Journeyman Tool and Die Maker

    Highlights

    The strongest fits are individuals who have hands-on experience building complete production dies , not just supporting a tooling department. We’re targeting candidates with 5–15 years of experience in the Tool & Die trade , ideally including 5+ years working at a Journeyman level .

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    LocationDubuque, IA

    Description

    We’re targeting candidates with 5–15 years of experience in the Tool & Die trade, ideally including 5+ years working at a Journeyman level. The strongest fits are individuals who have hands-on experience building complete production dies, not just supporting a tooling department. .

    Core Experience We Look For

    • Progressive dies

    • Transfer dies

    • Deep‑draw dies

    • Full new die builds

    • Die repair and modification

    • Tool assembly and die fitting

    • Tryout and debugging

    • Press troubleshooting

    • Trim‑edge development

    • Form development

    • Ability to work from part and detail prints

    Technical Skills & Capabilities

    • Blueprint reading and GD&T

    • Manual toolroom equipment

    • Machining blocks and details

    • Grinding and precision measurement

    • Production support and preventive tooling maintenance

    You should be proficient in:

    • Troubleshooting Skills
    • Metal Stamping & Forming (Progressive Die)
    • Tool/Die/Mold Repair Skills
    • Tool/Die/Mold Setup Experience
    • Blueprint Reading

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