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Journeyman Tool & Die A - 1st Shift (6:45am-3:15pm)

Perlick
Milwaukee, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 4/15/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/14/2026
Vision Statement: Helping the world serve better.

Mission Statement: (We Aim) To build the best bar in the world and be irreplaceable by delivering the Total Perlick Experience.

Perlick Values: Lead By Serving – others before self, Grow by Innovation – solutions that exceed our customers’ expectations, Continuous Improvement – strive to get better every day, Live the Legacy – maintain our positive reputations with the future in mind

Principal Duties & Reponsibilities

  • Plan, layout and perform machining operations and bench work to construct, alter and repair tools, dies, fixtures, jigs, attachments, mechanisms, molds, gauges, etc., of complicated and involved design and purpose to close and exacting tolerances and finish requirements.
  • Organize and determine work procedures and sequences; select material in accordance with specifications and layout project components for machining operations.
  • Perform difficult machining operations requiring complicated and unusual setups necessitating frequent improvisations and adaptations of tooling and machines to perform work beyond the normal range and capacity of available machine tools.
  • Construct temporary fixtures and jigs, grind special purpose tools; improvise measuring devices to check components and project assemblies.
  • Perform critical bench operations to construct and finish projects to involve polishing, fitting, timing and calibrating mechanisms.
  • In absence of specifications or design detail, proceed from own conception, select materials, dimensional allowances for fits and tolerances, material treatment methods, etc.
  • Set up and operate machine tools to perform close and exacting operations on such machines as horizontal and vertical mills, engine and tracer lathes, shaper, planer, grinders, drill presses, power saws to produce turning and forming tools, dies for power presses, jigs and fixtures for welding and assembly, etc.
  • Select speeds, feeds and operational methods and improvise methods and tooling for special adaptations when required.
  • Heat treat tool and die sections in accordance with specifications and prescribed procedures.
  • Grind, sharpen, recondition and repair cutting and forming tools and dies and replace worn or damaged sections when necessary; assist in repair of production machine tools
  • Work from drawings, specifications, templates, samples and from general verbal description and suggestion to design, create and produce the required tools and dies.
  • Set up new or modified tools and dies in production machines for train runs and instruct Foreman or Machine Operators on the use, care and operational methods and procedures.
  • Work from complicated drawings, sketches, handbook formulae and specifications.
  • Use scales, squares, calipers, micrometers, verniers, indicators, precision blocks, sine bars, parallels, etc., to layout work, make setups, operate machines and check work.
  • Assume responsibility for the quality of workmanship, dimensional accuracy and efficient mechanical operation of assigned projects.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

  • Requires a broad knowledge of tool making and machining technology, mechanical principles, advanced mathematics, layout and precision measuring procedures, material characteristics and treatment applications usually acquired through four years of vocational or high school supplemented by a four year accredited Tool, Dies and Gauge Maker apprenticeship plus five or more years of diversified tool, die and gauge making experience.

Core Competencies

  • Exhibits core cultural behaviors that reflect Perlick’s values to support our mission and vision.
  • Being Resilient: Demonstrates composure and professionalism under difficult circumstances. Bounces back from setbacks or adversity. Maintains productivity under stress or pressure. Overcomes obstacles and learns from failures.
  • Drives Engagement: Celebrates others’ successes. Helps others see why the work matters. Shares involvement and visibility with others. Draws a link between the work and own motivation.
  • Plans and Aligns: Aligns own work plans and priorities with those of other units. Balances the need for adequate planning with the need for action. Creates a realistic timeline with steps outlined in the right sequence. Anticipates and minimizes bottlenecks or delays.
  • Self-Development: Shows personal commitment and takes action to continuously improve. Accepts assignments that broaden capabilities. Learns from new experiences, from others, and from structured learning. Makes the most of available development resources.

PHYSICAL/SENSORY 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.

  • Daily work may include sitting, bending, standing, crouching, reaching, and some lifting (up to 25 lbs.).

Perlick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. Perlick does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status.

Sponsorship and/or relocation is not available for this position.

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