Tool & Die Maker

SUMMARY

• Lays out, machines, fits, assembles, and finishes metal die components and parts to make and repair stamping dies by performing the following duties below.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• 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.
• Ability to manage work performed by other workers.
• Sets up and operates machine tools such as lathe, milling machine, radial drill press, CNC machining center, wire EDM, and surface grinder to machine parts to specifications, and verifies conformance of machined parts to specifications.
• Verifies dimensions, clearances, and alignment of components and parts in die.
• Dis-assemble and re-assemble tools and dies as required.
• Assist production department with operation and maintenance of stamping dies, fixtures, gauges and machinery, consisting of trouble shooting and repair. Including all manufacturing processes.
• Assist production CNC department in setup, programming and fixtures issues.
• Connects wiring and hydraulic lines to install electric, pneumatic and hydraulic components.
• Fits and assembles cam operated mechanisms for lateral movement of part of die.
• Lifts machined parts and positions them for assembly on worktable or surface plate.
• Smooths flat and contoured surfaces and fits parts to each other.
• Connects wiring and hydraulic lines to install electric, pneumatic and hydraulic components.
• Fits and assembles cam operated mechanisms for lateral movement of part of die.
• Works to tolerances as close as 0.
• Assist engineering department with various endeavors, including new projects and continuous improvement initiatives.  
• Other duties and tasks may be assigned as required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

BENEFITS

• Comprehensive benefits offerings including but not limited to – Health, Dental, Vision, Life, & Disability
• Vacation time with automatic rollovers
• Minimum 7 Paid Holidays
• Weekly attendance bonus that pays an extra $25 for working at least 35 hours onsite!
• 401(k) with company match that vests immediately upon participation.
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $4,500 per year
• Shoe Reimbursement up to $50 on qualifying footwear with no waiting period!

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or six months to one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. D.O.L. Tool & Die Apprenticeship preferred.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

REASONING ABILITY

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.