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Are you a master craftsman with precision in your hands and innovation in your mind? Eberhard, a global leader in engineered security access solutions, is seeking a skilled Tool and Die Maker to join our manufacturing team. This is a critical role where your expertise in fabricating, maintaining, and troubleshooting complex tooling directly impacts our production quality and efficiency. If you excel at interpreting blueprints, performing intricate machining, and take pride in building the tools that build excellence, we invite you to apply and grow with a company built on a legacy of engineered excellence.
Company Overview
Eberhard is a globally recognized division of The Eastern Company (Nasdaq: EML), with a proud industrial legacy dating back to 1859. We are dedicated to being the First Choice for secure access solutions worldwide. Our culture is driven by our CARE values: Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. We operate strategic facilities across the USA, Mexico, China, and Taiwan, fostering an inclusive, supportive, and growth-focused environment that makes us an employer of choice for talented professionals like you.
Key Responsibilities
As a Tool and Die Maker at Eberhard, you will be entrusted with the creation and care of the precision tooling that drives our manufacturing. Your core duties will include:
- Assembling, disassembling, troubleshooting, and performing complex repairs on production tooling and dies.
- Machining raw materials into finished dies and fixtures using various tool room equipment with a high degree of accuracy.
- Performing preventive maintenance on dies to maximize production readiness and minimize downtime.
- Reading and interpreting detailed blueprints, sketches, and specifications to plan machining sequences and operations.
- Measuring, marking, and scribing metal stock, and verifying all dimensions, alignments, and clearances.
- Maintaining accurate logs and records of all die maintenance and repair activities.
- Participating in tool design, prototype production, and providing recommendations for continuous improvement.
- Adhering to all ISO requirements and safety protocols.
Qualifications
We are looking for a qualified professional with a strong foundational skill set and a problem-solving mindset. The requirements include:
- A high school diploma or GED is required.
- Proven ability to operate all standard Tool Room equipment (mills, lathes, grinders, EDM, etc.).
- Expertise in reading and understanding complex blueprints and geometric tolerancing (GD&T).
- Knowledge of heat-treating procedures for tool steels.
- Ability to create basic detail prints of die sections and work on multiple projects simultaneously.
- Strong mathematical skills for performing computations involving fractions, percentages, and ratios.
- Excellent problem-solving abilities and a meticulous attention to detail.
- A Journeyman’s card or equivalent apprenticeship is a strong plus.
- Computer skills, crane, and forklift experience are advantageous.
Benefits and Perks
As a valued member of the Eberhard team, you will be part of a stable, global company that invests in its employees. We offer:
- A competitive hourly rate of $15.00.
- The opportunity to work with advanced tooling and manufacturing technology.
- A supportive, values-driven work environment built on Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development within a global organization.
- The pride of contributing to a company with a long-standing legacy of industrial leadership and quality.
How to Apply
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If you are a dedicated Tool and Die Maker with the skills and drive to excel in a high-precision manufacturing environment, we encourage you to apply.
Eberhard Manufacturing Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, or protected veteran status.
To apply for the Tool and Die Maker position, please submit your resume and application through our official careers portal. We look forward to reviewing your qualifications and potentially welcoming you to our team of engineering experts.
