Tool & Die Maker

Tool & Die MakerJoin Silgan Closures, America's largest metal food packaging producer, as an Tool & Die Maker in Evansville, IN. We're looking for skilled tool & die makers to construct, repair and maintain production equipment tooling, perform preventative maintenance on presses, luggers, lining machines, and perform precision machining of shafts, die set parts and other fabricated parts as required.What we offer you:Weekly payOvertime opportunityA benefit package that is affordable without an increased contribution for additional family members, a company sponsored pension as well as a matching 401k tuition reimbursement, annual incentive payMonthly employee surprises such as food trucks, giveaways, etc.What you'll do:Work from blueprint, sketch, sample parts or verbal instructionsRequires a knowledge of advance shop mathematics, the ability to use charts and tables as found in handbooks, the planning and laying out of shop work, the defining of metal flow in die, a knowledge of all metals sufficient to select a suitable type steel for tools, requires a knowledge of the working and hardening properties of metal, such as aluminum brass, cast and wrought iron and various steels, the dimensions and uses of standard bolts, screws, threads and tapersUse precision measuring instruments such as micrometer, scale, vernier caliper, height, depth gauge, telescope gauge, dial indicators, comparator, etc. Use Machinist's hand tools such as scrapers, chisels, files, etc., to obtain proper fits. Scrape surfaces to realign or rebuild machinesLayout and develop templates and patterns for die development and other purposes; construct and develop rectangular and tapered draw dies, perforating dies, upsetting dies, threader tooling and other complicated tooling such as gauges; assists engineering in experimental and development work as directed by Supervisor; may recommend design changes to engineeringOverhaul various machines and equipment, recommending and making all necessary repairs; making and replacing worn and/or broken parts and assemble as necessary for proper operation when this level of expertise is required for the particular jobYou'll love it here if you:Want the chance to work for a company that provides a great culture where you are a member of our familyLike performing bench work such as filing, peening, fitting and polishingLike constructing machine parts to precise dimensions as required as a Tool and Die MakerWhat you'll need to have:High school diploma/GED/Equivalent required; technical program certification preferredAbove average reasoning and troubleshooting abilityTool and Die Maker experiencePreferred skills are Strong Team Skills, Strong communication skills, manufacturing environment background in Tool and Die capacityAbout Silgan ClosuresWe are the largest metal food packaging producer in North America, committed to sustainability and innovation. From increasing recycled content to renewable energy initiatives, we're rethinking how to make the metal food can.Ready to start your career as a Tool & Die Maker in Evansville, IN? Apply today and join a team that values safety, growth, and innovation.