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Tool & Die Maker - 1st Shift

Award Staffing
Minneapolis, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 7/16/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/16/2026

About the Opportunity:
• Job Title: Tool & Die Maker
• Pay Rate: $85,000.00/salary
• Location: Minneapolis, MN
• Schedule: 1st Shift, Monday-Friday 7AM-3:30PM with required O/T on some weekends
• Position Type: Direct Hire

Requirements and Qualifications:
• 4 years experience as a toolmaker preferred.
• This position requires experience as a die toolmaker forming dies; semi-permanent dies; and completing layout work.
• This position must be familiar with short run stamping tooling through progressive dies.
• Ability to lift 50lbs.
• Standing for long durations of time.
• Use hands and fingers to operate hand tools.

Duties and Responsibilities:
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand, talk, and listen. The employee must be able to use a computer, phone, and standard office equipment daily.
• Plans, designs, constructs, or repairs a wide variety of intricate and complicated tools, dies, jigs, gauges, fixtures, to close tolerances.
• Performs some difficult development work. Constructs complex units where design is available.
• Selects allowances and devises mechanism detail. Does skilled fitting, timing, and adjusting.
• Performs difficult tool room machine operations. This includes CAD/KEY, CNC lathe and other technologies (as these technologies exist or arise) required to perform tool room operations.
• Works from complicated drawings and sketches. Uses advanced shop mathematics and all types of precision measuring instruments. Requires high degree of experience and trade skill and thorough knowledge of machine shop practice.

Discover Award Staffing:
At Award Staffing, we believe that work should be more than just a paycheck—it should inspire, empower, and create a sense of purpose. We’re passionate about connecting people through meaningful work that truly fits their skills and aspirations. Voted Minnesota's Top Staffing Agency to work for by the Star Tribune, we partner with companies of all sizes to help you find a role where you can thrive. Our team is here to support you every step of the way. Let’s find the job that’s right for you.

Why Award Staffing:
• Values Matching: We don’t just help you find a job; we connect you with a company that aligns with your values, ensuring it’s the right fit for who you are.
• Professional & Personal Growth: Your growth matters to us. We focus on finding positions that offer opportunities for skill development and personal fulfillment, so you can thrive in every aspect of your life.
• Impact: The work you do should make a difference. We're committed to placing you in roles where you can have a meaningful impact on your life and the community around you.

Benefits:
*Medical
*Dental
*Vision
*Short Term Disability
*Long Term Disability

AAP/EEO Statement:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Award Staffing Inc. is a Drug-Free Workplace/EEO Employer.

Location/Region: Minneapolis, MN

Salary : $85,000

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