
· Design, implement, and trouble shoot work holding, gauges & equipment components used in production machines.
· Out-source work to vendors and follow-up with build schedules. Evaluate build time & skill level required to build items and determine cost & lead time. Follow-up to ensure build is on time.
· Issue purchase orders for materials and tool room supplies and ensure correct items are ordered and arrive on time.
· Supervise all shifts of the tool room & broach bar technician. Assign work, direct activities and ensure 90% on time completion. Mentor, train and motivate employees to continually develop their skills.
· Manage broach bar processes from design review/approvals, broach bar inventory management (quoting, ordering, and procurement), trouble shooting, and problem-solving broaching issues on the floor.
· Tool Room leadership, process, tooling, & fixture problem solving. Toolmaker training in best practices and promoting continuous improvement in Safety, Quality, Productivity, On-time delivery, & Employee Development.
· Identify areas for improvement and implement Lean Manufacturing principles to continually improve processes, equipment & practices.
- Establish & maintain professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Competencies:
· Excellent communications skills to be able to interface with a multitude of various personalities & attitudes and still maintain a professional demeanor.
· 3D Solids modeling design experience, preferably PTC Creo.
· Can develop innovative tooling designs that are ergonomically sound and are easily machinable with proper GD&T and material call outs.
· Understands tool steels, nylons and various non-ferrous materials to help improve fixture durability while maintaining a lower cost.
· Capable of troubleshooting broach tooling issues or interested in learning about the use of these tools.
· Provide recommendations in broach bar design on new and existing broaching tools.
· Microsoft Word, Excel & Power Point knowledge & use.
Preferred Qualifications:
· Two-year associate’s degree in Tool and Die Design
· 5 to 7 years related to tooling design or tool room machinist experience.
· Supervisory skills and competencies
· PTC Creo modeling software experience
· Microsoft Windows Operating System
· AutoCAD (current version)
· Geometric Tolerances
· 5 to 7 years manufacturing processing experience
· 2 years Lean Manufacturing experience
· 3 to 5 years fixture troubleshooting experience
· 2+ years of broach bar design and usage experience preferred
Tool & Die Technician
Location: Franklin Park, Illinois
Overview
A manufacturing company in the Franklin Park area is seeking a Tool & Die Technician to support tooling and die maintenance within a production environment. This role is responsible for building, repairing, and maintaining tooling used in metal forming and fabrication processes.
The ideal candidate has experience working with stamping dies, tooling components, and precision machining equipment, and is comfortable troubleshooting tooling issues that impact production efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
• Build, repair, and maintain tooling, dies, and fixtures used in metal fabrication or stamping operations.
• Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical instructions to support toolroom activities.
• Diagnose tooling issues and perform repairs to maintain proper die function and reduce production downtime.
• Set up and operate toolroom equipment such as mills, lathes, grinders, drills, and related machining equipment.
• Inspect dies and tooling components for wear or damage and perform necessary maintenance or adjustments.
• Use precision measuring tools including micrometers, calipers, and gauges to verify tolerances and specifications.
• Disassemble, clean, and reassemble tooling components using appropriate hand tools and maintenance procedures.
• Support troubleshooting efforts related to tooling issues affecting production equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance on toolroom machinery and equipment.
• Maintain documentation related to tooling maintenance, repairs, and inspection activities.
• Assist with training or supporting junior technicians or apprentices when needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment while following company safety policies.
Qualifications
• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical training or apprenticeship in tool and die or machining preferred.
• Approximately 1–3 years of experience working in tool and die, machining, or toolroom environments.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings.
• Mechanical aptitude and familiarity with machining and tooling equipment.
• Experience operating forklifts, hoists, or cranes in an industrial setting is helpful.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a manufacturing team.
Physical Requirements
• Ability to work scheduled shifts in a manufacturing environment.
• Frequent standing and movement throughout the workday.
• Ability to lift or move materials and tooling components up to approximately 70 pounds.
• Work performed in an industrial environment with exposure to machinery, noise, and shop conditions typical of metal fabrication operations.
Tool Room Technician
The Tool Room Technician is responsible for maintaining, repairing, and supporting all tooling and tooling components used in production. This role ensures the safe and efficient operation of the tool room, performs preventive and corrective maintenance, and maintains accurate documentation to support production quality and uptime. The technician plays a critical role in ensuring tooling reliability, minimizing downtime, and supporting continuous improvement across the facility.
Are you looking to make a career change to a rapidly growing, stable, innovating company? This exciting opportunity as a Tool Room Technician offers a competitive salary plus an excellent benefits package including medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, paid PTO etc. Does this position match your future career goals? Then this Tool Room Technician opportunity could be the right fit for you.
- Competitive Salary
- Immediate Hire
- Friendly Work Environment
Responsibilities:
- Manage all tooling, tooling components, machining supplies, and ensure the safe, effective operation of the tool room.
- Maintain an adequate inventory of components required for tooling maintenance, repair, and replacement.
- Repair, replace, modify, or improve tooling based on instructions provided.
- Keep the tool room, equipment, and work areas clean, organized, and compliant with safety and housekeeping standards.
- Maintain accurate tooling history records, including maintenance, repairs, and modifications.
Qualifications:
- Experience in a tool room, die maintenance, machining, or related manufacturing environment.
- Ability to read and interpret work orders, maintenance checklists, and technical documentation.
- Strong mechanical aptitude with experience in tooling repair, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance.
- Familiarity with die casting, stamping, or machining operations is preferred.
- Ability to use measurement tools, hand tools, and shop equipment safely and effectively.
- Strong attention to detail, organization, and documentation accuracy.
- Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
Jasleen Kaur
Ajulia Executive Search is a search firm specializing in Manufacturing, Finance, IT, Legal and Pharmaceutical positions. This is a confidential search for one of our preferred clients. It is a direct hire position that includes competitive compensation and full comprehensive benefit package.
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