Tool Die Maker
- Brampton, ON, Canada
The hourly rate starts at $25/hr with increases depending on experience and qualifications. · Full-time
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Job details
- Pay
- The hourly rate starts at $25/hr with increases depending on experience and qualifications.
- Job type
- Full-time
- Apply by
- Experience
- Prefer 2 to 4 years of experience in tool repair and die making.
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Quanex is looking for a Tool and Die Maker to join our team located in Brampton, ON.
This position is responsible for the maintenance, repair, and fabrication of tools, dies, fixtures, and related equipment used in production. The Tool and Die Maker independently interprets technical drawings, operates precision machining equipment, and ensures tooling meets exact specifications. The role involves preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and building new tooling to support efficient production processes, while consistently adhering to quality, safety, and organizational standards.
Rotating Schedule
About Quanex, A Part Of Something Bigger
Quanex (NYSE: NX) is a global, publicly traded manufacturing company primarily serving OEMs in the fenestration, cabinetry, solar, refrigeration and outdoor products markets. We are A Part of Something Bigger by improving the performance and aesthetics of end products through continuous innovation, helping customers achieve greater production efficiencies, dedication to giving back to communities where we operate, producing shareholder value and helping our employees learn, grow, and thrive. Learn more at Quanex.com.
This position is responsible for the maintenance, repair, and fabrication of tools, dies, fixtures, and related equipment used in production. The Tool and Die Maker independently interprets technical drawings, operates precision machining equipment, and ensures tooling meets exact specifications. The role involves preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and building new tooling to support efficient production processes, while consistently adhering to quality, safety, and organizational standards.
Rotating Schedule
- Week 1: Monday-Thursday 7:00am-4:30pm; Friday 7:00am-3:30pm
- Week 2: Monday-Thursday 7:00pm-3:30am
- PTO, paid holidays & paid training - starts right away
- RRSP with company match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Life insurance provided
- Tuition assistance
- Safety-toe shoes at no cost
- Referral bonuses
- Supportive, people-first culture
- Collaborative and Team-Oriented environment
- Growth opportunity
- Community engagement
- Safety First Culture
- Builds, repair, and maintain dies, fixtures, and tooling used in production.
- Operate machine tools such as cnc’s, mills, lathes, surface grinders, welder, and drill presses.
- Interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and specifications to fabricate and assemble parts.
- Perform routine inspections of tools and dies, identifying wear or damage, and assisting with adjustments or repairs.
- Help disassemble, clean, and reassemble dies and tooling for preventive maintenance.
- Maintain accurate records of work performed and materials used.
- Assist with organizing and maintaining the tool room and workstations.
- Verify dimensions of machine parts.
- Assist in the construction and rebuilding of machines used in production.
- Compute dimensions and tolerances and set up machine tools
- Participate in technical training and educational requirements related to the apprenticeship program.
- Follow all safety procedures, rules and guidelines; and notify supervisor/team lead of any existing or potential safety issues.
- Responsible for attending work on time and for scheduled hours each day.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Completion of 4yr. Ontario Apprenticeship License program.
- Prefer 2 to 4 years of experience in tool repair and die making.
About Quanex, A Part Of Something Bigger
Quanex (NYSE: NX) is a global, publicly traded manufacturing company primarily serving OEMs in the fenestration, cabinetry, solar, refrigeration and outdoor products markets. We are A Part of Something Bigger by improving the performance and aesthetics of end products through continuous innovation, helping customers achieve greater production efficiencies, dedication to giving back to communities where we operate, producing shareholder value and helping our employees learn, grow, and thrive. Learn more at Quanex.com.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Build, repair, and maintain production dies, fixtures, tools, and related equipment, using precision machining processes and technical drawings to meet specifications. Perform inspections, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, dimensional verification, and accurate work documentation while following safety and quality standards.
Requirements
Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and completion of a four-year Ontario apprenticeship program. The posting prefers two to four years of tool repair and die-making experience.
Skills
- Tool And Die Making
- Tooling Maintenance And Repair
- Tool Fabrication
- CNC Machining
- Milling
- Lathe Operation
- Surface Grinding
- Welding
- Drill Press Operation
- Blueprint Interpretation
- Precision Measurement
- Preventive Maintenance
- Troubleshooting
- Machine Setup
- Dimensional And Tolerance Calculation
- Safety Compliance
Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Training
- RRSP With Company Match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Life Insurance
- Tuition Assistance
- Safety-Toe Shoes
- Referral Bonuses
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Trades
- Manufacturing
- Engineering
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- Tool And Die Maker
- Tool Repair
- Die Making
- Tooling
- Fixtures
- Production Equipment
- CNC Machines
- Mills
- Lathes
- Surface Grinders
- Welder
- Drill Presses
- Technical Drawings
- Blueprints
- Specifications
- Preventive Maintenance
- Troubleshooting
- Tool Room
- Dimensional Verification
- Tolerances
- Machine Setup
- Apprenticeship
- Manufacturing
- Production
- Safety Procedures
- Quality Standards