Tool & Die Maker

Company: Spalding & Day Tool & Die
Location: Louisville
Posted on: February 17, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Description: Position overview The Tool and Die Maker will provide support for all production tooling needs, perform preventative maintenance, and respond to shop-floor calls in a timely manner. We offer a competitive compensation, benefits and opportunities for professional growth. If you have the passion, experience, and skills to excel as a Tool & Die Maker, we invite you to apply. Join our team and be a part of our commitment to quality manufacturing. Roles & Responsibilities Must work well with others as part of team and be committed to providing our customers with an excellent experience Reads and interpret blueprint Interprets both verbal or written instructions, and can fabricate a component by determining the required specifications Perform, setup and operation of all types of machine shop tools, considering types of materials and cutting tools, tolerances, coolants, lubricants, and machine tool feeds and speeds Determines specifications for inspection of work performed Use precision measuring and gaging tools to perform required inspections before, during and after machining Set-up and operate all tool room equipment (i.e. grinding, milling, lathe) Troubleshooting of tools, and record keeping of all tool development activity Provide support for all production tooling needs Respond to shop-floor calls in a timely manner Perform preventative maintenance as required Understand all tooling components functions so that the highest possible run time and quality can be maintained Maintain a spare parts inventory to reduce potential down time Share knowledge of the trade and train apprentices Wear all required safety equipment and ensure a safe working environment Ensure appropriate shop safety standards are in place and enforced When necessary use CAD software Maintain a clean and organized work area, free of clutter and safety hazards Perform other duties and tasks as assigned by the supervisor Qualifications, Skills & Education Requirements - Previous experience as a Tool and Die Maker in a manufacturing environment - Journeyman’s Tool and Die Maker’s card of certification is a plus - Equivalent combination of aptitude, education, certification and or experienced body of knowledge that will meet our requirements. · CAD training and experience, preferably with Solid Works or other solid modeling software - Excellent time management skills with the ability to multi-task and prioritize - Excellent communication skills, team skills, and can interface directly with the customer to resolve issues - Excellent visual accuracy - Basic Math skills are required - Basic computers skills with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Power Point · Must be able to maintain an excellent attendance record - Excellent English written and verbal communication skills - Keen eye for detail Requirements: Physical Demands and Work Environment The work environment characteristics are as described; while performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to varied temperatures due to working in an non-airconditioned facility. In addition, the employee i regularly exposed to oil, grease, dust, odors, fumes, loud noise environment, and may work near moving mechanical parts. The work environment is not climate controlled. Ability to lift/push/pull weight from 10 to 50 lbs. without restrictions. Ability to stand/walk/move for up to 10 hours Ability to work in dusty and dirty conditions Repetitive motionMust be able to perform movements such as bending, stooping, standing, and walking.

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