Tool and die makers jobs in Canada

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Counted Nov 1, 2026

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Open jobs: 57
Employers: 39

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Average starting payCAD / hour: $31.21Across 24 listings

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Hybrid: 0%0 listings
On-site: 100%57 listings

Employers hiring include Magna International (6), Martinrea International (4), O-I (4).

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Tool and Die Maker
Simpson Strong-Tie
Pitt Meadows, BC
- Full-time
Simpson Strong-Tie is a leader in engineered structural connectors, software, and solutions for the building industry. We maintain a reputation as a trusted manufacturer, partner, and…
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Tool & Die Maker (New Die Builds)
MTD Metro Tool & Die Ltd
Mississauga, ON
- Full-time
We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Tool & Die Maker for NEW DIE BUILDS to build, modify, maintain, try-out and repair precision dies, tooling, and fixtures used in a manufacturing…
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Tool and Die Maker/Machinist
Orlick Industries
Hamilton, ON · Stoney Creek, Ontario
- Full-time
The Die Service & Repair individual is responsible for the manufacturing & repair of Die Cast & Trim tooling, machine components, jigs, and fixtures.
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Tool and Die Maker
PeopleConnect Inc
Mount Forest, ON · Mt Forest, ON
- $42 to $44 CAD / hour
- Full-time
We are seeking a skilled Tool & Die Maker to join our manufacturing team. The successful candidate will be responsible for building, maintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting tooling,…
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Tool and Die Maker (Certified)
Magna International
Bradford West Gwillimbury, ON
- Full-time
At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the…
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Tool & Die Maker (Certified)
Magna International
Bradford West Gwillimbury, Ontario
- Full-time
At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the…
Added 6 months ago
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Tool & Die Maker (Certified)
Magna International
Penetanguishene, Ontario
- Full-time
At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the…

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Simpson Strong-Tie

Tool and Die Maker

Pitt Meadows, BC, Canada

$35 - $50 / hour · Full-time

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Pay: $35 - $50 / hour
Job type: Full-time
Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience maintaining and repairing progressive dies in a manufacturing environment.
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 14, 2026

Original job description

Simpson Strong-Tie is a leader in engineered structural connectors, software, and solutions for the building industry. We maintain a reputation as a trusted manufacturer, partner, and corporate citizen committed to our customers and employees.

Our founder, Barc Simpson established 9 Principles of Business we live out as company values and have made Simpson Strong-Tie an inspiring place to work since 1956. Our team of talented people are dedicated to our shared mission: to provide solutions that help people design and build safer, stronger structures.

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Learn about our company culture directly from our team.

YOU

As a Tool & Die Maker, you will play a key role in maintaining, repairing, improving, and troubleshooting progressive dies that support production across the plant. You will help improve tooling reliability, reduce downtime, and increase Manufacturing capacity by working closely with Production and Maintenance teams. Beyond maintaining tooling, you will help develop tool room capability by sharing knowledge, supporting apprentices, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen our Operations for the future.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING (% of Time)

Maintain, troubleshoot, repair and improve progressive dies to support safe, reliable production and high Quality output. (20%)

Perform preventive maintenance, inspection, sharpening, rebuilding and restoration of production tooling. (20%)

Manufacture and modify die components using mills, lathes, grinders, drill presses and other tool room equipment. (20%)

Support die try outs and troubleshoot tooling issues on the production floor. Work closely with Production, Setup and Maintenance teams to minimize downtime and improve performance. (15%)

Verify dimensions, clearances and alignment using precision measuring equipment. Ensure finished products meet quality requirements and specifications. (10%)

Support the development of apprentices, and other team members by sharing knowledge and promoting strong tool room practices. (5%)

Maintain a clean, organized and Safe tool room environment and support continuous improvement initiatives. (5%)

Other duties as assigned (5%)

Desired Skills And Experience

If you can do everything listed above, you’ve got what it takes. Perhaps some of the following would be helpful too:

Tool & Die Maker certification or equivalent experience.
Minimum 5 years of experience maintaining and repairing progressive dies in a manufacturing environment.
Strong knowledge of tool room equipment including mills, lathes, grinders and drill presses.
Ability to read blueprints, tooling drawings and work instructions.
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Experience using precision measuring instruments.
Ability to work independently and prioritize work in a fast-paced environment.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Experience mentoring apprentices or less experienced team members is an asset.
CAD/CAM and welding experience are assets.

Physical Requirements And Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, see, talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit. This role operates large equipment while standing for approximately 8 hours, regularly twisting and bending in a repetitive motion. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may frequently lift, carry, push and pull materials and objects weighing up to 50 pounds, and heavier weights with proper equipment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The job may risk exposure to heat and/or cold, loud noise levels, vibration, and moving mechanical parts.

Travel Required

No travel required for this role.

WORK STATUS & LOCATION

This is a full-time position located in Pitt Meadows, BC.

RELOCATION

Relocation may be considered for this position

PAY

$35 - $50 / hour

In keeping with the Company’s commitment to the communities in which it does business, we are an equal opportunity employer. This means that to the fullest extent required by local law, employment decisions are based on merit and business needs and not on race, colour, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender (which provincial law may define to include gender identity/expression, transgender identity, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, and gender stereotyping), sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, genetic information, medical condition, covered marital status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

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Company: Simpson Strong-Tie Canada, Limited

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Responsibilities

Maintain, repair, and troubleshoot progressive dies to ensure safe and reliable production output. Manufacture and modify die components using various tool room equipment while supporting apprentices and continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

Requires a minimum of 5 years of experience maintaining progressive dies in a manufacturing environment and proficiency with tool room machinery. Candidates should be able to read blueprints and use precision measuring instruments.

Skills

Progressive Die Maintenance
Troubleshooting
Mill Operation
Lathe Operation
Grinder Operation
Drill Press Operation
Blueprint Reading
Precision Measuring
Tooling Design
Preventive Maintenance
Mentoring
CAD/CAM
Welding

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Keywords

Tool and Die Maker
Progressive Dies
Manufacturing
Tool Room
Mills
Lathes
Grinders
Drill Presses
Blueprints
Precision Measuring Equipment
CAD/CAM
Welding
Preventive Maintenance
Tooling Reliability
Structural Connectors
Continuous Improvement

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