Job Title: Tool and Die Maker

Department: Stamping/Engineering

Reports To: Die Maintenance Coordinator/Stamping Engineering Coordinator

Role Summary

The Tool & Die Maker is responsible for the Total Productive Maintenance of all stamping dies, transfer fingers, scrap chutes, and press bolsters.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

- Interpret Technical Data: Read and interpret blueprints, tooling drawings, sketches, and technical documentation.
- Support New Tooling: Participate actively in design/layout reviews for new tooling assemblies and assist with hands-on tooling trials.
- Perform Advanced Maintenance: Disassemble, inspect, repair, and reassemble specialized automotive tooling according to strict engineering specifications.
- Service Equipment: Execute preventative maintenance on progressive/transfer dies, transfer fingers, scrap chutes, and press fastening systems.
- Maintain Accurate Records: Track and update die quality logs, tooling designs, and preventative maintenance records.
- Drive Continuous Improvement: Generate and execute ideas to improve process quality, part accuracy, and tooling maintainability.
- Execute General Machining: Perform general machining, fabrication, and welding duties for the site as required.

Education, Experience & Skills

- Credential: Certificate or Degree from a two-year college/technical school; OR equivalent combination of education, apprenticeship hours, and practical experience.
- Machining Foundations: Strong understanding of general machining, precision fabrication principles, and hand/shop tools (lathes, saws, mills, grinders).
- Welding Capability: Practical experience in MIG, TIG, and ARC welding is considered a strong asset.
- Other Certificates:



Experience operating overhead bridge cranes, rigging/slinging heavy dies, and operating forklifts is highly preferred (ideal but not required). Onsite training provided.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

- Hands-on Dexterity: Frequently required to use hands to handle, feel, and reach with hands and arms.
- Mobility: Moving around a busy production floor; occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
- Heavy Lifting: Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds safely.
- Vision Metrics: Requires excellent close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception to inspect tight clearances.
- Setting: Working in a high-volume manufacturing environment with exposure to moving mechanical parts. Noise level is typically loud (hearing protection provided).

Why You Should Apply

- Premium Benefits: Comprehensive, company-paid Extended Health, Dental, and Vision care package (following probation).
- Future Security: Group RRSP program with an immediate company match after 2 years of service..
- Professional Gear: Personal uniforms provided and laundered daily, plus a Safety Boot Reimbursement program and Prescription Safety Glasses program.
- Career Growth: Transparent internal recruitment paths and a Tuition Reimbursement program for ongoing professional development.
- Health & Wellness: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), specialized Wellness Week, and a $10/month fitness rebate.
- Perks & Culture: Full-service on-site cafeteria, in office parking, and free cool treats provided throughout the summer.
- Social Events: Active social calendar featuring a company golf tournament, holiday parties (for both adults and kids), and team achievement recognition

📌 Tool and Die Maker (Elora)
🏢 Jefferson Elora
📍 Elora