Top 77 Tool & die Jobs in Kentucky

Tool & Die Technician
Troy Design Manufacturing Company —Shelbyville, KY
- $42.50 an hour
- 12 hour shift
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Relocation assistance
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Skilled Maintenance, Tool and Die Technician
Toyota —Georgetown, KY
- $41.33 - $47.95 an hour
- Overtime
- Military
- Mid-level
- Continuous improvement
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
Tool & Die Supervisor
Troy Design Manufacturing Company —Shelbyville, KY
- Overtime
- 5 years
- High school diploma or GED
- Supervising experience
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CNC Engineer
Foxconn Technology USA Corporation —Louisville, KY
- $65,000 - $90,000 a year
- No experience needed
- Associate's degree
- Entry level
- On-the-job training
- Opportunities for advancement
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Production Technician**
Troy Design Manufacturing Company —Shelbyville, KY
- $31.75 an hour
- 12 hour shift
- Mid-level
- Forklift
- High school diploma or GED
- Relocation assistance
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Die-shop Manager
AKFA Aluminium Solutions LLC —Bowling Green, KY
- $40,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- ERP systems
- English
- Relocation assistance
- Health insurance
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Tool and Die Technician
Metalsa —Elizabethtown, KY
- $41.61 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- 5 years
- Microsoft Office
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Extrusion Operator
Zotefoams —Walton, KY
- $18.90 an hour
- 12 hour shift
- Basic math
- High school diploma or GED
- Assembly
Tooling Supervisor
Metalsa —Elizabethtown, KY
- Full-time
- Engineering
- Mid-level
- Organizational skills
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Tool & Die Technician
Metalsa —Hopkinsville, KY
- $40.18 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Tooling Engineer
PASONA N A, INC. —Stanford, KY
- $70,000 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Continuous improvement
Industrial Maintenance CNC Repair Technician
WorkRocket —Henderson, KY
- Up to $66,500 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- In-person
- 1 year
- Store discount
- Paid holidays
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Die Setter
Magna International —Bowling Green, KY
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Entry level
- Profit sharing
- Health savings account
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Parts Crib Coordinator
K&K Technical —Georgetown, KY
- $35 - $40 an hour
- Extended hours
- Customer service
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
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Tool Room Maintenance Technician
Sargent & Greenleaf Inc —Nicholasville, KY
- Overtime
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
Millwright / Industrial Technician / Tool & Die - Machine Builder (BOS USA)
BOS Innovations —Lexington, KY
- Full-time
- Schematics
- Mid-level
- Travel
- Profit sharing
- Health insurance
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2nd Shift Tool & Die Maker - $32.50/hour + Shift Premium
Stanley Black & Decker —Shelbyville, KY
- $32.50 an hour
- Overtime
- English
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Wellness program
- Employee stock purchase plan
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Tool and Die Maker 1
Axillon Aerospace, Inc. —Erlanger, KY
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Analysis skills
- Hand tools
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Tool Design Engineer
Alutrim —Lebanon, KY
- Senior level
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Tool & Die Technician--3rd Shift
Gibbs Die Casting Corp —Henderson, KY
- Overtime
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Plumbing
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Tool & Die Technician

Troy Design Manufacturing Company -
Shelbyville, KY

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Job Details

Full-time
$42.50 an hour

Benefits

Relocation assistance

Qualifications

Shielded metal arc welding (SMAW)
Mechanical blueprint interpretation
Machine setup
Heat treating
Grinding machine operation
TIG welding
Restoration
Machining tool setup
High school diploma or GED
Mechanical drawings
Fabrication repair techniques
Gas metal arc welding
Manufacturing company experience
Polishing
Machine finishing

Full Job Description

Tool & Die Technician

Department: Maintenance / Tool Room

Reports To: Tool Room Supervisor or Maintenance Manager

Company: Troy Design and Manufacturing Co.

Position Summary

The Tool & Die Technician supports production by building, maintaining, and repairing precision tooling and stamping dies. This position combines two primary functions — Tool Making and Die Repair — to ensure that tooling and dies are capable of producing high-quality parts efficiently and reliably. Relocation assistance is available.

A. Tool Making Responsibilities

Fabricate new tools, jigs, fixtures, gauges, and replacement components using manual and CNC machining equipment.
Manufacture precision parts to blueprint or CAD specifications, maintaining close tolerances and surface finishes.
Set up and operate mills, lathes, surface grinders, EDM machines, and other precision shop equipment.
Inspect and verify dimensions and fit using micrometers, calipers, height gauges, and other precision instruments.
Work with engineering to design, modify, or improve tooling to support production and new product launches.
Maintain and organize raw material, tooling components, and shop supplies for efficient workflow.
Document all tooling builds and revisions, maintaining traceability and version control.

B. Die Repair Responsibilities

Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair stamping dies (progressive, transfer, and line) during production and scheduled maintenance.
Perform die teardown, cleaning, sharpening, and component replacement as needed.
Identify root causes of die-related quality or dimensional issues and implement effective corrective actions.
Conduct preventative maintenance and periodic die inspections per schedule to minimize unplanned downtime.
Adjust and align die components such as punches, die buttons, guide pins, strippers, and pressure systems to ensure proper operation.
Collaborate with production, quality, and engineering teams to optimize die performance and improve part quality.
Maintain accurate die maintenance and repair records.

C. General Responsibilities

Follow all safety and environmental procedures, maintaining a clean and organized work area.
Support continuous improvement initiatives related to tooling, quality, and process reliability.
Assist with training or mentoring of less experienced technicians as required.

Qualifications

Education & Experience
High school diploma or GED required.
Technical certificate or completion of Tool & Die apprenticeship preferred.
4 year minimum of experience in tool making, die repair, in a manufacturing environment.
Precision Machining preferred

Knowledge & Skills Required
Casting, injection molding and hand casting experience preferred
Welding, Surface Repair & Finishing. Use welding techniques as TIG (GTAW), Arc (SMAW), Mig/Mag (GMAW) laser(LBW) to repair, restore, or modify die surfaces by hand
Skilled in hand-molding, grinding, polishing, and finishing complex geometry areas with precision.
Strong understanding of stamping dies, die components, and tool steel properties.
Skilled in machining operations, heat treatment, and precision assembly.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, GD&T, and part drawings.
Experience with manual and CNC equipment operation and setup.
Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving ability.
Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality craftsmanship.
High Pressure Die Casting experience preferred

Physical Requirements

Frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting up to 50 lbs.
Fine motor skills for detailed assembly and precision machining.
Ability to work overtime or alternate shifts as required by production schedules.

Shift Flexibility Required:
Day, Afternoon, and Night Shifts - M-F, 8hrs
Weekend Shifts - Alternating Work Schedule; 12 hour shifts Fri-Sunday, and alternating Mondays.

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