Tool and Die Maker

Tool and Die Maker

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Located in Kitchener, ON

Salary: 27

Pay: CA$27.00 per hour

Job description:

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Tool & Die Maker to join our manufacturing team. The successful candidate will be responsible for building, maintaining, and repairing precision dies, molds, jigs, and fixtures used in production. This position requires a strong background in machining, blueprint reading, and problem-solving in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Duties

• Set up, operate, and maintain a variety of manual and CNC machines (mills, lathes, grinders, EDM, etc.) to build and repair tools and dies.
• Interpret complex engineering drawings, blueprints, and CAD data to produce precision components.
• Perform precision fitting and assembly of dies, jigs, and fixtures.
• Conduct troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance on tooling to ensure quality and efficiency.
• Inspect finished tools and dies for conformance to specifications using precision measuring instruments.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to develop improvements in tooling design and manufacturing processes.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, adhering to safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; completion of an accredited Tool & Die apprenticeship or technical program preferred.
• Experience: Minimum 3–5 years of experience as a Tool & Die Maker in a precision manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience in tool making or a related field within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, SolidWorks, CNC programming, and operation of CNC machinery.
• Strong mechanical knowledge with hands-on experience using hand tools for assembly and repair tasks.
• Familiarity with machining processes including welding techniques is preferred.
• Excellent math skills for precise measurements and calculations.
• Ability to read technical documents such as schematics and blueprints effectively.
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Only candidates who meet our criteria will be contacted.

Express Employment Professionals is one of the top staffing companies in the U.S. and Canada. Every day, we help people in Kitchener-Waterloo find jobs and provide workforce solutions to businesses. Express provides a full range of employment solutions that include full-time and temporary employment in a wide range of positions within Professional, Light Industrial, and Office Services divisions. We’ll help you find jobs with companies in Kitchener, Waterloo, New Hamburg, Baden, and other surrounding areas. Whether you’re a worker in between jobs who needs immediate income, a skilled professional looking to make connections in KW’s business community, or a business looking to save time and money on recruitment, Express Employment Professionals Kitchener can help!

At Express Employment Professionals we are committed to diversity and inclusion. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. We strive to create a workplace where everyone feels valued and respected

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person

Express Office: Kitchener

385 Frederick Street

Unit 3

Kitchener, ON N2H 2P2

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Apply Now

Tool and Die Maker

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Located in Kitchener, ON

Salary: 27

Pay: CA$27.00 per hour

Job description:

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Tool & Die Maker to join our manufacturing team. The successful candidate will be responsible for building, maintaining, and repairing precision dies, molds, jigs, and fixtures used in production. This position requires a strong background in machining, blueprint reading, and problem-solving in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Duties

• Set up, operate, and maintain a variety of manual and CNC machines (mills, lathes, grinders, EDM, etc.) to build and repair tools and dies.
• Interpret complex engineering drawings, blueprints, and CAD data to produce precision components.
• Perform precision fitting and assembly of dies, jigs, and fixtures.
• Conduct troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance on tooling to ensure quality and efficiency.
• Inspect finished tools and dies for conformance to specifications using precision measuring instruments.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to develop improvements in tooling design and manufacturing processes.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, adhering to safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; completion of an accredited Tool & Die apprenticeship or technical program preferred.
• Experience: Minimum 3–5 years of experience as a Tool & Die Maker in a precision manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience in tool making or a related field within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, SolidWorks, CNC programming, and operation of CNC machinery.
• Strong mechanical knowledge with hands-on experience using hand tools for assembly and repair tasks.
• Familiarity with machining processes including welding techniques is preferred.
• Excellent math skills for precise measurements and calculations.
• Ability to read technical documents such as schematics and blueprints effectively.
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Only candidates who meet our criteria will be contacted.

Express Employment Professionals is one of the top staffing companies in the U.S. and Canada. Every day, we help people in Kitchener-Waterloo find jobs and provide workforce solutions to businesses. Express provides a full range of employment solutions that include full-time and temporary employment in a wide range of positions within Professional, Light Industrial, and Office Services divisions. We’ll help you find jobs with companies in Kitchener, Waterloo, New Hamburg, Baden, and other surrounding areas. Whether you’re a worker in between jobs who needs immediate income, a skilled professional looking to make connections in KW’s business community, or a business looking to save time and money on recruitment, Express Employment Professionals Kitchener can help!

At Express Employment Professionals we are committed to diversity and inclusion. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. We strive to create a workplace where everyone feels valued and respected

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person

Express Office: Kitchener

385 Frederick Street

Unit 3

Kitchener, ON N2H 2P2

Email us

Apply Now

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