Engineering

Tool & die technician

TOOL & DIE TECHNICIAN.

birmingham, alabama

Posted 2 days ago

Closes 10/30/2026 Job details Summary Spherion

$30.00 - $34.00 per hour

Permanent

6:00 AM - 2:30 PM

Industry

engineering (Architecture and Engineering Occupations)

Reference number

S_180440 Responsible for the maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of progressive stamping dies to support efficient production operations. This role performs die changeovers, preventive maintenance, and precision machining using Haas CNC equipment to ensure tooling meets quality and production requirements

Responsibilities:

Tooling Setup, Maintenance & Repair:

??? Perform changeovers and aid in the setup of progressive stamping dies in production presses.

??? Inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain progressive dies to minimize downtime.

??? Perform die spotting, fitting, grinding, polishing, and assembly of tooling components.

??? Diagnose die, tooling, and part-quality issues; determine root causes; and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime and scrap.

??? Conduct preventive maintenance on dies and tool room equipment.

??? Ensure tooling is production-ready prior to scheduled runs.

Machining & Technical Knowledge:

??? Program and operate Haas CNC machining centers and Wire EDM machines to manufacture, modify, and repair tooling components.

??? Machine and fit tooling components to specified dimensions and tolerances. ... ??? Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and CAD models.

??? Measure and verify tooling dimensions using micrometers, calipers, indicators, height gauges, and other precision measuring instruments.

??? Recommend tooling improvements that enhance efficiency, quality, and equipment reliability.

Working hours:

6:00 AM - 2:30

PM Skills:

--Tool & Die apprenticeship, technical certification, or equivalent technical training

Education:

High School Experience:

4-7 years

Qualifications:

??? High school diploma or GED

??? 3+ years of experience in tool and die maintenance within a metal stamping environment.

??? Experience with progressive stamping dies is required.

??? Proficiency in programming and operating Haas CNC machines.

??? Experience using manual mills, lathes, grinders, cranes and other tool room equipment.

??? Ability to read blueprints, tooling drawings, and CAD models.

??? Strong knowledge of machining practices, die construction, and metal stamping processes.

??? Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.

??? Basic computer skills for documentation and work order management.

??? Understanding of progressive die operation and setup.

??? Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

??? Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Physical Requirements:

??? Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

??? Frequent standing, bending, kneeling, reaching, and walking throughout the workday.

??? Must be able to work around moving machinery while following all required safety procedures Direct Hire in Bham Spherion has helped thousands of people just like you find work happiness! Our experienced staff will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temp-to-perm or direct hire opportunities, no one works harder for you than Spherion.

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key responsibilities

Tooling Setup, Maintenance & Repair:

???Perform changeovers and aid in the setup of progressive stamping dies in production presses.???Inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain progressive dies to minimize downtime.???Perform die spotting, fitting, grinding, polishing, and assembly of tooling components.???Diagnose die, tooling, and part-quality issues; determine root causes; and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime and scrap.???Conduct preventive maintenance on dies and tool room equipment.???Ensure tooling is production-ready prior to scheduled runs.

Machining & Technical Knowledge:

???Program and operate Haas CNC machining centers and Wire EDM machines to manufacture, modify, and repair tooling components.???Machine and fit tooling components to specified dimensions and tolerances.???Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and CAD models.???Measure and verify tooling dimensions using micrometers, calipers, indicators, height gauges, and other precision measuring instruments.???Recommend tooling improvements that enhance efficiency, quality, and equipment reliability. experience 4-7 years skills --Tool & Die apprenticeship, technical certification, or equivalent technical training qualifications ???High school diploma or GED ???3+ years of experience in tool and die maintenance within a metal stamping environment.???Experience with progressive stamping dies is required.???Proficiency in programming and operating Haas CNC machines.???Experience using manual mills, lathes, grinders, cranes and other tool room equipment.???Ability to read blueprints, tooling drawings, and CAD models.???Strong knowledge of machining practices, die construction, and metal stamping processes.???Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.???Basic computer skills for documentation and work order management.???Understanding of progressive die operation and setup.???Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.???Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Physical Requirements:

???Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.???Frequent standing, bending, kneeling, reaching, and walking throughout the workday.???Must be able to work around moving machinery while following all required safety procedures education High School share this job.

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