Tool & Die Maker

TRANE TECHNOLOGIES
Trenton, NJ
At Trane TechnologiesTM and through our businesses including Trane and Thermo King, we create innovative climate solutions for buildings, homes, and transportation that challenge what's possible for a sustainable world. We're a team that dares to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities. We believe in a better future when we uplift others and enable our people to thrive at work and at home. We boldly go.

Summary

Trane Technologies in Trenton, NJ is hiring a Machinist Tool and Die Maker! There is an opening on both 1st and 2nd shift.

1st Shift Hours (estimated): 6:00am-2:30pm.

2nd Shift Hours (estimated): 2:00 - 10:30pm.

Responsibilities

Performs any combination of (but not limited to) the following duties according to specific department guidelines:

  • Verify dimensions, alignments, and clearances of finished parts for conformance to specifications, using measuring instruments such as calipers, gauge blocks, micrometers, or dial indicators.

  • Set up and operate conventional or computer numerically controlled machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, or grinders to cut, bore, grind, or otherwise shape parts to prescribed dimensions and finishes.

  • Visualize and compute dimensions, sizes, shapes, and tolerances of assemblies, based on specifications.

  • Study blueprints, sketches, models, or specifications to plan sequences of operations for fabricating tools, dies, or assemblies.

  • Fit and assemble parts to make, repair, or modify dies, jigs, gauges, and tools, using machine tools, hand tools, or welders.

  • Inspect finished dies for smoothness, contour conformity, and defects.

  • Select metals to be used from a range of metals and alloys, based on properties such as hardness or heat tolerance.

  • Lift, position, and secure machined parts on surface plates or worktables, using hoists, vises, v-blocks, or angle plates.

  • File, grind, shim, and adjust different parts to properly fit them together.

  • Smooth and polish flat and contoured surfaces of parts or tools, using scrapers, abrasive stones, files, emery cloths, or power grinders.

  • Measure, mark, and scribe metal or plastic stock to lay out machining, using instruments such as protractors, micrometers, scribes, or rulers.

  • Conduct test runs with completed tools or dies to ensure that parts meet specifications, making adjustments as necessary.

  • Design jigs, fixtures, and templates for use as work aids in the fabrication of parts or products.

  • Cut, shape, and trim blanks or blocks to specified lengths or shapes, using power saws, power shears, rules, and hand tools.

  • Set up and operate drill presses to drill and tap holes in parts for assembly.

  • Set pyrometer controls of heat-treating furnaces and feed or place parts, tools, or assemblies into furnaces to harden.

  • Maintains technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing technical publications; establishing personal networks.

  • Maintains continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.

Qualifications
Journeyman License/Certification with 2+ years of relevant experience; or 7+ years' experience performing complex work as a Tool and Die Maker or Machinist
High School Diploma or GED
Proficient reading and interpreting blueprints and schematics
Ability to work overtime as needed

Base pay rate: $34.00-$36.00/hr.

Disclaimer: This base pay range is based on US national averages. Actual base pay could be a result of seniority, merit, and the geographic location where the work is performed.

This role has been designated by the company as safety sensitive.

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs. We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.
Posted 2026-02-27

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