About Wood-Mizer
Wood-Mizer is the world's largest manufacturer of portable sawmills, with over 100,000 mills sold in more than 100 countries. Wood-Mizer provides forestry and timber professionals around the world with a complete line of narrowband portable and industrial sawmills, wideband sawmilling equipment, resaws, edgers, kilns, molders/planers, firewood processing equipment, pallet recycling equipment, material handling equipment, bandsaw blades, and blade maintenance equipment.
Our Culture and Values
Wood-Mizer is dedicated to customer and employee-owner success, putting compassion and values at the heart of the business, and committing to providing high-quality equipment that makes a positive difference in people's lives. Wood-Mizer is a 100% employee-owned company that believes every mill owner is an extension of our Wood-Mizer community: a philosophy that makes both our customers and employee-owners feel at ease.
What Makes Wood-Mizer Stand-Out
At Wood-Mizer, we know our people are the reason for our success. That’s why we’re proud to be a 100% employee-owned company where every team member has a stake in our future. We’re committed to creating a workplace where you can thrive - personally, professionally, and financially. From ownership opportunities to health, growth, and lifestyle perks, we invest in you so that together we can innovate, serve, and succeed.
What We Offer
- Employee Ownership – Become a true owner through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and share directly in Wood-Mizer’s growth and success.
- Retirement Savings – Build your future with a 401(k) plus company match into your ESOP account.
- Performance Incentives – Earn extra rewards tied to your contributions and results.
- Flexible Pay Options – Choose from multiple pay methods, including our Wages On-Demand program that lets you access earned wages daily.
- Paid Time Off from Day One – Begin accruing PTO with your first paycheck, plus enjoy paid holidays and additional leave for life events such as marriage, birth, or adoption.
- Free Health Care Access – Receive FREE access to Wood-Mizer Health Clinics (through Marathon Health) when enrolled in our insurance plan.
- Comprehensive Insurance – Health, dental, vision, and company-paid life insurance, plus options for supplemental coverage and short- and long-term disability.
- Community Impact – Be part of our Workplace Giving Programs and receive special recognition and benefits for serving others through donations or volunteer work.
- Education Assistance – Take advantage of tuition reimbursement to reach your long-term career and learning goals.
- Annual Allowances – Receive reimbursement for safety boots and glasses, plus yearly funds for Wood-Mizer apparel and branded gear.
- Everyday Perks – Enjoy company events and outings, free coffee and fruit, birthday and anniversary gift cards, referral bonuses, discounted shipping, and much more.
If you want a career, not just a job, apply today and learn how Wood-Mizer employees are making a difference around the world and right here in Indiana.
Job Summary:
The job of a Tool and Die Maker at Wood-Mizer has the ability to analyze specifications, lay out metal stock, set up and operate machine tools, and fit and assemble parts to fabricate and repair metalworking dies, cutting tools, jigs, fixtures, and gauges to make new machine fixtures and repair or upgrade old fixtures, as well as make a variety of complex tooling needed for the manufacturing of our blades.
Location of Role: Batesville, In (In-Person)
Duties/Responsibilities:
• Read prints and produce prototype parts and assemblies from prints or sketches
• Develop, construct and alter a wide variety of jigs, fixtures and gauges
• Perform assignments that range from the use of ordinary tool room operations to work involving accurate and extremely close tolerances
• Perform preventive maintenance/repairs on product equipment, tooling and support equipment
• Produce prototype units or tools to print specifications.
• Design and produce tooling from parts prints
• Perform testing and document results
• Record all new fixtures and updates in the Tooling database
• Carry out engineering level modifications to fixtures and parts
• Operate any machine in the tool room such as mills, laths, drill presses
• Expertly use various gauges and measuring instruments.
• Assist Engineering Department with development of process improvements
• Operate overhead cranes and forklifts as required
• Maintains a safe and clean work environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations
• Train other employees
• Performs other related duties as assigned
• Maintain a professional company image
• Productively participate in a Continuous Improvement work environment
Requirements for ALL jobs at Wood-Mizer
Performs other duties as assigned.
• Following all rules, policies, and procedures established by Wood-Mizer, including codes of conduct, safety regulations, and other guidelines.
• Showing up for work on time and adhering to Wood-Mizer's attendance policies is a fundamental responsibility for all employees.
• Collaborating with colleagues and contributing to a positive team environment.
• Conducting oneself in a professional manner, which includes maintaining a positive attitude, respecting colleagues, and presenting oneself appropriately.
• Completing assigned tasks and projects within the given time frame, meeting deadlines, and delivering on commitments.
Required Skills / Abilities:
• Assist manufacturing with process improvements
• Ability to evaluate a project and determine an accurate completion timeline
• Must be able to work flexible hours and weekends when necessary
• Good organization and communication skills
• Strong weld/machine print reading and math skills
• Able to use and develop a variety of measuring systems
• Ability to MIG weld or willingness to learn
• Ability to operate an acetylene torch/plasma cutter or the willingness to learn
• Must be able to safely use various hand and air tools
• Team player who can work independently
• Ability to follow proper safety protocols
• Ability to retain learned knowledge
Education and Experience:
• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Vocational school / technical college training highly preferred
• Machining/Tooling training or be willing to enroll in approved training program within 1 year of accepting position
• 2 - 4 years in manufacturing or tool room environment
Physical Requirements:
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds to waist
• Must be able to stand 8 to 10 hours each day
• Must be able to bend, stretch, squat, and climb on ladder to access all parts of the machine
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Wood-Mizer is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. We make employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
This commitment applies to all aspects of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, compensation, training, transfers, leaves of absence, and terminations.
Interview Process & Communications Notice
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