Tool and Die Maker Job Description

Tool and die makers construct precision tools or metal forms, called dies, that are used to cut, shape, and form metal and other materials. They produce jigs and fixtures—devices that hold metal while it is bored, stamped, or drilled—and gauges and other measuring devices.

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Our company is looking for a Tool and Die Maker to join our team.

Responsibilities:

  • Perform geometric shop calculations;
  • Set up and operate mills, lathes, grinders, EDM equipment and various hand tools;
  • Responsible to track, order, and organize tooling;
  • Rework tooling details and performs skilled fitting, timing and adjusting as needed to develop piece parts to blue print specification;
  • Assist the production department to get automation machines up and;
  • Performs other related duties as assigned;
  • Hands on participation in the operation and setting up of stamping presses;
  • Lead and supervise Tool & Die and R&D component construction according to instruction and engineering drawings;
  • Use tool conditioning and debug skills to solve progressive die;
  • Operate all gauging and inspection equipment to perform 1st piece part inspections before submitting to QC submittal;
  • Diagnoses root cause and correct problems in complicated progressive;
  • Advise which correct materials and oils to be used for specific;
  • Responsible for relevant entries in ERP system.

Requirements:

  • Professional Technical Training in Tool Making & Die Repair or equivalent experience;
  • Safety oriented, knowledge of MIOSHA standards is desired;
  • Sheet Metal and class A surface experience preferred;
  • Able to demonstrate understanding of how job performance affects product quality and customer satisfaction;
  • Ability to read blueprints;
  • Able to prepare, read and interpret written reports, instruction, procedures and guidelines;
  • Work to close tolerances as close as 0.0005 inch;
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills;
  • Must have basic computer skills;
  • Able to effectively operate safely in a high pressure work environment;
  • Ability to read, write and speak English;
  • Progressive die troubleshooting and carbide grinding skills;
  • Able to plan, construct, alter and repair a wide variety of details, tools, jigs, fixtures and gauges to very close tolerances;
  • Able to learn how to accurately estimate time of major repairs;
  • Able to effectively communicate verbally and in writing to exchange information clearly and concisely with coworkers, supervisors.