Tool and Die Machinist

Westaff Hiring a Tool & Die Maker for Manufacturer in Meriden, CT

Pay: $30-40/hr based on experience 

Responsibilities for Tool & Die Makers

• Studies blueprints of die and product, die models, templates, and prototype parts and visualizes shape, mechanical structure, and operation of die.


• Computes dimensions, plans machining, layout, and assembly operations.


• Measures, marks, and scribes metal stock for machining by other workers.


• Sets up and operates machine tools such as lathe, milling machine, drill press, and grinder, to machine parts to specifications, and verifies conformance of machined parts to specifications.


• Lifts machined parts and positions them for assembly on worktable or surface plate.


• Smoothes flat and contoured surfaces and fits parts to each other.


• Verifies dimensions, clearances, and alignment of members and parts in die.


• Dowels and bolts parts together.


• Works to tolerances as close as 0.0005 inch.


• Dismantles die and repairs or replaces parts.

Requirements for Tool & Die Maker:

• Experience in Component/Tooling Fabrication, Trouble Shooting Tooling and Repairing Tooling. Set-up – Trouble shooting 


• CT approved (apprenticeship completed) Journeyperson


• Ability to read - understand blue prints and GDT as needed for production manufacturing

Apply now for the Tool & Die Maker position for immediate consideration!