Tool & Die Technician
 QPS Employment Group | |
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 United States, Missouri, Kansas City | |
| 405 East 19th Avenue (Show on map) | |
 Jul 17, 2025 | |
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Position Title: Tool & Die Technician
Wage: $35.00/hour Shift: 1st Hours: 7:00am - 3:30pm, Overtime as Needed We are searching for Tool & Die Technicians for a 1st shift role located in North Kansas City, MO. This role will be a direct-hire opportunity. Required experience includes die changes, material changes, crane operations, program changes, die adjustments, record keeping and preventative maintenance procedures. When applying, please include resume. Tool & Die Technician Responsibilities: - Supervise and maintain operations of hoists and cranes to perform material movement - Enter program into machines as required from production control schedules - Confer with the Maintenance Manager and Production Supervisor to establish die change schedules and follows up to assure completion of those schedules - Maintain processes for die repairs - Ensures press parameters are within control limits - Make limited processing changes and record data - Collect or select samples for testing or for use models - Meet with department supervisors or other personnel to assess completeness, accuracy and conformance to standards and specifications - Support the implementation, achievement, and maintenance of the Quality and Environmental Policies and Procedures - Supervise welding, grinding, operate cranes, machining and fabrication - Supervise machining, finishing, assembly and tuning of dies - Perform die modifications for surface quality and accuracy - Adhere to ISO 14001 and IATF 16949 procedures and work instructions - Review and audit log book entries to communicate activities, issues and progress of die work Requirements for Tool & Die Technician: - High School Diploma or equivalent - At least three years of practical knowledge in die maintenance / mechanical repairs - At least one year of experience in a tool room environment - At least one year of experience in machining and welding - Previous supervisory experience a plus - Lock Out / Tag Out (LOTO) experience - Crane Safety Certified Training - Prior experience in the steel, aluminum or automotive industry is a plus - Able to pass certification of power industrial equipment (hilo, manlift, crane) - Proficient in Microsoft office (Word, Excel, Outlook) - Strong technical capacity to perform required repairs / maintenance while following safety protocol - Troubleshooting and analytical skills - Experience building and/or maintaining high volume casting (or stamping) dies, welding ability and machining - Experience in industrial maintenance and/or military experience - Some electrical and mechanical knowledge - Demonstrated success in troubleshooting and problem-solving - Ability to read blueprints and technical documentation kansascityrecruiters@qpsemployment.com IND060 QPS Employment Group is a full-service staffing firm comprised of dedicated and passionate people with over 50 offices throughout the United States. We place great people with great companies in industrial, skilled trades, administrative, manufacturing, general labor and professional employment. Hiring immediately! Why Work with QPS? - Access to sought-after positions with leading employers - Dedicated placement specialists who will guide you through every step of the job search process | |