Tool and Die Technician
Core
Constructs, modifies, repairs, and maintains machine shop tools, dies, jigs, fixtures, and molds for production.
Role type
Tool and Die Technician
Builds
Production tooling, molds, and custom parts for manufacturing processes.
Domain
Industrial Manufacturing / Tool and Die
Required skills
blueprint reading, instrument usage, mold maintenance, tool modification, part repair/manufacturing, fixture alignment, machine operation (mills, EDMs, lathes, grinders), general equipment maintenance
Preferred skills
CNC mill operation, lathe operation, surface grinder operation, mold/die background
Responsibilities
Maintain molds; modify and calibrate plastic injection mold tools, dies, jigs, and fixtures; repair or manufacture parts to maintain production tooling; confer with engineers to resolve tooling problems; select and secure cutting tools and fixtures on machines; verify conformance of finished work pieces to specifications; perform general maintenance on Toolroom equipment