Die Setter

Join the Toledo Tool & Die Team!

Located close to the Michigan/Ohio border, Toledo Tool and Die has diligently served the people of both of those great states since 1940. It was a company founded on one simple principle: to do the finest work possible for our clients and to deliver on every promise we make. Today Toledo Tool & Die has three facilities in the Toledo area and one in Pioneer, Ohio.

Toledo Tool & Die is adding Die Setter to our team to support our continued growth.

This is a full-time position based in Pioneer, Ohio. We offer competitive wages, growth opportunities, and a clean, safe work environment.

Come join our team! Hours for this position are typically:

• 1st shift: Monday-Friday, 5:45am-2:00pm
• 2nd shift: Monday-Friday, 1:45pm-10:00pm
• 3rd shift: Sunday-Friday, 9:45pm-6:00am

*Must be available to work overtime (daily, weekends & some holidays) *

What Toledo Tool & Die Can Offer You:

• Starting pay of $22.00/hour
• $1.50 shift premium for 2nd shift
• $1.00 shift premium for 3rd shift
• Weekly pay
• 10 paid holidays
• Paid Time Off
• 401k
• Full benefits (medical, dental, vision)

What Makes You a Great Fit for This Position:

• You are mechanically inclined.
• Previous experience in a factory is beneficial but not necessary
• Strong work ethic
• Positive attitude
• Consistent attendance
• Willingness to learn
• Safety minded

Summary:

The Die Setter is responsible for setting up, adjusting, and maintaining stamping dies in mechanical and/or hydraulic presses to ensure efficient production runs and high-quality parts. This role plays a key part in minimizing downtime and ensuring that tooling is aligned, secured, and functioning properly.

Essential Job Functions:

• Install, align, and secure dies in stamping presses per production schedule and job specifications.
• Set up tooling and make necessary die adjustments to ensure proper operation and product quality.
• Perform die changes quickly and accurately to reduce machine downtime.
• Safely operate forklifts, overhead cranes, and other material handling equipment.
• Troubleshoot die and press issues during production runs and escalate complex problems as needed.
• Follow all safety procedures and wear required PPE.
• Accurately complete die setup and production documentation.
• Assist with press operators and team members as necessary.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.

Requirements:

• A high school education or equivalent with one (1) year minimum experience in die-setting or related technical field, preferably in a metal stamping environment.
• Read, interpret and comprehend safety, operating and maintenance documents and procedures.
• Ability to pass mechanical aptitude test.
• Ability to operate power press.
• Ability to pass die setter training program.
• Ability to obtain/retain an Industrial Powered Lift Truck certification.
• Ability to obtain/retain an Overhead Crane certification.
• Ability to obtain/retain a Lock out/Tag out Authorization certification.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment to ensure delivery requirements.
• Lift up to fifty (50) pounds.
• Identified candidates must be able to work overtime (daily, weekends and holidays).

Toledo Tool & Die is an equal opportunity employer.