Tool and Die Maker

Job Opportunity: Springfield, OH

Our client is looking to hire a Tool and Die Maker. Our client is a large family oriented company that is focused on manufacturing different component parts while also handling welding, assembly, metal spinning. They have cut cost for numerous customers that has put the company on a growth track for several decades.

The Tool and Die Maker will be responsible for supporting the tooling department and production department by machining parts to repair metal stamping dies and tooling.

Job Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 5-10 years of Tool and Die experience.
• Prior experience in manufacturing environment required.
• Experience with operations of various machinery (lathes, mills, grinders, etc.) required.
• Able to read blueprints, and have working knowledge of mathematical problems as it relates to metal stamping Dies and tooling.

Job Responsibilities/duties:

• Troubleshoots and repairs production dies and tools.
• Operates machinery (precision and hand tools) required to build necessary parts or repair parts.
• Knowledgeable in most toolroom machinery.
• Repair and install die sensor and safety devices. Lays out, fits, and assembles parts to make and repair cutting tools, jigs, fixtures, gauges, etc.
• Studies blueprint to determine machining to be done and plans layout and process.
• Has knowledge of stamping dies (Blanking, forming, drawing) understands die timing, Pad travels, stripper and binder pad travels/pressures and timing.
• In press and on bench (Toolroom) die troubleshooting is required.
• In press die, sensor and tooling adjustments, troubleshooting and changes will be required.
• Must have own measurement and hand tools to perform the required duties.
• Tig (toolroom) welding experience is preferred but not required.
• Must be able to work well and communicate with other shifts (verbal or written).
• Must be able to work with production supervisors, team leads, and production associates.
• Uses precision and non-precision measuring instruments/tools to verify dimensions and alignments.
• Disassembles dies if necessary; to repair, sharpen, check clearances (cutting or forming) or strengthen die attributes.
• Maintains clean and orderly work area.
• Performs duties in a safe manner with attention to quality.
• Operates forklift and overhead cranes.
• Lock out/tag out is required to do press calls.
• All other related duties as assigned by toolroom supervisor and management.

Physical Demands:

• Frequent bending, stretching, and prolonged standing.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs. continuously throughout the shift.
• Hand eye coordination and manual dexterity.