Precision Tool and Die Maker

Are you a skilled Tool and Die Maker with a passion for precision and craftsmanship? Join our team in Bay Shore, NY, where your expertise in designing, building, and repairing precision tooling will be highly valued.

As a Precision Tool and Die Maker, you will be responsible for creating and maintaining high-quality tooling, dies, fixtures, and machine components essential to our manufacturing processes. You will operate manual machine shop equipment and use precision measuring instruments to ensure accuracy and efficiency. This right-to-hire position offers a chance to showcase your technical skills in a safety-focused, quality-driven environment.

Job Details

• EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Right to Hire
• PAY RATE: $25 - $30 per hour
• LOCATION: Bay Shore, NY 11706
• SCHEDULE: Monday-Friday
• POSITIONS AVAILABLE: 1
• BENEFITS: Weekly Pay, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and much more!

Responsibilities

• Design, build, modify, and repair tooling, dies, fixtures, and machine components from engineering drawings, CAD files, or sample parts.
• Diagnose tooling issues and perform repairs to minimize production downtime.
• Manufacture precision tools, dies, jigs, fixtures, punches, and machine components.
• Support Engineering with prototype tooling, product development, and process improvements.
• Perform precision grinding, milling, turning, drilling, and machining operations.
• Inspect completed tooling using precision measuring instruments to ensure dimensional accuracy.
• Set up, adjust, and test tooling prior to production.
• Operate manual machine shop equipment including mills, lathes, grinders, drill presses, and power presses.
• Maintain tooling records and communicate repair recommendations.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Follow all company safety, environmental, and quality procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of five years of Tool & Die Maker experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience operating manual machine shop equipment.
• Must be able to work Monday-Friday.
• Must be able to read and write.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, CAD prints, and GD&T.
• Ability to safely and accurately operate all measuring and production equipment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Completion of a Tool & Die apprenticeship or equivalent technical training preferred.
• Tool & Die Maker certification preferred.
• Experience repairing progressive, compound, and forming dies preferred.
• Experience working with stamping operations is highly desirable.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Working understanding of geometry, trigonometry, and algebra.
• Ability to work independently, and with engineers and machinists.
• Excellent follow-up and communication skills.
• Ability to use precision measuring instruments including micrometers, calipers, height gauges, dial indicators, and gauges.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Frequently bend, kneel, crouch, reach, climb, and work around manufacturing equipment.
• Manual dexterity required to operate precision machine tools.
• Ability to distinguish small measurements and details.
• Ability to work safely around moving mechanical equipment.

Staff Perm is an Award-Winning employment agency with over 20 years experience simplifying the employment process. Located near Dallas, Texas and supporting locations across the USA. 7214 S State Hwy 78 Suite #1, Sachse, TX 75048 Staff Perm is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without discrimination and in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of background check and drug screen based on local, state and federal laws in your region.

Minor offenses will not necessarily disqualify a candidate from consideration, and all situations are reviewed by HR for compliance with local laws and hiring requirements for the role.

If you have the precision skills and experience to excel as a Tool and Die Maker, apply today to join our dedicated team and advance your career in a supportive manufacturing environment.