Tool and Die Maker
Adient · Battle Creek, MI
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Experience asked
- 2+ years
- Industry
- Automotive
- Posted
- 29 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level manufacturing role at Adient (automotive) in Battle Creek, MI. Troubleshoot and diagnose tooling and die-related issues in a fast-paced production environment.
- They ask for
- 2+ years
- Tools it names
- Stamping, Tooling
- Openings
- 2 with this title at this site
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Manufacturing Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $60k–$90k.
Median of the low and high ends of 45 live postings that list pay, out of 782 manufacturing technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 23 other live manufacturing postings in Michigan.
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (2+ vs 5+)
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Tooling 54%
- Team leadership 46%
- CNC 42%
- EHS / safety 29%
- Machining 29%
- Root cause 25%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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This plant: Adient in Battle Creek
3 other open roles at this site · 7 people we found in manufacturing roles at Adient.
- Weld Tech · Manufacturing · Technician
- Quality Engineer · Quality
- Tooling Supervisor · Manufacturing · Supervisor
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Responsibilities
- ◆Troubleshoot and diagnose tooling and die-related issues in a fast-paced production environment.
- ◆Perform die set operations and make tooling adjustments to ensure optimal performance and product quality.
- ◆Conduct preventative and corrective maintenance on metal stamping dies, including progressive and transfer dies.
- ◆Inspect tooling and finished components to verify compliance with quality standards and specifications.
- ◆Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance die performance, efficiency, and reliability.
- ◆Work closely with production, quality, and maintenance teams to quickly resolve tooling-related concerns.
- ◆Maintain a safe work environment by following all company safety policies and procedures.
- ◆Complete all required Adient and customer-specific training programs.
- ◆Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.
Required
- ✓High School Diploma or GED required.
- ✓2+ years of experience in a sheet metal stamping manufacturing environment or similar experience.
- ✓1+ year of hands-on experience working with large progressive and transfer dies.
- ✓Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
- ✓Ability to frequently lift up to 40 pounds as required.
- ✓Ability to stand, walk, and work on the production floor for extended periods, including shifts of eight or more hours.
- ✓Ability to work overtime as required.
- ✓The team can provide flexibility and work with candidates on scheduling needs where possible.
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Job description
Adient is seeking a skilled Tool & Die Maker to support our high-volume metal stamping operations. In this hands-on role, you will troubleshoot, maintain, repair, and optimize progressive and transfer dies that are critical to production success. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced trades professional to work with advanced tooling, earn competitive pay, and contribute directly to manufacturing performance.
Preferred
- +Journeyman Tool & Die Makers with card are strongly encouraged to apply.
- +Automotive manufacturing experience.
- +Experience supporting high-volume stamping operations.
- +Knowledge of die maintenance best practices and preventative maintenance programs.
- +Experience utilizing precision measuring instruments and reading technical drawings or blueprints.
Shifts Available
- •2nd shift- 1:45 pm- 11:45pm
- •3rd shift- 9:45pm - 7:45am
- •Opportunities for 12-hour shifts available
Rate of Pay: $37.54 - $39.14 per hour
Why Join Adient?
At Adient, you'll be part of a global leader in automotive seating and manufacturing. This role offers the opportunity to apply skilled trades expertise in a dynamic production environment while working alongside experienced professionals who are committed to safety, quality, and continuous improvement. If you enjoy solving complex tooling challenges and making a direct impact on production success, this is an excellent opportunity to grow your career.
Primary location
Battle Creek Seating Component