Job Title: Tool Maker
Shift: 1st (M -F)
Location: Minneapolis, MN
Summary: Looking for a tool maker with final fit and finish experience specializes in the high-precision, hands-on assembly and refinement of tools, dies, molds, and gauges. Capable of working with manual tools to achieve micron-level perfection, ability to work directly from 2D/3D blueprints without needing step-by-step instructions.
Key Duties/Responsibilities:
• Drill press operations of drilling, tapping and chamfering
• Plate de-burring and straightening (Up to 24"" x 24"" plates)
• Learning machine shop operations
• Operate manual machining centers (Bridgeport, Surface Grinder, DoAll Tool Grinder, etc.)
• Operate machine shop hand equipment (Drills, Surface and Hand Grinders, Cut Off Saw, etc.)
• Operate CNC Lathe / Mill
• Operate CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine)
• Use various measuring equipment (Micrometers, Calipers, Shadowgraph, etc.)
• Perform and document in-process inspection
• Assemble molds
• Mold maintenance and repair
• Read and understand Cad Drawings
• Ability to work with very tight tolerances
• Lift and carry 5-25 pounds on a regular basis
• Work while standing for extended periods of time
• Regular and consistent attendance
Additional Duties & Responsibilities:
• Keep work area orderly
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor
Prerequisite Qualifications:
• Two (2) years Technical College or Equivalent Experience
• Machine shop skills or experience a plus
• Computer literate in Master Cam, Excel and Word
• Willing to learn new skills and attend schooling if required
• Work as a team member and follow established procedures in a new, well equipped, fast paced tool room
• Ability to manage time effectively and meet productivity expectations and deadlines
• Self-Motivator
• Team Player