Journeyman Tool and Die Maker- Thomasville, Georgia

Journeyman Tool & Die MakerCheck-Mate Manufacturing offers competitive pay and benefitsCheck-Mate Manufacturing has openings position for Tool and Die Maker. This position reporting to the Tooling Manager, the Tool and Die Maker has a Journeymen license or has completed formal apprenticeship program. Tool and Die Maker builds, repairs, and maintains: dies, fixtures, and all other tooling in conformance to customer and/or company specifications per control plans. Analyzes specifications, lays out metal stock, set up and operate machine tools, and fits and assembles parts to makes and repairs dies, cutting tools, jigs, fixtures, gauges, and machinists' hand tools. Maintains a safe working environment by ensuring compliance with procedures and safety regulations.US Citizens and Green Card Holders Only.Skills and CompetenciesTool and die maker ability to read tool and die designs and printsTool and die maker basic shop math and trigonometryTool and die maker ability to use precise measuring equipment such as micrometers, calipers, gauge blocks, dial indicators, etc.Tool and die maker ability to operate all standard tool room equipment such as milling machines, drill presses, surface grinders, lathes, etc. CNC machine set up a plusTool and die maker must have strong analytical and troubleshooting skillsTool and die maker general knowledge of tool and die design including various tool steels/carbides and their application is a plusTool and die maker able to work independently and be self-motivatedTool and die maker must be able to work without supervision and lead small teams as requiredTool and die maker ability to work with appropriate outside vendorsTool and die maker ability to train and develop apprenticesTool and die maker ability to communicate well with othersMinimum RequirementsHigh School Diploma or equivalent education or trade school diploma programJourneyman Tool & Die Maker and/ or completion of an apprenticeship (4 years) or advanced manufacturing certificate, followed by at least 4 years of on-the-job training5 years' experience in the trade; emphasis on small precision stampings from progressive diesAn ability to communicate effectively in English both in writing and verbally (Preferred)Knowledge/ experience with of AutoCAD, Solid works, and EDM (a PlusBenefitsExcellent compensation packagesMedical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short-term and long-term disability12 Days PTO and 10 Holidays401k participation after 1 yearTraining and Development OpportunitiesAnnual COLA increasesRelocation AssistanceEOE/AA/M/F/VET/D