Tool & Die Technician
Company: TriMas Packaging LLC
Primary Location: 500 W 7th Street, Auburn, IN 46706 USA
Workplace Type: On-site
Employment Type: Salaried | Full-Time
Function: Manufacturing Production / Distribution
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled
Main Duties & Responsibilities
Position
Summary:
The Customer Tool & Die (CT&D) position is
responsible for building, inventory, maintaining, repairing, and
troubleshooting of crimping tools, dies, gauges, wrenches, and other
specialized tooling used in manufacturing. This position works closely with customers, engineering, production,
quality, and the tool room to ensure tooling meets customer specifications,
production requirements, and quality standards.
Primary
Duties and Responsibilities:
Build, assemble, modify, maintain, and repair dies, crimping tools, wrenches, and other tooling.
Interpret and work from engineering drawings, blueprints, CAD models, and specifications.
Troubleshoot tooling issues and identify root causes of dimensional, quality, or production issues.
Inspect tooling and components using measuring equipment such as micrometers, calipers, gauges, indicators, and other inspection tools.
Maintain accurate records of tooling repairs, modifications, maintenance, and improvements.
Communicate tooling status, issues, and recommended solutions internally and to customers.
Travel to customer facilities to diagnose quality issues, perform die inventory, troubleshoot equipment issues, and repair dies/tooling.
Follow established safety procedures, quality standards, work instructions, and company policies.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Key
Working Relationships:
Customers – must be able to clearly communicate regarding our crimping tools, stamping dies,
and wrenches while
supporting their technical needs.
Engineering/Tool Room – collaborate on tooling design, development, revisions, problem solving, and manufacturability.
Quality – partner on dimensional requirements, inspection results, corrective actions and quality.
Purchasing – assist with sourcing tooling components and materials when necessary.
Production – support tooling setup, troubleshooting and repairs as required.
Physical
Demands/Work Environment:
Able to use hand tools, power tools, precision measuring equipment, and machining equipment.
Must be able to lift 75+ lbs.
Able to safely follow all applicable safety procedures and equipment requirements; both internally and onsite at customers.
Wear appropriate PPE (safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, protective footwear).
This role is required to be on-site 5 days at the Auburn, IN location.
About Us
TriMas Packaging is a global provider of dispensing, closure, flexible packaging and custom solutions serving the beauty and personal care, food and beverage, home care, pharmaceutical and nutraceutical, and industrial and agricultural markets. With 22 locations worldwide and a strong culture built on safety, innovation and sustainability, we design and manufacture high-quality packaging solutions that meet the standards our customers expect.
Through ongoing innovation and close collaboration with our customers, we continuously enhance our expertise, expand our customer reach and broaden our product portfolio. Together, our people, products and shared commitment to excellence drive us to shape the future of packaging.
Why Join TriMas Packaging?
At TriMas Packaging, we care beyond packaging. Our success starts with our people, and we are committed to creating an environment where every employee feels valued, supported and empowered to make a meaningful impact.
When you join our team, you become part of a global, collaborative and purpose-driven organization committed to:
Creating Value – We deliver innovative, high-quality packaging solutions by leveraging advanced technologies, state-of-the-art facilities and a global network built on trust.
Supporting Our People – Our employees are the foundation of our success. We embrace diversity, encourage collaboration and foster an inclusive workplace focused on safety, respect and continuous learning.
Driving Innovation – We invest in continuous improvement and operational excellence, empowering our teams to develop new ideas and deliver exceptional results for our customers.
Building a Sustainable Future – We are committed to reducing our environmental impact and developing sustainable packaging solutions that benefit our customers, our communities and our planet.
We offer competitive benefits, a supportive culture and the opportunity to work with international teams around the globe.
If you’re looking for a place where you can build your career, be challenged and make a difference, TriMas Packaging is the place for you.
Qualifications
Qualifications and Skills:
Previous experience in tool and die, precision machining, or similar manufacturing field where
troubleshooting tooling and production processes was required.
Able to read engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications.
Working knowledge of machining, tooling, and metalworking processes.
Able to use precision measuring instruments and inspection equipment.
Able to multi-task multiple projects to minimize customer downtime.
Benefits
Benefit offerings include Medical Insurance and Prescription Drugs, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability Insurance (for eligible employees), Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Paid Time Off (may include vacation and sick time), Retirement Program, and Other Voluntary Benefits.

TriMas designs, manufactures and supplies a broad range of innovative and high‑quality products for the consumer packaging and industrial markets through its TriMas Packaging and Specialty Products groups. With approximately 2,500 employees in 12 countries, TriMas is committed to empowering customer success through deep partnerships, strong technical expertise, focused innovation, and exceptional quality and service. Guided by a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence, TriMas invests in its people and capabilities to deliver long‑term value for all stakeholders. TriMas is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the ticker “TRS” and is headquartered in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. For more information, please visit www.trimas.com.