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Tool & Die Maker – First Shift
Jagemann's precision tool room is hiring a Tool & Die Maker to operate advanced machining equipment on critical tooling components. You'll work in a temperature-controlled environment while providing tool building, modifications, and repairs.
What You'll Do
- Construct, alter, and repair transfer press dies, blocks, inserts, punches, fingers, slides, and mechanical press parts. Finish, polish, fit, align, and assemble tooling sets for press installation.
- Interpret blueprints, sketches, and verbal descriptions. Perform close-tolerance work where no design exists, using only a defective part as a pattern to fabricate replacements.
- Machine hardened steels, carbide, and exotic materials. Adjust speeds, feeds, and tooling based on material properties. Develop effective methods for new or unusual metals.
- Devise and construct temporary fixtures and holding devices for unusual tooling sizes. Develop custom soft jaws for non-standard parts. Adapt standard machine tools to unusual applications.
- Participate in design and development of new, experimental, and prototype tooling. Assist in analyzing tooling and part quality problems and implementing corrective action.
- Direct work of and train apprentices and pressroom technicians. Provide CNC troubleshooting guidance and occasional multi-machine oversight.
- Perform preventive maintenance on CNC equipment. Sharpen non-insert tools. Keep work areas clean and organized.
- Follow all Environmental Health & Safety procedures.
What We're Looking For
- High school diploma plus machining or metalworking training
- Mazak programming certification
- Partial completion of company-specified Machine Tool Operation curriculum
- CAD/CAM and Solutionware training
- Journeyman Card in Tool & Die preferred
- Journeyman Card in Machining
- Strong knowledge of material machining characteristics
- Attention to detail and ability to hold close tolerances
- Familiarity with Environmental Health & Safety procedure
Why Choose Jagemann?
- Immediate Benefits – No waiting period
- Complete Health Coverage – Medical, dental, and vision insurance from day one
- Financial Security – Company-paid short/long-term disability and basic life insurance
- Retirement Planning – 401(k) with company contributions
- Work-Life Balance – Paid holidays and vacation time from hire
- Professional Growth – Paid education programs and career development opportunities
- Health & Wellness – Onsite fitness center for employees and spouses
- Safety First – Prescription safety glasses and safety shoe reimbursement
- Employee-Friendly – Flexible policies in a temperature-controlled facility
Ready to Apply?
We're looking for skilled professionals who take pride in precision work and want to grow their careers with a stable, innovative company. Apply today at www.jagemann.com
Salary: Competitive starting wages based on experience and skills.
Shift: First - Monday–Thursday 4×10s or Monday–Friday 5×8s
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