Tool & Die Maker

Tool & Die Maker – 3rd Shift

📍 Bowling Green, KY
💵 $27.00–$35.00/hour (Based on Experience)

Company: Worthington Steel
Shift: 3rd Shift (10:00 PM – 6:00 AM)
Industry: Steel Manufacturing, Tool & Die, CNC Machining

Overview

Worthington Steel is seeking a skilled Tool & Die Maker to join our Bowling Green, KY facility. This is an advanced-level role for an experienced machinist capable of building, repairing, and maintaining jigs, fixtures, and dies used in precision steel manufacturing.

The ideal candidate has a deep understanding of CNC machining, grinding, assembly, and die tryout, as well as the leadership skills to guide entry- and mid-level Tool & Die Makers. This position plays a key role in maintaining production efficiency, quality, and safety within our toolroom.

Key Responsibilities

• Build, repair, and maintain complex dies, jigs, and fixtures to engineering specifications.
• Read and interpret blueprints, GD&T, and assembly drawings to determine machining priorities.
• Set up and operate manual and CNC machine tools to machine parts to tight tolerances.
• Grind, fit, and assemble die components with precision.
• Perform tool tryouts and adjust components for proper clearances and function.
• Lead and train junior Tool & Die Makers, providing hands-on technical guidance.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Operations teams on design improvements.
• Participate in continuous improvement and 5S initiatives to enhance safety, throughput, and tool longevity.
• Follow all safety procedures including lockout/tagout, PPE, and confined space protocols.

Qualifications & Experience

• 5+ years of Tool & Die making or precision machining experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of CNC machining processes, grinding, and assembly.
• Ability to read micrometers, verniers, dial indicators, and other precision measuring instruments.
• Understanding of heat treatment, metallurgy, machining sequences, speeds, and feeds.
• Solid math and trigonometry skills.
• Effective communication, training, and leadership ability.
• Completion of machine shop or toolmaking training preferred.

Why Join Worthington Steel?

• Competitive pay based on experience ($27–$35/hr).
• Stable, long-standing steel manufacturing company.
• Opportunities for growth, training, and advancement.
• Collaborative environment focused on safety, quality, and innovation.