Tool & Die Maker

Join our family-oriented team as a Tool and Die Maker, where you'll have the opportunity to grow and develop your skills in a supportive environment. This role offers hands-on experience with machining and assembly, ensuring your professional growth while contributing to our high-quality standards.

The Tool and Die Maker position has the ability to build jigs, fixtures, and dies. This role oversees the machining of all parts through the machining process leading up to assembly and try out of the tool. Also responsible to make sure that all machining is done timely and accurately. A successful candidate is a self-motivated multi-tasker that utilizes a strong work ethic to ensure all quality levels are met.

Responsibilities:

• Perform all duties in a safe manner.
• Ability to work in a team environment focusing on meeting Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost standards.
• Knowledgeable in the operation and setup of lathes, Bridgeport type mills, grinders, drill presses to machine basic parts.
• Basic understanding of blank/draw dies.
  
  • Understands clearance requirements.
  • Be able to troubleshoot blank/draw dies to determine root cause of issues and how to correct them.
  
  
• Uses micrometers, dial indicators, and Vernier calipers to accurately measure parts for quality checks.
• Read and understand mechanical blueprints of basic parts:
  
  • Understands machining tolerances and dimensioning.
  • Understands machining surface finishes.
  • Understands thread types and cutting requirements.
  • Understands weld symbols.
  • Understands section views.
  • Understands fit tolerances (Slip, Size to Size, Interference, Etc.).
  • Understands other symbols (Counterbore, Depth, Diameter, Runout, Etc.)
  
  
• Perform basic math related to machining parts (conversions, add, subtract, multiply, divide, etc.).
• Basic understanding of various tools used in machining.
  
  • Capable of specifying tools needed.
  
  
• Be able to sharpen tools.
• 6S of area (Sort, Straighten, Shine, Safety, Sustain).
• Ability to safely lift/rig materials to load/unload machines using forklift and/or cranes.
• Other duties as assigned.

Critical Skills, Knowledge and Abilities :

• Self-motivated and self-directed with strong work ethic
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Strong attention to detail and consistent work patterns
• Ability to multi-task and work at a fast pace
• Ability to work in a team
• Must be analytical and detail oriented
• Must have a positive attitude and a desire to continually improve
• Excellent basic forklift/material handling skills
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to establish working relationships quickly
• Commitment to personal integrity and integrity of the product(s) and processes
• Customer focused with the ability to function with a high sense of urgency
• 3-6 months of previous Tool & Die repair experience or equivalent knowledge

Why you will love working here:

• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance that starts on your first day! Employer HSA contribution ($1,000/single or $2,000/family)
• On-site Medical Center, Pharmacy, Barbershop, and fitness center
• 401(K) Match + Employer contribution
• Tuition assistance for continuing or career-related education
• As Our Philosophy states: People are our most important asset. Ample opportunity for career growth- we promote from within
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Work Schedule
• Quarterly profit sharing (with no cap!)