What are the responsibilities and job description for the Die Maker Apprentice position at Dienamic Tooling Systems (DTS)?
Job title: Apprentice – Die Maker
Reports to: Foreman
Supervisory responsibilities: None.
Summary/objective: Dienamic Tooling Systems (DTS) is looking for a Tool and Die Apprentice to add to their team! DTS’s program is registered through the Department of Labor. The ideal candidate would have basic machine shop experience, good work ethic, and the ability to stay focused on tasks. Throughout their time in the apprenticeship program, the Apprentice would learn how to properly assist the Tool and Die Makers in analyzing specifications, laying out metal stock, setting up and operating machine tools, fitting/assembling parts to fabricate, and repairing/building dies.
Essential functions:
Attend and successfully complete all required apprenticeship classes
Learn and successfully demonstrate ability to operate all required machines, tools, and equipment
Assist with die construction and tryout
Maintain appropriate tools
Follow all safety rules and report unsafe work conditions to management
Keep current on tool calibration
Keep work area clean
Regularly attend work during scheduled work hours
Perform other job functions as required
Ability to work nights, come in early and stay late as needed
Required competency, education, and experience:
Candidate must have high school diploma/GED
Valid drivers license
Preferred education and experience:
Machining experience/basic knowledge
Work environment: Manufacturing environment.
Physical Demands:
Ability to use all limbs
Ability to lift and move up to 30 pounds
Ability to receive and carry-out both oral and written instructions safely and efficiently
Ability to read, write, and speak English
Ability to wear required PPE
Position type and expected hours of work: Full time. Shifts and schedules vary.
Travel: None.
Compensation/Benefits: DTS offers a competitive compensation and benefits package which includes competitive pay, dental insurance, vision insurance, health insurance, short term disability, long term disability, company paid life insurance, voluntary life insurance, 401(k) plan with match, education reimbursement, paid vacation and holidays, and flex spending.
Other duties: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
DTS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. DTS does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.