Tool and Die Maker

Advanced Tooling Systems
Grand Rapids, MI

Job Description

Job Description

Job title : Tool and Die Maker

Reports to : Foreman

Supervisory responsibilities : Apprentices

Summary/objective : Advanced Tooling Systems (ATS) is looking for a Tool and Die Maker to add to our day and night shift teams! The Tool and Die Maker analyzes specifications, lays out metal stock, sets up and operates machine tools, and fits and assembles parts to fabricate and repair metalworking dies, cutting tools, jigs and fixtures, gauges, and machinists' hand tools by performing the following duties.

Essential functions :

  • Follow the die from cradle to customer. Die maker is responsible for every aspect of the tool.
  • Conduct test runs with completed tools or dies to ensure that parts meet specifications; make adjustments as necessary.
  • File, grind, shim, and adjust different parts to properly fit them together.
  • Fit and assemble parts to make, repair, or modify dies, jigs, gauges, and tools, using machine tools and hand tools.
  • Study blueprints, sketches, models, or specifications to plan sequences of operations for fabricating tools, dies, or assemblies.
  • Verify dimensions, alignments, and clearances of finished parts for conformance to specifications, using measuring instruments such as calipers, gauge blocks, micrometers, and dial indicators.
  • Lead die construction and try out.
  • Follow all safety rules and report unsafe work conditions to management.
  • Keep work area clean.
  • Maintain appropriate tools and keep current on tool calibration.

Required competency, education, and experience :

  • Minimum 2 years of experience
  • High School Graduate or Equivalent
  • Diemaker Journeyman Status or Equivalent
  • Valid driver’s license.

Work environment : Manufacturing environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Physical demands :

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand.
  • The employee is frequently required to walk; use hands grip or handle; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear.
  • The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
  • The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and ability to adjust focus.

Position type and expected hours of work : Full time. Day and Night shifts available.

Travel : <5%

Compensation/Benefits: ATS offers a competitive compensation and benefits package which includes competitive pay, dental insurance, vision insurance, health insurance, short term disability, long term disability, company paid life insurance, voluntary life insurance, 401(k) plan with match, education reimbursement, paid vacation and holidays, and flex spending.

Other duties : This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

ATS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ATS does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

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Posted 2025-07-24

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