Tool Maker

General Description: Looking for a tool maker with final fit and finish experience specializes in the high-precision, hands-on assembly and refinement of tools, dies, molds, and gauges. Capable of working with manual tools to achieve micron-level perfection, ability to work directly from 2D/3D blueprints without needing step-by-step instructions.

Key Duties/Responsibilities:

·        Drill press operations of drilling, tapping and chamfering

·        Plate de-burring and straightening (Up to 24" x 24" plates)

·        Learning machine shop operations

·        Operate manual machining centers (Bridgeport, Surface Grinder, DoAll Tool Grinder, etc.)

·        Operate machine shop hand equipment (Drills, Surface and Hand Grinders, Cut Off Saw, etc.)

·        Operate CNC Lathe / Mill

·        Operate CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine)

·        Use various measuring equipment (Micrometers, Calipers, Shadowgraph, etc.)

·        Perform and document in-process inspection

·        Assemble molds

·        Mold maintenance and repair

·        Read and understand Cad Drawings

·        Ability to work with very tight tolerances

·        Lift and carry 5-25 pounds on a regular basis

·        Work while standing for extended periods of time

·        Regular and consistent attendance

Additional Duties & Responsibilities:

·        Keep work area orderly

·        Other duties as assigned by supervisor 

Prerequisite Qualifications:

·        Two (2) years Technical College or Equivalent Experience

·        Machine shop skills or experience a plus

·        Computer literate in Master Cam, Excel and Word

·        Willing to learn new skills and attend schooling if required

·        Work as a team member and follow established procedures in a new, well equipped, fast paced tool room

·        Ability to manage time effectively and meet productivity expectations and deadlines

·        Self-Motivator

·        Team Player