Toolmaker

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.  1^ST 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.