TOOL & DIE MAKER

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Job Title: TOOL & DIE MAKER

Posting Start Date: 5/18/26

At TE, you will unleash your potential working with people from diverse backgrounds and industries to create a safer, sustainable and more connected world.

Job Description:

Job Overview

We are seeking a Tool & Die Maker to support manufacturing operations by providing tooling and fixtures for production and new product introduction (NPI).

This role is open to candidates with limited direct Tool & Die experience who demonstrate strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn-we will train the right individual.

The ideal candidate will bring some experience working with tight tolerances, high-precision components, or machining in a quality-driven or regulated environment, along with a desire to grow technical skills in tool making and manufacturing support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build, repair, and maintain high-precision tools, dies, molds, fixtures, and gauges used in production and NPI.
• Coordinate with manager to ensure high quality product and maximum efficiency.
• Maintains tooling and fixtures to ensure proper operation.
• Interpret complex engineering drawings, specifications, and GD&T to ensure tooling meets exact requirements (training provided as needed).
• Safely perform precision machining operations including milling, grinding, turning, EDM, and CNC.
• Troubleshoot tooling issues and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime and maintain product quality.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to improve tool performance and manufacturability.
• Support root cause investigations, CAPA activities, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist with design work as needed; CAD experience is preferred but not required.
• Runs production jobs on occasion, as needed.
• Understand and follow the safe operations of lathes, milling, grinding, turning, EDM, and CNC.
• Read, understand, and follow technical documentation, procedures, and work instructions in English to ensure compliance and quality standards.

What your background should look like

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Technical certification, apprenticeship, or journeyman training preferred but not required.

• 2+ years of experience in medical manufacturing, machining, or a related precision manufacturing environment required.

• Direct Tool & Die experience is preferred but not required.

• A combination of education, hands-on experience, and demonstrated mechanical aptitude will be considered.

• Working knowledge of tool steels, heat treatment, surface finishes, and precision machining techniques preferred; advanced skills can be developed through training

• Experience with tight tolerance machining preferred

• Proficiency with precision measurement tools (micrometers, calipers, indicators, optical comparators, etc.)

• Basic computer skills required and Esprit CAM software experience preferred

• Familiarity with CNC and/or EDM machining and/or programming is a plus

• Ability to read, write, and comprehend English, including the ability to understand technical documentation, procedures, and work instructions

Key Competencies:

• Exceptional attention to detail and precision.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Effective communication and collaboration across cross-functional teams.
• Continuous improvement mindset.

Working Conditions:

• Clean, controlled manufacturing environment.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 30 lbs as needed.
• Use of PPE as required (safety glasses, gloves, etc.).

Competencies

Values: Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion, Innovation, Teamwork

ABOUT TE CONNECTIVITY

TE Connectivity plc (NYSE: TEL) is a global industrial technology leader creating a safer, sustainable, productive, and connected future. As a trusted innovation partner, our broad range of connectivity and sensor solutions enable the distribution of power, signal and data to advance next-generation transportation, energy networks, automated factories, data centers enabling artificial intelligence, and more.

Our more than 90,000 employees, including 10,000 engineers, work alongside customers in approximately 130 countries. In a world that is racing ahead, TE ensures that EVERY CONNECTION COUNTS. Learn more at www.te.com and on LinkedIn, Facebook, WeChat, Instagram and X (formerly Twitter).

COMPENSATION

• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience: $60,700 - 91,000 (subject to change dependent on physical location)
• Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. TE Connectivity reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the experience/qualification of the selected candidate as well as internal and external equity.
• Total Compensation = Base Salary + Incentive(s) + Benefits

BENEFITS

• A comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401(k), disability, life insurance, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off and voluntary benefits.

EOE, Including Disability/Vets

IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING RECRUITMENT FRAUD

TE Connectivity has become aware of fraudulent recruitment activities being conducted by individuals or organizations falsely claiming to represent TE Connectivity. Please be advised that TE Connectivity never requests payment or fees from job applicants at any stage of the recruitment process. All legitimate job openings are posted exclusively on our official careers website at te.com/careers, and all email communications from our recruitment team will come only from actual email addresses ending in @te.com. If you receive any suspicious communications, we strongly advise you not to engage or provide any personal information, and to report the incident to your local authorities.

Job Locations:

7 INDUSTRIAL PARK ROAD

MEDWAY, Massachusetts 02053

United States

Posting City: MEDWAY

Job Country: United States

Travel Required: None

Requisition ID: 150545

Workplace Type: Onsite

External Careers Page: Manufacturing

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