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Leoforce
Tool and Die Maker
Job Description
Tool and Die Maker Leoforce•3.0 Brea, CA Job Details Full-time $37•$40 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications Mechanical blueprint interpretation Troubleshooting schematics Manufacturing facility experience Mechanical drawings Pneumatic systems Hydraulics Manufacturing company experience
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Mid Level Salary:
$37•$40 per hour Job Details•Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Repair, maintain, and troubleshoot tooling, dies, jigs, fixtures, and machine shop equipment Perform preventive maintenance and diagnose mechanical issues to determine corrective actions Disassemble, inspect, repair, and reassemble dies and tooling components Operate manual machines including mills, grinders, lathes, and drill presses Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings Design and fabricate new tools, dies, molds, jigs, and fixtures as needed Verify dimensions using precision measuring instruments to ensure acceptable tolerances Assist with die setups, adjustments, and changeovers Monitor tooling performance and recommend improvements to reduce downtime and scrap Collaborate with production, engineering, and quality teams to resolve tooling issues Follow all safety procedures including lockout/tagout requirementsRequired Qualifications:
3+ years of tool and die maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment Strong hands on knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings Experience in stamping, machining, or aerospace manufacturing is a strong plus CNC machining and CAD familiarity preferred Welding and fabrication skills are a bonusPhysical Requirements:
Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and lift up to 50 pounds Comfortable working around machinery, noise, oils, and hand and power tools A bit about us:•Join a legacy manufacturing specialist known for delivering high-performance products to aerospace, defense, and industrial markets. With advanced capabilities across silicone sealants and insulation components, our client operates from a modern California facility and serves a broad and critical customer base, while fostering innovation, craftsmanship, and continuous growth. The Tool & Die Technician is responsible for maintaining, repairing, troubleshooting, and improving tooling, dies, jigs, and fixtures across our manufacturing operation. This role is critical to keeping equipment running safely, efficiently, and within quality standards while minimizing production downtime. Why join us?•What We Offer:
Competitive base pay and overall compensation package Full benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision Generous PTO, vacation, sick, and holidays Stable, full time opportunity with a growing manufacturing company Hands on role with real ownership and visibility Collaborative team environment where your skills are valued every day #manufacturing #cnc #mill #tool-and-die #tooling #fixtures #lathe #dies #tier2Career Insights for Tool and Die Maker
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What they do
A Tool and Die Maker builds the tools and dies used to make a variety of products and appliances. Works with mechanical engineers to build and assemble parts according to blueprints.
$64,659 / year median in California
+1% projected growth