Description
Summary/Objective
The Tool and Die Maker position consists of three classes A, B, and C as described below.
Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- The Class A Tool Maker can carry out several essential functions
- Capable of building and troubleshooting various tools, dies, and fixtures out of precision materials that will be utilized in production.
- Capable of holding close tolerances on precision tooling, typically .0005 or better daily
- Capable of setting up and operating all Tool Room equipment such as lathes, Bridgeport milling machines, Grinders, Heat Treat oven, Drills, Wire EDM, and CNC Miller
- Capable of interpreting and working with Engineering drawings, ensuring tooling or fixture produces product within customer tolerances
- Capable of designing tooling to achieve customer specifications of end product
- Manufacture quality parts within scheduled time frame
- Self-Inspection for quality adherence to ISO and customer specifications while utilizing inspection equipment
- Practices continuous improvement on efficient techniques and creativity
- The Class B Tool Maker has similar functions as the Class A Tool Maker but specializes in die, form tool, or fixture making.
- The Class C Tool Maker has similar functions as the Class A Tool Maker with instruction specializes in tool repair.
Competencies
- Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance
- Attention to detail
- Willing to work in a manufacturing environment
- Ability to learn and retain new skills
- Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, and quality control
Supervisory Responsibility
This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities but does serve as a coach and mentor for other positions.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position. 1ST Shift hours are from 7:00am to 3:30pm Monday through Friday, second shift hours are from 3:30pm to Midnight Monday through Friday. Saturdays may be required to meet customer demands.
Travel
Little to no travel is expected for this position.
Required Education and Experience
- High School Diploma or equivalent
Preferred Education and Experience
- Vocational certificate in Machine Shop, Manufacturing Engineering Tech
- Completion of apprenticeship in machining
- 2 to 3 years’ experience
Salary Range: $30.40-$42.85
Work Authorization/Security Clearance (if applicable)
ITAR compliance
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.