Tool & Die Technician - 22248

Job Description

Job Description

Tool & Die Technician – Defense Search  

OVERVIEW  

Are you looking for a new career opportunity with an exciting Defense/Aerospace company?! Then we’ve got the right team for you! In this role, you’re responsible for the duties listed below.  

Immediate opening for a Tool & Die Technician in Brea, CA who possesses: 

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 3+ years of experience in tool & die maintenance in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with stamping, CNC machining, and CAD software is preferred
• Knowledge of hydraulic pneumatic, and mechanical systems

FULL DESCRIPTION: The Tool & Die Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining, repairing, troubleshooting, and improving tooling, dies, fixtures.. This role ensures tooling and equipment operate safely, efficiently, and within quality standards while minimizing downtime.

The selected candidate will be responsible for:  

• Repair, maintain, and troubleshoot tooling, dies, jigs, fixtures, and machine shop equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance on tooling and machine shop equipment.
• Diagnose mechanical issues and determine corrective actions as related to machine shop tools and equipment.
• Disassemble, inspect, repair, and reassemble dies and tooling components.
• Operate manual machines such as mills, grinders, lathes, and drill presses.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, technical drawings, and models.
• Design and fabricate new tools, dies, molds, jigs, and fixtures as needed for production support.
• Fabricate or modify tooling components as needed.
• Use precision measuring tools to verify final dimensions are within acceptable tolerances.
• Assist with die setups, adjustments, and changeovers.
• Monitor tooling performance and recommend improvements to reduce downtime and scrap.
• Follow all safety procedures, lockout/tagout requirements, and company policies.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and quality departments to resolve tooling issues.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas.

The selected candidate will also possess: 

• Welding and fabrication is a plus.
• Knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Salary Range: $38.00 - $39.00/hour

More information can be found at 

Defense Search is a specialized recruiting and staffing firm dedicated exclusively to the defense & aerospace industry. We place candidates on a contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire basis.

Company Description

Defense Search is a specialized recruiting and staffing firm dedicated exclusively to the defense & aerospace industry. We place candidates on a contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire basis.