Tool Maker - 1st Shift
Core
Planning, laying out, and performing machining operations to construct, alter, and repair tools, dies, jigs, and gauges for manufacturing production.
Role type
Senior Tool Maker (Die & Gauge)
Builds
Production tools, dies, jigs, and gauges for manufacturing lines
Domain
Manufacturing / Tool and Die Making
Required skills
CNC programming, blueprint interpretation, precision measuring, manual lathe/mill operation, grinding and sharpening, metallurgy knowledge, die modification, layout planning, material characteristics analysis
Preferred skills
CAD/CAM programming, advanced mathematics, temporary fixture construction, cross-functional problem solving
Technologies
CNC equipment, manual lathes, mills, grinding equipment, precision measuring instruments
Responsibilities
Program and run CNC equipment to build tool components; perform bench operations like grinding, fitting, and calibrating; analyze and resolve production issues with tools and fixtures; recommend and specify design changes to parts and molds; repair and recondition dies and cutting tools; set up tools for production trial runs.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC