Maintenance Machinist (Tool & Die)
Worthington Steel · Monroe, OH
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Experience asked
- 3+ years
- Industry
- Metals
- Posted
- 3 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level reliability role at Worthington Steel (metals) in Monroe, OH.
- They ask for
- 3+ years
- Tools it names
- Root cause, CNC, Machining, Stamping, Welding, Tooling
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 9, 2026
Maintenance Technician roles in Ohio: typical posted base $58k–$75k.
Median of the low and high ends of 4 live postings that list pay, out of 211 maintenance technician openings in Ohio, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 223 other live reliability postings in Ohio.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (3+ vs 4+)
Typical $71k–$107k, from 10 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 4+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- PLC 50%
- Team leadership 42%
- ✓ Welding 34%
- ✓ Root cause 22%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for CNC, Stamping, SolidWorks, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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This plant: Worthington Steel in Monroe
1 other open role at this site.
- Multi-Craft Maintenance Technician (Nights) · Reliability · Technician
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What You'll Do
- ◆Set up and operate manual mills, lathes, surface grinders, and other precision machining equipment.
- ◆Perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on blanking dies to maintain accuracy, performance, and reliability.
- ◆Machine, fabricate, repair, and modify tooling, die components, fixtures, and replacement parts.
- ◆Read and interpret mechanical blueprints, SolidWorks drawings, and technical specifications.
- ◆Use micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, and other precision measuring instruments to verify dimensions and tolerances.
- ◆Identify wear, damage, and mechanical issues with blanking dies and tooling, performing necessary repairs and adjustments.
- ◆Troubleshoot machining and tooling problems, identify root causes, and implement effective solutions.
- ◆Work closely with Maintenance and Production teams to minimize downtime and improve tooling performance.
- ◆Identify opportunities to improve tooling reliability, machining processes, and operational efficiency.
- ◆Follow established safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work environment.
Additional Experience That Would Be a Plus
- ✓3+ years of experience as a Manual Machinist, Maintenance Machinist, Tool & Die Maker, or Tool & Die Technician.
- ✓Experience maintaining and repairing blanking or stamping dies.
- ✓Completion of a Machinist or Tool & Die apprenticeship, technical certification, or equivalent training.
- ✓Experience in steel processing, metal stamping, or heavy manufacturing.
- ✓Familiarity with CNC machining equipment a plus but not required.
- ✓Experience operating overhead cranes or forklifts a plus
Why Worthington Steel?
At Worthington Steel, we value skilled trades professionals who take pride in their work and the difference they make every day. You'll have the opportunity to apply your machining expertise, solve challenging problems, and play an important role in keeping our manufacturing operations running smoothly.
We offer a team-oriented environment that values safety, quality, continuous improvement, and personal accountability.
Ready to Put Your Skills to Work?
If you're an experienced manual machinist with tooling and die maintenance experience, we want to hear from you!
Apply today and create career momentum with Worthington Steel!
Hesitant to apply because you may not meet every specific requirement? If this role is something you are interested in, but your previous experience doesn’t exactly align, we encourage you to apply! At Worthington Steel we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We recognize that individuals with diverse experiences and backgrounds are essential to our success. You may be the perfect candidate for this role or others within our organization.
Worthington Steel (NYSE:WS) is a metals processor that partners with customers to deliver highly technical and customized solutions. Worthington Steel’s expertise in carbon flat-roll steel processing, electrical steel laminations and tailor welded solutions are driving steel toward a more sustainable future.
As one of the most trusted metals processors in North America, Worthington Steel and its approximately 6,000 employees harness the power of steel to advance our customers’ visions through value-added processing capabilities including galvanizing, pickling, configured blanking, specialty cold reduction, lightweighting and electrical lamination. Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, Worthington Steel operates 37 facilities in seven states and 10 countries. Following a people-first Philosophy, commitment to sustainability and proven business system, Worthington Steel’s purpose is to generate positive returns by providing trusted and innovative solutions for customers, creating opportunities for employees and strengthening its communities.
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Maintenance Machinist (Tool & Die)
Worthington Steel | Monroe, OH
Schedule: Night Shift | 12-Hour Shifts | 2-2-3 Rotation
Training: Approximately 6–8 weeks on day shift before transitioning to nights.
Put Your Precision Machining Skills to Work!
Worthington Steel is looking for an experienced Maintenance Machinist to join our team in Monroe, OH. This hands-on role focuses on manual machining, maintaining and repairing blanking dies, and fabricating precision components that keep our manufacturing operations running safely and efficiently.
We're looking for someone who takes pride in their craftsmanship, knows their way around manual mills, lathes, and surface grinders, and can confidently read blueprints and SolidWorks drawings.
If you enjoy precision work, solving mechanical challenges, and seeing the impact of your skills every day, we'd love to talk with you!
Work Schedule
- •Approximately 6–8 weeks of initial training on day shift.
- •Transition to 12-hour night shifts following training.
- •2-2-3 rotating schedule with every other weekend off.
What We're Looking For
- •Hands-on experience operating manual mills, lathes, and surface grinders.
- •Experience maintaining, troubleshooting, or repairing production tooling and dies.
- •Ability to read and interpret blueprints, SolidWorks drawings, and mechanical specifications.
- •Strong understanding of machining fundamentals, dimensional tolerances, and precision measurement.
- •Proficiency with micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, and other precision measuring tools.
- •Ability to independently troubleshoot tooling and machining problems.
- •Strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and commitment to safety and quality.
- •Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with Maintenance and Production teams.
