Toolmaker

Tool & Die Maker – Manufacturing

Location: Trenton, NJ

Schedule:

2nd Shift – Mon–Fri | 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM

3rd Shift – Sun–Thurs | 10:00 PM – 6:00 AM

Pay Rate: $34.25/hour

DIRECT HIRE!

Build your career in a role where precision, craftsmanship, and technical expertise drive high-performance manufacturing.

PrideNow, the light industrial staffing division of Pride Global, is hiring on behalf of a leading manufacturing company. We are seeking an experienced Tool & Die Maker to support complex tooling, stamping operations, and precision machining. This role is critical in maintaining production efficiency through expert fabrication, repair, and maintenance of dies and tooling systems.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Set up and operate manual and CNC machine tools (lathes, mills, grinders) to fabricate precision parts
• Build, repair, and maintain dies, jigs, fixtures, and tooling components
• Work with progressive dies, stamping tools, die plates, and die sets
• Inspect finished parts using precision measuring instruments (micrometers, calipers, dial indicators)
• Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, and engineering specifications
• Perform die cutting, forming, fitting, grinding, and polishing operations
• Assemble tooling components including guide pins, bushings, retainers, and gas springs
• Troubleshoot and repair tooling issues to minimize production downtime
• Conduct test runs and make adjustments to ensure tooling meets specifications
• Select appropriate metals and materials based on application requirements
• Maintain tooling performance through preventative maintenance and adjustments
• Document work, communicate issues, and support continuous improvement initiatives
• Train and support apprentices as needed
• Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean working environment

What We’re Looking For:

• Journeyman Tool & Die Maker certification or 10+ years of hands-on experience
• Strong experience with stamping, progressive dies, and tooling systems
• Expertise in manual machining and fabrication of tooling components
• Experience with lathes, milling machines, and surface grinders
• Strong understanding of die sets, shoes, guide pins, bushings, and related components
• Ability to read blueprints and understand tolerances and dimensions
• Experience with precision measurement tools and inspection techniques
• Strong troubleshooting and mechanical problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Experience with CMMS or maintenance systems (preferred)
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Physical & Work Environment:

• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and handle heavy tooling components
• Frequent standing, bending, and working with machinery
• Exposure to manufacturing environment, noise, and moving equipment
• Ability to work assigned shift schedules, including nights

Why Join Us:

• Direct hire opportunity with long-term stability
• Competitive hourly pay with consistent schedule
• Work in a high-precision manufacturing environment
• Opportunity to work on complex tooling and advanced machining processes
• Strong team environment with growth potential

Benefits Information:

Pride Global offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance, and hospital indemnity), 401(k) retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto and home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

Applicant Privacy Disclosure

We collect personal information from applicants during the recruiting, pre-offer, and offer process.

During the recruiting, pre-offer process and offer process, we may collect the following categories of personal information:

• Identifiers, such as name, address, and email address.
• Professional and Employment-Related Information, such as resume, work history, education, and qualifications.
• Information Voluntarily Provided by You in connection with the recruiting and pre-offer process.
• Sensitive Personal Information, where legally permitted and necessary, such as Social Security number and date of birth.

Personal information is collected and used for the following business purposes: evaluating qualifications and eligibility for employment; communication regarding the recruitment and application process; verifying eligibility for employment; and complying with applicable legal, regulatory, and contractual obligations.

Personal information is collected and used only as necessary, and we are committed to data minimization, privacy, and providing equal employment opportunities. We are an international organization, and personal information may be accessed or processed by authorized personnel or service providers located outside the United States, subject to appropriate safeguards. We restrict use and access to personal information to authorized personnel and service providers with confidentiality and data security obligations. We maintain administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure.

For information about our privacy practices, please review our Privacy Policy.

If you do not consent to the collection of such personal information, please advise us immediately in writing.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Pride Global is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Fair Chance Employment

Pride Global is a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances.

Accommodations

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.