Tool & Die Maker
ABB · Saint Louis, MO
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Experience asked
- 5+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 14 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level manufacturing role at ABB (industrial) in Saint Louis, MO. Inspect, troubleshoot, assemble, repair, and test tools and dies to minimize downtime, support production continuity, and respond to equipment breakdowns.
- They ask for
- 5+ years
- Tools it names
- Machining, Tooling, SAP
Read from the posting. The full description is below.
From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Manufacturing Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $60k–$92k.
Median of the low and high ends of 78 live postings that list pay, out of 1145 manufacturing technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
Missouri plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 14 other live manufacturing postings in Missouri.
- Experience asked
- Typical (5+ years)
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Team leadership 67%
- ✓ Tooling 40%
- Lean 33%
- Root cause 27%
- ✓ Machining 27%
- ✓ SAP 27%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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This plant: ABB in Saint Louis
2 other open roles at this site · 5 people we found in manufacturing roles at ABB.
- Tool and Die Designer · Manufacturing · Technician
- Tool and Die Maker · Manufacturing · Technician
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what you need
to make it happen. It won’t always be easy, growing takes grit. But at ABB, you’ll never run alone. Run what runs the world.
The work model for the role is: Onsite, St.Louis, MO
This Position reports to: Tony Hernandez (2nd shift )
Hourly pay range: $42.29-$47.25
(Shift premium for 2nd & 3rd shift)
Our Team Dynamics
Our teams support each other, collaborate, and never stop learning. Everyone brings something unique, and together we push ideas forward to solve real problems. Being part of our team means your work matters - because the progress we make here creates real impact out there.
responsibilities
- ◆Read and interpret blueprints, CAD drawings, and design specifications to set up, manufacture, and modify tooling components to required tolerances.
- ◆Operate, calibrate, and maintain toolroom equipment including lathes, mills, grinders, and drills to fabricate, repair, and finish tools and die components.
- ◆Inspect, troubleshoot, assemble, repair, and test tools and dies to minimize downtime, support production continuity, and respond to equipment breakdowns.
- ◆Drive continuous improvement, tooling efficiency, and scrap reduction initiatives ; maintain accurate records in SAP, follow standard repair procedures, and report recurring equipment issues.
for the role
- ◆Minimum 5 years of experience as a Tool & Die Maker with demonstrated expertise in toolroom and machining operations.
- ◆Proficient in operating drills, lathes, milling machines, grinders, and other precision metalworking equipment .
- ◆Strong knowledge of die assembly, die operation, troubleshooting, and repair in a manufacturing environment.
- ◆Proven ability to perform complex mathematical calculations using geometry, trigonometry, and algebra.
- ◆Solid understanding of metallurgy and metal properties , including material selection and performance characteristics.
- ◆Effective team player with strong communication skills; able to collaborate with engineers and machinists while working independently with minimal supervision.
What's in it for you
We want you to bring your full self to work—your ideas, your energy, your ambition. You’ll have the tools and freedom to grow your skills, shape your path, and take on challenges that matter. Here, your work creates impact you can see and feel, every day.
For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following websites: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf
Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ABB's career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762 or by sending an email to US-AskHR@abb.com . Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner.
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At ABB , we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.
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Engineering Manager
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