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Tool & Die Maker

Legrand North America · West Hartford, CT

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Level
Technician
Team
Manufacturing
Industry
Industrial
Posted
30+ days ago

The role in 30 seconds

A technician-level manufacturing role at Legrand North America (industrial) in West Hartford, CT. Legrand's Electrical Infrastructure division includes the following brands and product lines: Girtz, Avtron, Power Bus Way, Cablofil, Connectrac, Wiremold and Pass & Seymour.

Tools it names
Lean, Kaizen, 5S, SMED, Kanban, CNC

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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 77 live postings that list pay, out of 1240 manufacturing technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

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How this role compares

Against 14 other live manufacturing postings in Connecticut.

Experience asked
Not stated

Similar roles usually ask 6+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • Team leadership 60%
  • ✓ CNC 47%
  • ✓ Tooling 47%
  • ✓ Lean 33%
  • ✓ Machining 33%
  • CATIA / NX 27%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

Stands out: this posting asks for Kaizen, Kanban, Stamping, EHS / safety, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.

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This plant: Legrand North America in West Hartford

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Full description from Legrand North AmericaAs posted on their careers site.Show

Education

  • ✓High School Diploma or Equivalent.
  • ✓Tool and Die Journeyperson State of Connecticut (other states considered).

Experience

  • ✓Experience with turning, milling, drilling, grinding, both manually operated and CNC equipment, to precision tolerances.
  • ✓Experience reading and interpreting blueprints, using precision measurement devices.
  • ✓Experience troubleshooting and repairing production tools.
  • ✓Excellent math, communication and problem-solving skills.
  • ✓Able to read and interpret blueprints, schematic drawings, and associated specifications.
  • ✓Basic understanding of Manufacturing Engineering, Quality Engineering, and Lean Manufacturing concepts (i.e. Kaizen, Kanban, SMED, 5S, etc).
  • ✓Self-starter with strong work ethic/production oriented Minimum

Requirements

1. Must know how to use all applicable tools and measuring devices to perform the work.

2. Must maintain current licensing or certification required for the performance of assigned tasks.

3. Must know and follow all applicable OSHA and Company safety policies, practices and procedures.

Essential Mental Functions

1. Must be able to read and interpret blueprints, schematic drawings, specifications, and wiring diagrams as needed.

2. Must be able to solve mathematical equations.

3. Must be able to read and follow established job procedures and check lists.

Legrand is the global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructures. Its comprehensive offering of solutions for residential, commercial, and datacenter markets makes it a benchmark for customers worldwide.

Bridging power from sources to pathways to touchpoints, Legrand’s Electrical Infrastructure division combines innovation and quality to provide leading solutions for an evolving energy landscape. Our expertly designed products enable customers to confidently address the complex needs and challenges of electrification, while enhancing everyday experiences like plugging in, switching on, and staying connected. Committed to best-in-class service at every stage, we act as a trusted partner for our customers to ensure each project’s success and their continued satisfaction. Legrand's Electrical Infrastructure division includes the following brands and product lines: Girtz, Avtron, Power Bus Way, Cablofil, Connectrac, Wiremold and Pass & Seymour.

Legrand, North & Central America offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as distinctive benefits like a high employer 401K match, paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay, short-term and long-term disability benefit plans, above-benchmark paid maternity and parental leave, bonus opportunities in accordance with the Company’s incentive plans, paid time off to volunteer, and an active/growing Employee Resource Group network. For more information, visit legrand.us.

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At a Glance

Legrand has an exciting opportunity for a Tool and Die Maker to join the Electrical Wiring Systems Wiremold Team in West Hartford, CT . The Tool and Die Maker will provide production support through tool and die making activities.

What Will You Do?

  • •Perform precision grinding, milling, polishing and other machining operations to make or repair tool components.
  • •Fabricate and maintain dies, punches, forms, and other components in stamping and forming tools; components for and complete assemblies of jigs, fixtures, gauges and other applications.
  • •Assemble manufactured parts into working production tooling, fixtures, etc.
  • •Read and interpret engineering blueprints, specifications and verbal instructions.
  • •Set up and operate machine tools and hand tools.
  • •Troubleshoot and repair production tools.
  • •Make own setups on CNC equipment.
  • •Perform preventive maintenance.
  • •Comply with all OSHA and company safety procedures.

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