Tool & Die Maker

GF Industry and Infrastructure Flow Solutions, a division of GF, is the world's leading supplier of piping systems. We enable the safe and sustainable transport of fluids. Our business is driven by industry-leading sustainability levels, innovation through digital solutions and investment in a culture based on performance, learning and caring.
If you're passionate about technology, sustainability, and global collaboration — you’ll feel right at home with us.

Primary Responsibilities:

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Follow direction from the General Manager of the PBU or his designee.

• Read and interpret technical prints to gain a comprehensive understanding of the required parts.

• Help support and maintain all 6S standards in the immediate work area and others as needed.

• Use machine tools, welding equipment to manufacture and repair tools, dies, fixtures and other equipment that are used in the production areas.

• Adhere to all Environmental, Health & Safety rules when operating machinery.

• Work with close tolerances related to drilling, boring, reaming, milling and turning.

• Adhere to ISO 9001 Quality, ISO 14001 Environmental, and OSHAS 18801 certification requirements.

• Program and run CNC mill and CNC lathe as required.

• Maintain a 40-hour workweek and ability to work overtime as needed.

• Set up and run manual mills and lathes as required.

• Perform other job-related duties as directed; follow instructions and guidelines.

• Measure finished parts to ensure they meet specifications using precise measurement tools such as micrometers, calipers, and gauges.

• Requires regular attendance per the schedule assigned by the supervisor.

• Assemble, disassemble, and test products to ensure functionality and quality.
• Perform regular maintenance of machine tools to ensure optimal performance.
• Inspect finished products for defects and ensure compliance with quality standards.

• Work closely with engineers and other production staff to ensure that the tools and dies they produce meet the needs of the manufacturing process.

• Technical / Vocational certification in Tool and Die, Manufacturing Technology, machining or related field is desired.

• Proficiency with computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) software is desired.

• Four (4) years experience working as a Tool and Die Maker.

• Good working knowledge of standard shop mathematics.

• Good working knowledge of metal cutting feeds and speeds, threading terminology, and calculating angles for setting sine bars.

• Understanding of grinding principles and procedures.

• Able to read and interpret technical prints, sketches, design models, and/or verbal descriptions for planning operational sequences.

• Strong manual dexterity and ability to use hand tools.

• Knowledge of metal and other materials properties.

• Experience with precision measurement tools.
• Experience with Electrical Discharge Machining is desired.

Environmental / Atmospheric Conditions:

• Typical office/factory environment with possibility of exposure to heat in production areas.

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. in a safe manner.

• Must be able to perform repetitive motion.  Examples: walking, reaching, bending, twisting, stooping, pushing, pulling, and standing for extended periods of time.

• Clarity of vision and the ability to focus on a fast and repetitious operation for extended period of time.

• Exposure to machine noise levels (hearing protection required).

• Exposure to heavy equipment or components needed to produce product (safety toed shoes required).

• Exposure to electrical and mechanical moving parts.

• Exposure to sparks, chips, and dust (eye protection required)

Contact person:

Kristin Vinson Generalist Human Resources kristin.vinson@georgfischer.com

Please submit your application via the ‘Apply’ button. The recruiter’s email is for enquiries only.