Die Repairman - 3rd Shift

Die Repairman - 3rd Shift

The role of the tool & die repairman involves maintaining and repairing dies on both the 1st and 2nd shifts. This position requires an individual with over 7 years of experience who can seamlessly integrate into the team and perform repairs both in the press and tool room.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair dies in stamping presses, including 600 - 1,000 progressive, tandem, and transfer presses across 42 different machines.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot issues with the fingers of the press.
• Perform lockout/tagout procedures and enter presses to troubleshoot broken punches.
• Operate cranes, forklifts, and other heavy machinery safely and efficiently.
• Utilize press gauges for tool & die setup.
• Assist in training and mentoring Die Setters to familiarize them with processes.
• Read and interpret drawings and specifications of tools, dies, prototypes, or models.
• Repair jigs, dies, and fixtures, and set up machine tools to troubleshoot problems.

Essential Skills

• Progressive and transfer die troubleshooting experience.
• Over 7 years of tool & die maintenance experience.
• Tool Room machinist skills, including manual machining and surface grinding.
• Experience with cranes, forklifts, and in-press repair.
• Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose tool issues in both the press and tool room.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
• Prioritization and addressing of tool and die maintenance needs.
• Welding and fabrication skills.

Why Work Here?

Join a union facility that values its employees and offers yearly increases, 14 paid holidays, and comprehensive benefits including long-term and short-term disability, PTO, and life insurance. Enjoy a 401k match program, opportunities for internal promotion, and a supportive environment that encourages skill certification and development. Work with a variety of clients, including major automotive companies, in a stable and established facility.

Work Environment

Work in a stamping and robotic weld facility that houses 42 presses and robots. The facility is older and requires steel-toed boots, safety glasses, and sleeves. This is a 3rd shift position from 10:30 pm to 6 am starting Sunday night, with potential for weekend shifts. Training occurs on the 1st shift from 6:30 am to 2 pm.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Center Line, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.45 - $35.45/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Center Line, MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 10, 2026.