Journeyman Tool and Die Maker

Job Description

Job Description

Tool and Die Maker, Eyelet Press, Operator, Ammunition - EXPERIENCE REQ

Applicant must:

• be eligible to work full-time in the United States
• have >5 years of experience reading/interpreting technical blueprints
• have >5 years of hands-on experience in the eyelet manufacturing industry

MUST HAVE EYELET TOOL MAKING AND TRANSFER PRESS EXPERIENCE TO APPLY:

Specialty Cartridge, Inc. is a small business located in Covington, GA that manufactures ammunition and ammunition-related components.

This position requires the ability to work well with others in a team environment, strong communication and problem-solving skills, and the ability to work effectively with minimum supervision. Candidates must consistently demonstrate a concern for order, quality, safety, team commitment, and self-control/maturity.

Primary Responsibilities

• Tool Construction & Repair: Plan, layout, construct, alter, and repair a wide variety of complex tools such as transfer/progressive dies, punches, jigs, fixtures, pins, gauges, and complete press and automated assembly tooling.
• Engineering Collaboration: Follow specifications, engineering blueprints, tool orders, and shop data to confer with engineering, resolving design problems related to dimensional tolerances, service requirements, manufacturing procedures, and cost.
• Machine Operation: Utilize tool room equipment including lathes, milling machines, all types of grinding machines, power saws, honing machines, jig borers, hydraulic and manual arbor presses, and precision measuring instruments.
• Troubleshooting: Troubleshoot and repair complex tools, gears, pulleys, sensors, and production tooling issues directly at the press.
• Eyelet Specialization: Operate all manual tool room equipment to make and groom tooling specifically for eyelet transfer presses, performing exacting bench and machine operations to fit and assemble highly complicated eyelet tools, dies, and gauges.
• Production Support: Setup and troubleshoot complex production tooling and component quality issues, repair and replace production tooling as needed, and perform skilled bench work, fitting, assembling, adjusting, and repairing of production equipment.
• Additional Duties: Perform other duties as assigned.

Education & Experience

• Journeyman License: Preferred.
• Industry Experience: Minimum of 5 years of direct hands-on work experience in the Eyelet Manufacturing industry.
• Mechanical Aptitude: Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to read blueprints and handle all aspects of metal forming from print to production.
• Preferred Background: Experience with deep-drawn metal products in high-speed transfer presses and/or cosmetic parts is a plus.
• Core Competencies: Ability to prioritize work effectively, paired with good verbal/written communication, time management, and organizational skills.

Physical Demands

• Dexterity & Mobility: Constant use of hands, fingers, and hand-eye coordination. Frequent standing, walking, talking, and hearing. Occasional turning, twisting, bending at the waist, crouching, and reaching with hands and arms.
• Lifting: Frequently lift and carry up to 50 pounds; occasionally lift and carry up to 75 pounds.
• Vision: Good close and peripheral vision, good depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Required Skills

• Tool/Die/Mold Repair Skills
• Blueprint Reading

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits: 401(k), Employee discount, Health insurance, Referral program, Relocation assistance

Schedule: 8-hour shift, Monday to Friday, Overtime

Ability to Commute/Relocate: Covington, GA 30014 (Reliably commute required)