Tool & Die Maker
Hubbell · South Bend, IN
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- Yesterday
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level manufacturing role at Hubbell (industrial) in South Bend, IN. As more products plug in to an aging grid, Hubbell solutions enable the transition to a more reliable, resilient and efficient energy infrastructure.
- Tools it names
- CNC, Machining, Tooling
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Manufacturing Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $60k–$91k.
Median of the low and high ends of 52 live postings that list pay, out of 947 manufacturing technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 28 other live manufacturing postings in Indiana.
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Similar roles usually ask 3+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Team leadership 72%
- ✓ Tooling 41%
- Root cause 38%
- ✓ Machining 38%
- ✓ CNC 34%
- EHS / safety 28%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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Job Overview
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Tool and Die Maker to join our team. As a Tool and Die Maker, you will play a crucial role in the to ensure the highest level of quality and efficiency in our manufacturing operations.manufacturing process by designing, building, and repairing tools, dies, jigs, and fixtures used in the production of precision parts. You will work closely with engineers, machinists, and other team members
A Day In The Life
- •Craft precision tools, dies, jigs, and fixtures with various machinery, including milling machines, lathes, grinders, and CNC machines.
- •Maintaining existing tools and dies, identifying and repairing wear, damage, or malfunction.
- •Work with engineers and production, providing your technical expertise to ensure collaboration and success in all tooling and die matters.
- •Upholding company policies, procedures, and quality standards to ensure we not only meet but exceed industry regulations and customer expectations while making safety first priority.
What will help you thrive in this role?
- •Proficient in reading and interpreting technical drawings, blueprints, and specifications.
- •Strong knowledge of machining operations, including milling, turning, grinding, and CNC machining a plus.
- •Skilled in using various hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments.
- •Excellent problem-solving skills to identify and resolve issues in tooling and die fabrication and repair.
- •Attention to detail and accuracy in all aspects of work.
- •Effective communication skills to collaborate with engineers, machinists, and other team members.
- •Knowledge of safety protocols and procedures in a manufacturing environment.
Hubbell Incorporated
Hubbell creates critical infrastructure solutions that power our customers, communities, people and the planet. Our company is strategically aligned around enabling grid modernization and electrification. As more products plug in to an aging grid, Hubbell solutions enable the transition to a more reliable, resilient and efficient energy infrastructure. Founded in 1888 our innovation has made us a leading global manufacturer of high quality electrical and utility solutions enabling customers to operate critical infrastructure reliably and efficiently.
The company operates in two segments. Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications and Hubbell Electrical Solutions (HES) are essential to managing power across a wide range of industries and applications. Our vertical market solutions can be applied to markets including Data Centers, Renewables, Commercial Buildings, Industrial, Telecom and Transportation. Supporting both of our business segments is our corporate and Hubbell Unified Business Solutions teams that provide consistent process, tools technologies across our businesses.
We are committed to operating sustainably and ethically while promoting an inclusive and supportive culture for our people to grow and develop in their careers. Our employees proudly work and serve our communities from our headquarters in Shelton, CT, across the United States and around the globe.
Hubbell Electrical Solutions
Hubbell Electrical Solutions (HES) are essential to managing power across a wide range of industries and applications. HES provides the critical components that allow operators of buildings, factories and other industrial infrastructure to connect, protect, wire and manage power.
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