Fixture, Gauge, and Die Maker

Craft the tools that power production

Imagine a production line waiting on a custom form tool you just ground to spec. You study the print, check every dimension with micrometers and calipers, and deliver a flawless tool that keeps the line humming. That blend of problem‑solving and hands‑on precision is exactly what this role offers—building and repairing jigs, fixtures, dies, cutting tools, machine tools, and gauges. In a dynamic job‑shop setting, you may shift between toolmaking and production machining based on demand.

Core responsibilities

• Create or modify tooling directly from part drawings; verify all critical dimensions.
• Set up and operate toolroom machines and lathes to produce form tools, taps, drills, and holders; complete required grinding.
• Sharpen and condition tools; ensure toolholders are service‑ready before returning them to drawers or shelves.
• Maintain toolroom control: check tooling in/out and repair or request replacements for parts, tooling, and hardware to sustain stock.
• Prepare setup kits for any machine to streamline changeovers.
• Adjust machine components to control speeds, pressures, temperatures, amounts, dimensions, and flow of materials.

Qualifications and strengths

• Preferred: heading experience in the fastener industry.
• Knowledge of IATF 16949 practices.
• Effective communicator—phone, written, email, and in‑person—with the ability to stay calm in stressful situations.
• Plan and organize work to completion; shift quickly between tasks while minimizing errors or omissions.
• Strong deductive reasoning—apply general rules to solve specific technical issues.
• Ability to adjust machine settings as needed and perform basic maintenance on heading equipment.
• Blueprint literacy and proficiency with calipers and micrometers.
• Adherence to OSHA and company safety requirements.

Work setting

Collaborative, toolroom‑centric role based entirely onsite at one location.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) which is required in designated areas.
• Ability to continuously stand and move through 8–10-hour shifts.
• 100% onsite. One work location.

Note

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) of this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an at will relationship.