Tool and Die Maker
Whirlpool · Clyde, OH
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Experience asked
- 5+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level manufacturing role at Whirlpool (industrial) in Clyde, OH.
- They ask for
- 5+ years
- Tools it names
- Machining, Tooling
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Manufacturing Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $60k–$95k.
Median of the low and high ends of 80 live postings that list pay, out of 1162 manufacturing technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 63 other live manufacturing postings in Ohio.
- Experience asked
- More than usual (5+ vs 4+)
Similar roles usually ask 4+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Team leadership 52%
- ✓ Tooling 45%
- ✓ Machining 34%
- Lean 30%
- CNC 25%
- 5S 25%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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This plant: Whirlpool in Clyde
2 other open roles at this site · 3 people we found in manufacturing roles at Whirlpool.
- Maintenance Mechanic · Reliability · Technician
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Full description from WhirlpoolAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Job Summary
The Tool and Die Maker specializes in the skilled tasks of constructing, modifying, maintaining, calibrating, and repairing machine shop tools, dies, jigs, and fixtures. This role involves working with engineers and tool designers to develop and modify tools, and requires working from blueprints, specifications, and diagrams. The individual assesses complex specifications and applies knowledge of tool and die design and construction, shop mathematics, metal properties, and layout, machining, and assembly procedures to fabricate and repair metalworking dies, cutting tools, jigs and fixtures, gauges, and machinists' hand tools.
Your
responsibilities
will include
Essential Functions
- ◆Fabrication and Assembly: Fabricates and repairs metalworking dies, cutting tools, jigs, fixtures, gauges, and machinists' hand tools. This includes laying out metal stock, preparing and operating machine tools, and fitting and assembling parts.
- ◆Planning and Preparation: Studies specifications (blueprints, sketches, models) to visualize the product, determine materials, and select machines. Computes dimensions, plans layout, and determines the assembly method and sequence of operations.
- ◆Machining and Processing: Measures, marks, and scribes metal stock. Sets up and operates various machine tools, such as lathes, milling machines, shapers, and grinders, to machine parts. Lifts and secures machined parts for work.
- ◆Finishing and Verification: Smoothes flat and contoured surfaces using scrapers, abrasive stones, and power grinders. Fits and assembles parts using hand tools. Verifies dimensions, alignments, and clearances using precision instruments, including dial indicators, gauge blocks, and micrometers.
- ◆Specialized Tasks: Heat-treats tools or parts. May connect wiring and hydraulic lines for electrical and hydraulic components.
- ◆Safety Compliance: Complies with all safety and work rules and regulations for the assigned area, following all required safety practices.
- ◆Design and Consultation (Optional): May examine existing tools and recommend design modifications. May also develop specifications or draw/sketch designs for specialty tools from general descriptions.
- ◆Production Support: Troubleshoots and repairs dies and tooling on the production floor, often working with presses.
Qualifications
- ✓High School Diploma or GED
- ✓Tool & Die State Apprenticeship Certificate or Minimum 5 Years Equivalent Experience
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About Whirlpool Corporation
Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is a leading home appliance company, in constant
pursuit of improving life at home. As the only major U.S.-based manufacturer of kitchen
and laundry appliances, the company is driving meaningful innovation to meet the evolving
needs of consumers through its iconic brand portfolio, including Whirlpool , KitchenAid ,
JennAir, Maytag , Amana, Brastemp , Consul , and InSinkErator . In 2025, the company reported
approximately $16 billion in annual net sales - close to 90% of which were in the Americas -
41,000 employees, and 35 manufacturing and technology research centers. Additional
information about the company can be found at WhirlpoolCorp.com .
This role in summary
Benefits Package
- •Healthcare: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plans, available on Day 1 of hire
- •Financial Protection: 401(k) Retirement Plan & Life Insurance
- •Education: Tuition Reimbursement Program
Time Off & Work Schedule
- •Paid Time Off (PTO): Up to 120 hours in your first year (prorated based on start date)
- •Holidays: 12 Paid Holidays annually
Connect with us and learn more about Whirlpool Corporation
See what it's like to work at Whirlpool by visiting Whirlpool Careers . Additional information about the company can be found on Facebook , Twitter , LinkedIn , Instagram and YouTube .