TOOL REPAIR TECHNICIAN in Decorah, Iowa at Deco Products Company LLLP

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Deco Products Company LLLP
Decorah, Iowa, 52101, United States
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Job Description

Tool Room Repair Technician

Deco Products Company | 1st or 2nd Shift Available | Full-Time, Hourly

Shifts and Pay

  • 1st Shift: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM, Monday through Friday
  • 2nd Shift: 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM, Monday through Friday
  • Shift premium: $2.50 per hour for 2nd shift & $2000 Retention Bonus
  • Pay: To be determined based on experience

About the Position

Deco Products Company is seeking a Tool Room Repair Technician to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain metal tooling, including customer- and company-owned dies, molds, trim dies, and fixtures. This role keeps production tooling in optimal condition so we can deliver efficient, high-quality manufacturing operations.

Responsibilities

  • Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain dies, molds, trim dies, and fixtures used in production
  • Operate manual lathes, surface grinders, CNC machines, milling machines, welders, and other tool room equipment
  • Use micrometers, calipers, gauges, and tape measures to ensure precision
  • Perform preventative maintenance on tooling to reduce downtime and improve production efficiency
  • Perform minor welding and grinding to repair or modify tooling components
  • Troubleshoot and repair common die casting issues such as flash, broken ejector pins, stuck parts, and bent or broken pins
  • Read and work from blueprints, drawings, and specifications
  • Safely handle and transport heavy tools and dies using hoists, jib cranes, and other lifting devices
  • Document maintenance and repair activities per company procedures
  • Follow all safety policies, including proper use of PPE, and keep the work area clean and organized
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives to optimize tooling performance and extend tool life

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Comprehensive knowledge of tool and die equipment use, maintenance, and repair
  • Ability to operate manual and CNC machining and grinding equipment safely and effectively
  • Proficiency with precision measuring instruments
  • Strong knowledge of blueprint reading, geometric tolerances, and machining principles
  • Skill in welding, grinding, and fabrication techniques for tooling repair
  • Basic knowledge of die casting principles and troubleshooting
  • Working knowledge of geometry, trigonometry, and algebra for tooling applications
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with attention to detail
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team to meet production demands

Preferred

  • Education and experience as a Machinist, Tool and Die
  • Tool and Diemaker certification

Working Conditions

  • Majority of the shift spent in a temperature-controlled environment
  • Exposure to dust, noise, and machining fluids
  • Frequent standing, walking, bending, and stooping on a cement floor
  • Regularly lifting, pushing, and pulling up to 50 pounds
  • Occasional work in confined spaces or at elevated heights using ladders or platforms
Build Your Future at DECO

Whether you're looking to start a manufacturing career or bring your experience to a company with a long history of success, DECO offers the training, stability, and opportunities to help you grow.

Earn More. Grow More. Build Your Future at DECO. Apply Today!

1st Shift - 7AM to 3 PM
2nd Shift - 3 PM to 11 PM
40 Hour work week

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Job Location

Decorah, Iowa, 52101, United States

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