Flex‑N‑Gate is a leading manufacturer and supplier of components for the automotive industry, recently ranked 10th of the 150 Top North American Suppliers in “Automotive News.” A growing and vital company, Flex‑N‑Gate provides a great opportunity for hard‑working and skilled individuals.

Summary
The Tool Maker is responsible for building, repairing, and maintaining precision tools, dies, fixtures, and molds used in the production of automotive components. This role requires a high level of craftsmanship, attention to detail, and the ability to work from engineering drawings and specifications to produce tooling that meets exacting standards. Working closely with Engineering, Production, and Maintenance teams, the Tool Maker ensures that all tooling supports efficient, safe, and high‑quality manufacturing operations.

Core Competencies

Time Management

Development and Continual Learning

Problem Solving

Accountability and Dependability

Research Analysis

Decision Making and Judgement

Providing Consultation

Ethics and Integrity

Planning Organizing

Mathematical Reasoning

Enforcing Laws, Rules and Regulations

Coaching and Mentoring

Communication

Teamwork

Job Duties

Manufacture new tools, dies, jigs, fixtures, and molds based on blueprints or CAD designs.

Repair and maintain existing tooling to ensure optimal performance and minimal production downtime.

Operate a variety of manual and CNC machines including lathes, mills, surface grinders, and EDM machines.

Perform precision measurements using micrometers, calipers, and gauges to verify dimensions.

Interpret complex technical drawings,



CAD files, and work instructions.

Support production teams by providing timely and effective tooling solutions.

Comply with all quality systems and procedures.

Build dies from blueprints, drawings, last‑off status cards and supervisor lineups.

Work with other departments to resolve tooling problems.

Maintain good housekeeping in the tool room work area.

Work and dress safely (i.e., wear proper protective equipment, demonstrate safe use of all machinery and equipment, etc.).

Responsible for working in a safe manner, and following all Health and Safety procedures.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.

Completion of a Tool & Die apprenticeship program or equivalent technical training.

3+ years of experience as a Tool Maker, preferably in an automotive or high‑volume manufacturing environment.

Possess a Provincial Trade License or equivalent experience preferred.

What We Offer

Medical, dental, prescription, vision, life and disability insurance

RRSP retirement savings plan

Extensive safety training, new hire orientation, continuous learning and development programs and tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays and vacation time

“It engages you professionally, and provides learning opportunities.”

“Lots of growth opportunity.”

“The company’s young enough to be exciting, but old enough to be reliable.”

“Not just a job—a great place to work!”

Flex‑N‑Gate is an equal opportunity employer. Ontario Human Rights Code and AODA.

Winner of Forbes 2024 Canada’s Best Employers Award

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📌 PDC Prototype Tool Maker (Ontario)
🏢 Flex-N-Gate
📍 Ontario