JOB SUMMARY:

Plan, layout, construct, alter and repair a wide variety of tools, jigs, fixtures, gauges, templates and parts. Considerable judgment is required to plan and layout work, make exacting machine setups, perform skilled bench work, maintain very close tolerances.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES, DUTIES & TASKS (list in order):

• Receive direction from senior tool and die personnel, work from drawings, sketches, samples and job instructions to plan and determine operation sequences.
• Make necessary mathematical calculations to select allowances for fitting and finishing operations.
• Lay out work as necessary and collaborate with machinists on more complicated work.
• Set up and operate all machine tools. (Determining alignment, location and speed)
• Indicate work as necessary to detect run outs or misalignment.
• Assist set-up technicians with troubleshooting and repairs.
• Maintain work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition.
• Accurately perform and document die preventative maintenance.

QUALIFICATIONS: The minimum qualifications listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities needed to perform this job successfully. 

Education:

High School Diploma/ GED.

Completion of technical/trade school in related field- preferred.

Experience:

Over 4 years of related work experience.

Ability to use precision measuring equipment (calipers, micrometers).

Working with and be able to interpret drawings and specifications.

Skills:

• Use advanced shop mathematics, handbook formulas.
• Work from complex drawings, specifications, sketches.
• Use all types of precision measuring equipment.
• Basic computer skills (e-mail, excel, web-based applications)
• Detail- Oriented- must be able to make decisions, plan, perform tasks,and detect faulty equipment.
• Excellent communication skills