Tool Maker II

Safety is #1 at BTD: Our expectation is that every employee: 1) Strictly follows safety policies, rules and safe work
methods. 2) Promptly corrects or reports safety hazards or unsafe conditions. Promptly reports injuries for prompt
diagnosis and treatment. 3) Makes regular suggestions for safety process improvements to support continuous
improvement in safety.

Essential Functions:
1. Reviews blueprints and understands die designs. Analyzes how the die works before it is made, and finds potential
problems.
2. Identifies steps of die construction before any work starts, and organizes the steps of die construction in order to
avoid scheduling problems.
3. Performs most repair work [on dies] by planning the appropriate method (using own concepts), then subsequently
completing the job.
4. Operates all machines at their maximum rate of productivity, while holding tight tolerances.
5. Assumes responsibility for the different setups in grinding, milling and jig boring operations. Plans different styles of
setups as required.
6. Arranges layout of tool steel and related components on die set, and records instructions for drilling, sawing. Works
with EDM operators by giving oral or written burning instructions.
7. Assists with heat-treat and drawback of tool steel, making efficient use of oven time.
8. Assembles die using all necessary components when available, and substitutes when required.
9. Gains continuing understanding of the assembling of dies using all components necessary whether drawn [on a
print], planned or improvised.
10. Checks tool steel clearance. Checks timing of die (cutoff to form). Checks slug holes and other interference’s, and all
other die related operations.
11. Organizes time and material allotment for all their jobs.
12. Tests own dies, making sure they function properly and are ready for inspection by Quality Assurance.
13. Provides suggestions for saving time and problem solving.
14. Performs all duties in a safe manner, complying with the safety rules and regulations.
15. Maintains a safe and clean work area.
16. Uses Axapta software programs to enter time/payroll information, job information, etc.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Graduation from high school or equivalent.
Experience and Skills Required: At least one year of recent related tooling and shop experience which includes
the following skills and abilities:

1. Working knowledge of the production process and metal fabrication machines to aid in the continuous quality
improvement of the dies that he builds.
2. Strong working knowledge of the equipment, materials, methods and practices used in production tooling
operations.
3. Strong knowledge of related safety requirements to include proper us of safety equipment and proper safety
precautions.
4. Ability to understand, follow and issue routine oral and written instructions.
5. Ability to problem solve in the press area, with minimal help.
6. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
The qualifications listed above are guidelines. Other combinations of education and experience could provide the
necessary knowledge, skills and abilities to perform this job.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an
employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is
occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use of hands and fingers to, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with
hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must
occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance
vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee
encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of the job, the employee may
be exposed to weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Compensation Salary Range: OTC8 $29.07-$43.62 per hour. The range for this position is being displayed in compliance with all state and local regulations. Salaries are set based on a number of factors to include an individual's job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and education. This means that no two candidates are alike. Please keep in mind that the range mentioned above is the full base salary range for the role. Hiring at the maximum of the range would not be typical in order to allow for future & continued salary growth. The range provided above does not include additional compensation such as bonus, health benefits, vacation, 401(K) match, etc.

Salary : $29 - $44