Tool & Die Maker - First Shift

Job Description

Job Description

Tool & Die Maker – First Shift

Jagemann's precision tool room is hiring a Tool & Die Maker to operate advanced machining equipment on critical tooling components. You'll work in a temperature-controlled environment while providing tool building, modifications, and repairs.

What You'll Do

• Construct, alter, and repair transfer press dies, blocks, inserts, punches, fingers, slides, and mechanical press parts. Finish, polish, fit, align, and assemble tooling sets for press installation.
• Interpret blueprints, sketches, and verbal descriptions. Perform close-tolerance work where no design exists, using only a defective part as a pattern to fabricate replacements.
• Machine hardened steels, carbide, and exotic materials. Adjust speeds, feeds, and tooling based on material properties. Develop effective methods for new or unusual metals.
• Devise and construct temporary fixtures and holding devices for unusual tooling sizes. Develop custom soft jaws for non-standard parts. Adapt standard machine tools to unusual applications.
• Participate in design and development of new, experimental, and prototype tooling. Assist in analyzing tooling and part quality problems and implementing corrective action.
• Direct work of and train apprentices and pressroom technicians. Provide CNC troubleshooting guidance and occasional multi-machine oversight.
• Perform preventive maintenance on CNC equipment. Sharpen non-insert tools. Keep work areas clean and organized.
• Follow all Environmental Health & Safety procedures.

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma plus machining or metalworking training
• Mazak programming certification
• Partial completion of company-specified Machine Tool Operation curriculum
• CAD/CAM and Solutionware training
• Journeyman Card in Tool & Die preferred
• Journeyman Card in Machining
• Strong knowledge of material machining characteristics
• Attention to detail and ability to hold close tolerances
• Familiarity with Environmental Health & Safety procedure

• Immediate Benefits – No waiting period
• Complete Health Coverage – Medical, dental, and vision insurance from day one
• Financial Security – Company-paid short/long-term disability and basic life insurance
• Retirement Planning – 401(k) with company contributions
• Work-Life Balance – Paid holidays and vacation time from hire
• Professional Growth – Paid education programs and career development opportunities
• Health & Wellness – Onsite fitness center for employees and spouses
• Safety First – Prescription safety glasses and safety shoe reimbursement
• Employee-Friendly – Flexible policies in a temperature-controlled facility

We're looking for skilled professionals who take pride in precision work and want to grow their careers with a stable, innovative company. Apply today at

Salary: Competitive starting wages based on experience and skills.

Shift: First - Monday–Thursday 4×10s or Monday–Friday 5×8s