Tool and Die Technician

HiFyve is hiring a Tool & Die Technician in the Automotive Manufacturing industry in Mexico, MO!

Salary: $30-$37/hr

Shift: 2nd Shift and 3rd Shift Available

Location: Mexico, MO

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform die repair, die maintenance, die refurbishment, and preventive maintenance activities in the tool room and at die cast machines.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, specifications, plumbing diagrams, and part drawings to fabricate and repair tooling components.
• Operate manual and CNC machining equipment, including lathes, mills, grinders, saws, drills, and other tool room machinery.
• Fabricate, repair, and refurbish precision fixtures, gages, dies, molds, core pins, shop aids, and replacement parts.
• Perform TIG welding repairs and complete machining or finishing processes to restore tooling to production specifications.
• Use precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, and gauges to verify dimensions and tolerances.
• Troubleshoot tooling and repair issues, identify root causes, implement corrective actions, and verify repair effectiveness.
• Safely operate overhead cranes to move dies, molds, tooling, and related components.
• Complete work orders, inspection documentation, check sheets, and ERP system entries accurately while supporting production operations.

Education Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Degree and/or Certificate in Machine Shop Technology or a related field preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Minimum of 3 years of tool room, tool and die, or related machining experience.
• Strong experience operating manual and CNC machinery to produce precision parts to exact specifications.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and schematics.
• Experience with die casting dies, molds, tooling repair, and refurbishment preferred.
• Proficiency with precision measuring tools and inspection equipment.
• TIG welding experience and ability to perform tooling repairs preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and root cause analysis skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented manufacturing environment.
• Commitment to workplace safety, quality standards, and continuous improvement.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance
• Quarterly incentive program with earning potential up to $525 per quarter
• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Growth and development opportunities
• Bonus opportunities

If you are interested, please apply.