Tool and Die Maker

Job Opportunity in Erlanger, KY

Join our team in Erlanger, KY, a vibrant city known for its welcoming community and strategic location near major transportation hubs. We are seeking an experienced professional to contribute to our dynamic tool shop environment. This role offers the opportunity to apply your skills in machining and tool-making while working with a dedicated team.

Responsibilities

• Use manual machining equipment to build fixtures.
• Repair fixtures, molds, and tools as needed; disassemble and reassemble molds, jigs, tools, and fixtures.
• Read and understand blueprints and complex schematics to create and build new fixtures, tools, and machine parts.
• Inspect completed tools and dies for imperfections or damage affecting functionality.
• Demonstrate mechanical ability and explain basic tools and their usage.
• Perform drilling, tapping, and deburring using appropriate equipment and methods.
• Possess welding and fabrication skills to improve quality.
• Show a desire to gain knowledge in the shop and independently.
• Read and draw basic prints and understand the goals of a tool shop.
• Build on prior trades experience and refine skills necessary for tool making.
• Maintain a clean and organized shop and tools.
• Plan the next steps in processes and prepare accordingly.
• Read measuring tools: tape measure, scale, micrometer, calipers, height gauge.
• Regularly test equipment, tools, and machines to ensure they are set properly and working efficiently.
• Modify machine parameters to control speed, material feed, or path of cut to ensure a quality product within specifications.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and well-organized workspace.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Tool and Die Maker.
• Minimum 5 years in machining and alteration of tools, dies, jigs, and fixtures.
• Understanding of mathematics, handbook formulas, and trigonometry.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Thorough knowledge of machine shop practice, principles of machine tool operations, mechanics, and working qualities of materials.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Good communication skills.

Benefits PEAK's benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Dependent Care Savings Account (DCA), and 401K plan. PEAK believes that taking care of our team is essential for success and we are proud to provide benefits that enhance both your well-being and your future. Additionally, our associates may be eligible for Paid Sick Leave as required by Federal, State, or local laws.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) PEAK Technical Staffing is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. PEAK does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business need. We encourage all individuals to apply.

Americans Disabilities Act (ADA) The physical and mental requirements described in this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to perform the essential physical functions of the position, including sitting, standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, and lifting up to 25 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.