Tool and Die Maker

Wellington North, ON
On-site
Posted Jul 30, 2026
1 position

$42–$44 / hour

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: 3+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Posting language: English

Job summary

The Tool and Die Maker is responsible for building, maintaining, and repairing dies, jigs, fixtures, and production equipment to support manufacturing operations. They will also troubleshoot tooling issues, perform preventative maintenance, and assist in continuous improvement initiatives.

Job details

Tool & Die Maker Position: Tool & Die Maker Location: Mount Forest, ON Shift: Afternoon Shift Pay Rate: $44.00/hour Job Summary We are seeking a skilled Tool & Die Maker to join our manufacturing team. The successful candidate will be responsible for building, maintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting tooling, dies, jigs, fixtures, and production equipment to support efficient manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will have experience working with metal stamping dies, press equipment, and precision measuring instruments in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities Build, repair, maintain, and modify dies, tools, jigs, fixtures, and gauges. Troubleshoot and repair tooling issues to minimize production downtime. Perform preventative maintenance on dies and tooling to maximize performance and lifespan. Set up, adjust, and maintain tooling for stamping and press operations. Inspect tooling for wear and recommend repairs or replacements. Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and CAD specifications. Operate manual machine shop equipment including lathes, milling machines, grinders, drill presses, and surface grinders. Use precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, height gauges, and bore gauges. Perform die tryouts and support production during tooling changeovers. Assist in continuous improvement initiatives to improve tooling efficiency and product quality. Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and production teams to resolve tooling issues. Maintain accurate maintenance records and complete work orders. Ensure compliance with workplace health and safety procedures and company policies. Qualifications Valid Tool & Die Maker Certificate (430A) or equivalent trade qualification. Minimum 3–5 years of experience in a manufacturing or stamping environment. Strong knowledge of metal stamping dies and press operations. Experience troubleshooting tooling and die issues. Ability to read blueprints and technical drawings. Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills. Experience with precision measuring instruments. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Must be legally eligible to work in Canada. Preferred Skills Experience with progressive and transfer dies. Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems. Welding and machining experience is an asset. Familiarity with CNC machining and EDM equipment is an asset. Strong understanding of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement principles. Benefits $44.00/hour competitive pay Full-time, permanent position Afternoon shift Overtime opportunities Stable manufacturing environment Career growth and advancement opportunities Comprehensive health and safety training

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must hold a valid Tool & Die Maker Certificate (430A) or equivalent trade qualification. A minimum of 3–5 years of experience in a manufacturing or stamping environment is required, along with strong mechanical aptitude and blueprint reading skills.