# Tool & Die Repair

**Company:** [G.Z.Q.S.O.](http://jobs.workable.com/companies/iRaqt3sLwvRkq8Rdqirw4g.md)
**Location:** Sterling Heights, United States
**Workplace:** on site
**Employment type:** Full-time

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## Description

### Tool & Die Maker – Direct Hire

**Location:** Sterling Heights, MI  
**Employment Type:** Direct Hire  
**Shift:** 2:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m. OR 3:00 p.m.–12:00 a.m.  
**Shift Premium:** $0.75/hour  
**Pay:** $35.00–$39.00/hour, based on experience

### Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced **Tool & Die Maker** for a direct-hire opportunity in Sterling Heights. This position is responsible for building, repairing, maintaining, and modifying dies, tooling, fixtures, gauges, and related equipment used in a production environment.

The ideal candidate will have at least five years of Tool & Die experience within a manufacturing or production setting. Candidates with strong **new die build experience** will also be considered.

### Key Responsibilities

-   Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, layouts, and specifications to determine machining and assembly requirements.
-   Plan the sequence of operations required to fabricate, repair, or modify dies and tooling.
-   Calculate and verify dimensions, tolerances, sizes, and specifications for parts and assemblies.
-   Set up and operate conventional and CNC machine tools, including lathes, mills, drill presses, grinders, and related equipment.
-   Machine, grind, file, shim, and adjust components to achieve proper fit and required tolerances.
-   Fit and assemble die components, gauges, fixtures, and tooling.
-   Troubleshoot, repair, and modify production dies as needed.
-   Inspect completed dies and components for proper dimensions, surface finish, contour, and defects.
-   Measure, mark, and lay out metal stock using micrometers, rulers, scribes, protractors, and other precision measuring instruments.
-   Cut, shape, and trim material using saws, shears, machining equipment, and hand tools.
-   Design and fabricate jigs, fixtures, and templates used to support production and machining operations.
-   Assist with die changes, troubleshooting, and first-piece approvals.
-   Use forklifts and overhead cranes to move dies, tooling, and other heavy equipment.
-   Perform additional Tool & Die responsibilities as required.

## Requirements

### Qualifications

-   High school diploma or equivalent required.
-   **Minimum 5 years of Tool & Die experience**, preferably within a production/manufacturing environment.
-   Candidates with **new die build experience** will also be considered.
-   Experience with die repair, troubleshooting, and modification.
-   Journeyman card in Tool & Die Making or Machining preferred, but not required.
-   Deep draw die experience is a plus.
-   Welding experience is preferred, but not required.
-   Ability to read blueprints and understand machining tolerances and specifications.
-   Working knowledge of mathematics and precision measuring equipment.
-   Experience safely operating machine tools, forklifts, and overhead cranes is preferred.

### Physical Requirements

-   Ability to stand and walk for an 8+ hour shift.
-   Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. without assistance.
-   Ability to perform frequent and repetitive motions.
-   Ability to work safely in a manufacturing environment with elevated noise levels.

## Benefits

-   Health benefits with Dental & Vision
-   PTO
-   Holiday Pay
-   Much more