Tool and Die Maker

Job TitleFounded in Cleveland in 1944, WLS specializes in short and medium run metal stamping, fabrication and laser cutting to service a wide variety of industries.Operate typical tool room machines such as: Engine lathe, vertical and horizontal milling machines, surface and pedestal grinders, drill presses, arbor presses and band saws to produce components to be used in the construction or repair of blanking, piercing, forming, drawing and trimming dies ranging from simple blanking, bending and piercing dies to complex die sets; fits and assembles components to complete the construction or repair; sets up and operates punch presses.Job Duties:Interpret and analyze technical drawings, blueprints, and work orders to determine machining requirements and specifications.Select appropriate cutting tools, fixtures, and materials for each machining operation.Assemble nests and diesDiagnose and correct issues with existing toolsMaintain and repair damaged diesMaintain tool room equipment and work area in a clean, orderly conditionFollow written and oral instructionsFollow all company safety and operations policiesRequirements:Working knowledge of shop mathematics, trigonometry and computersProficiency with micrometers and calipersMust pass basic math and quality testExperience with CNC equipment preferredExperience running wire EDM preferred (EDM programming experience is a plus)Must be organized and able to handle multiple tasksAbility to work independentlyDetail orientedMotivation to learn and develop with WLS5+ years of experience in tool making/compound die stamping