Tool & Die Maker - 2nd Shift

Tool And Die Making Journeyman

This position requires the individual to be a certified journeyman for Tool and Die Making. Under general supervision individuals will perform such duties as planning and performing all bench and required machine operations. This will include prototype work, constructing or making alterations and repairs to production tools, the building of jigs, fixtures, punches, dies, molds, gauges, templates or patterns. All work will involve a high degree of skill and thorough knowledge of tool building practices. Responsibilities Lay out work processes and sequences of operations required to fabricate specified tools. Identify the necessary materials as required or specified for the job. Setup and operate manual machines experience with lathes, surface grinders, drilling machines, turning machines and mills is required. Knowledge of CNC lathes, CNC mills and wire EDM. Assemble dies and fixtures and tryout tests. Perform inspection and tryout operations as specified for tooling and equipment. Must be able to work with complex CAD models, drawings for work that requires close tolerances. Must be able to understand and use shop mathematics and handbook formulas. Must be capable of using machine tools and hand tools to properly fit and assemble parts, repair or modify dies, jigs, gauges, and tools. Inspect finished dies for smoothness, contour conformity, and defects. Set up and operate conventional or computer numerically controlled machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, and grinders to cut, bore, grind, or otherwise shape parts to prescribed dimensions and finishes. Smooth and polish flat and contoured surfaces of parts or tools, using scrapers, abrasive stones, files, emery cloths, or power grinders. Verify dimensions, alignments, and clearances of finished parts for conformance to specifications, using measuring instruments such as calipers, gauge blocks, micrometers, and dial indicators. Studies blueprints, sketches, models, or specifications to plan operation sequences for fabricating tools, dies, or assemblies; verifies dimensions, alignments, and clearances of finished parts using measuring instruments. Knowledge of G-Code, CAD/CAM and programing experience (Solid Works, Smart CAM, or Master CAM would be a plus). Evaluate material properties and metallurgical characteristics to determine appropriate machining methods, heat treatment processes, and tolerances for tools and dies. Perform precision boring and threading operations to achieve proper class of fit for tooling components. MIG and TIG Welding. CNC equipment programming. Operate horizontal or vertical band saws to cut tool steel and alloys to size per print requirements.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Health insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, Short Term Disability, Paid time off- Up to 2 weeks

Behaviors: Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject, Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity, Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Motivations: Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help, Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Education: Technical/other training or better in Tool & Die.

Experience: Must be a certified Tool & Die journeyworker

Licenses & Certifications: Tool & Die Journeyman