Toolmaker at Matcor Automotive Michigan Inc

Job Description Job Description Position Summary

The Tool & Die Maker is responsible for building, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing tooling used in a Tier 1 automotive stamping and assembly environment. This role supports high-volume production through hands-on work with progressive, blank, and transfer dies, ensuring tooling reliability, product quality, and production uptime.

Die Maintenance, Repair & Troubleshooting

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain progressive, blank, and transfer dies
• Disassemble dies, inspect components, weld, repair, grind, and fit details
• Diagnose tooling-related quality, scrap, and downtime issues
• Perform in-press troubleshooting including alignment, timing, and sharpening

Machining & Tooling Work

• Machine, grind, and fit punches and die details
• Apply knowledge of tooling, machining, and die functions
• Work with various tool steels, coatings, and materials

Pressroom Support

• Support die setup, pilot releases, timing, and feed adjustments
• Work directly in the pressroom to minimize downtime
• Collaborate with Production, Quality, and Maintenance teams

Safety, Quality & Housekeeping

• Comply with company policies and OSHA requirements
• Follow lockout/tagout and die handling procedures
• Maintain clean and organized work areas
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret complex blueprints and diagrams
• Experience with complex progressive and transfer dies
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills

Education & Experience

Completion of a technical school program or four-year Tool & Die apprenticeship preferred.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

Frequent standing, bending, and use of hands. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Exposure to noise, oil, compounds, and moving mechanical parts.