Join our team! We are currently seeking a Tool and Die Maker-430A at Canada Tubeform, a London, Ontario Automotive Tier 2 manufacturing facility. We are a progressive, growing Canadian based manufacturing business focused on the production of high-volume tubular steel components and assemblies for the automotive industry and have been in business since 2001 as a privately-owned company.

Canada Tubeform operates with advanced technology for stamping and fabrication utilizing a wide scope of processes producing high quality standards. We pride ourselves on being a supplier of choice.

Job Description:

The Tool and Die Maker is responsible for the maintenance, repair, troubleshooting, and improvement of production tooling, dies, fixtures, and manufacturing equipment to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient production. This position supports production by minimizing downtime, maintaining tooling to quality standards, and participating in continuous improvement initiatives.

The successful candidate must be able to work day shift and afternoon shift, occasionally work flexible hours and overtime as required with a reasonable work-life balance.

Responsibilities:

- Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on production tooling, dies, fixtures, and manufacturing equipment.
- Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and tooling-related issues to minimize equipment downtime.
- Repair, modify, rebuild, and fabricate tooling components using conventional machining, welding, and fitting techniques.
- Inspect tooling and equipment using precision measuring instruments to ensure dimensional accuracy and quality requirements are met.
- Assist in the installation, commissioning, and validation of new tooling, equipment, and production processes.
- Support production by responding promptly to equipment breakdowns and implementing effective corrective actions.
- Participate in root cause analysis, corrective action activities,



and continuous improvement initiatives to improve equipment reliability and manufacturing efficiency.
- Work collaboratively with Production, Engineering, Quality, and Maintenance teams to resolve manufacturing issues.
- Support research and development activities, prototype builds, and tooling/process improvements as required.
- Maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, and documentation using the company's enterprise resource planning (ERP) system.
- Safely operate and maintain hand tools, power tools, machine tools, welding equipment, and precision measuring instruments.
- Respond to equipment breakdowns under the supervision of qualified maintenance personnel.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area using 5S principles.
- Follow Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), confined space, machine guarding, and other safety procedures.
- Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

- Certificate of Qualification as a Tool and Die Maker (430A) or equivalent recognized skilled trade certification.
- A minimum of 3 years of experience in an automotive or high-volume manufacturing environment.
- Strong knowledge of tool and die maintenance, repair, troubleshooting, and fabrication.
- Experience with hydraulic, pneumatic, robotic, and automated manufacturing systems.
- Proficient in welding, machining, grinding, and precision fitting techniques.
- Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings, blueprints, GD&T;, and tooling schematics.
- Working knowledge of CAD software and tooling design principles is considered an asset.




- Experience supporting prototype development or research and development projects is considered an asset.
- Knowledge of CNC equipment, CNC bending, and machining operations is considered an asset.
- Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles, 5S, and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Solid mechanical aptitude and analytical troubleshooting skills.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and teamwork skills.
- Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
- Demonstrated commitment to health, safety, and quality standards.

What we offer:

- Competitive compensation including shift premiums and bonus opportunity
- Comprehensive employer paid benefit package
- Employee Assistance Program
- Training reimbursement program
- Onsite parking
- Great company culture and team environment
- Rewarding career with a growing company

We thank all applicants for their interest however, only those candidates under consideration for this opportunity will be contacted. We use AI tools to help screen applications for keywords and basic requirements, but a human makes the decision on who moves forward. This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Canada Tubeform invites applications from all qualified individuals. We are committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $38.81-$40.77 per hour

Benefits:

- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Vision care

Ability to commute/relocate:

- London, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Certificate of Qualification for Tool and Die Maker-430A (required)

Work Location: In person

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