Part time tool and die makers are skilled tradespeople who design, build, and repair tools, dies, and specialized equipment used in manufacturing, but work less than full-time hours. They use precision machines to create metal forms, molds, and fixtures that help produce parts for various industries. Working part time allows flexibility while still performing critical, hands-on work in the manufacturing process. These professionals must have experience with technical drawings, machining, and sometimes computer-aided design (CAD).