Tool & Die Maker

Job summary

Build, assemble, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair tooling and dies, including manufacturing and fitting components to precise tolerances. Operate manual and CNC machine tools, interpret technical documentation, verify dimensions, maintain repair records, and collaborate with engineering and production teams to improve tooling performance.

Job details

Location: Kitchener-Waterloo-Cambridge ON Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time Shift: Day Shift | Monday–Thursday, Afternoons Compensation: $44/hour Job Overview We are currently seeking an experienced Toolmaker / Tool & Die Maker to join a well-established precision manufacturing team in the Kitchener-Waterloo-Cambridge area. This is a great opportunity for a skilled trades professional experienced in building, maintaining, and repairing tooling and dies. The ideal candidate takes pride in their craftsmanship, has strong attention to detail, and can work with tight tolerances in a manufacturing environment. What We Offer Permanent, full-time employment Competitive pay of $44/hour. Four-day workweek, Monday to Thursday Extended health, dental, and life insurance benefits RRSP/DPSP matching Annual bonus based on company performance Vacation and flexible paid holidays Overtime opportunities Paid training and tuition reimbursement Employee wellness and assistance programs Long-term career growth opportunities Key Responsibilities Build, assemble, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain tooling and dies. Assist with preventative maintenance and tooling repairs. Manufacture and fit tooling components to specified tolerances and design requirements. Perform grinding, fitting, spotting, polishing, stoning, and precision assembly. Operate manual and CNC machine tools, including mills, lathes, grinders, and drill presses. Interpret engineering drawings, CAD models, GD&T, and assembly documentation. Diagnose tooling failures and implement corrective repairs. Verify dimensional accuracy using precision measuring instruments. Maintain tooling maintenance records and repair documentation. Collaborate with engineering and production teams to improve tooling performance and reliability. Qualifications Certified Tool & Die Maker or Mold Maker. Minimum of 2 years of relevant, successful experience working as a licensed Tool & Die Maker. Experience building, maintaining, and repairing tooling and dies. Strong skills in grinding, fitting, machining, and precision assembly. Ability to interpret engineering drawings and work with tight tolerances. Experience with stamping, toolmaking and/or precision components is an asset. Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills. Reliable work history and commitment to quality and safety. 📩 Interested or know someone who might be a good fit? Send me a email at Raksha@canadianexecutivesearch.com

What you’ll do

Build, assemble, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair tooling and dies, including manufacturing and fitting components to precise tolerances. Operate manual and CNC machine tools, interpret technical documentation, verify dimensions, maintain repair records, and collaborate with engineering and production teams to improve tooling performance.

Requirements

Requires certification as a Tool & Die Maker or Mold Maker and at least two years of relevant experience as a licensed Tool & Die Maker. Candidates should have strong machining, grinding, fitting, precision assembly, drawing interpretation, troubleshooting, and quality and safety skills; stamping or precision-component experience is an asset.

Benefits

• Extended Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• RRSP/DPSP Matching
• Annual Performance Bonus
• Vacation
• Flexible Paid Holidays
• Overtime Opportunities
• Paid Training
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Wellness and Assistance Programs
• Career Growth Opportunities

Listed skills

• Preventive Maintenance · Preferred
• Troubleshooting · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Tool and Die Making
• Tooling and Die Repair
• Preventive Maintenance
• Grinding
• Fitting
• Machining
• Precision Assembly
• Manual and CNC Machine Operation
• Engineering Drawing Interpretation
• CAD Model Interpretation
• GD&T
• Precision Measurement
• Troubleshooting
• Dimensional Inspection
• Problem-Solving
• Attention to Detail

Job areas

• Trades
• Manufacturing
• Engineering

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