We offer our employees a full benefit package including paid vacation, holidays, medical, dental, vision. disability, critical care, accident, life insurance and 401k.
Job Summary
- This position will report directly to the Tool & Die Manager.
- Supports production by repairing dies; machining parts and assisting with set-ups.
- The perfect candidate for our Tool & Die shop must be familiar with every aspect of the Tool & Die Practices including but not limited to: the use of saws, lathes, mills, grinders and both manual and CNC,.
- The individual must be willing to fill any vacant position in the department as well as showing improvement in our focus on Safety, Quality, 5S, and other performance driven systems.
- Develops die function and structure by studying blueprints of die, product, and prototypes; applying knowledge of material under stress, machining and assembly methods, and mathematics.
- Machines parts by measuring, marking, and scribing stock; setting up and operating lathe, mill, radial drill, shaper, grinder, etc.
- Confirms parts by comparing measurements to specifications.
- Assembles die by shaping, smoothing, and fitting parts with grinders, files, stones, etc.
- Confirms assembly by verifying dimensions, clearances, and alignment of parts and components with micrometers, thickness gauges, gauge blocks, dial indicators, etc.
- Completes assembly by bolting and doweling parts and components together with hammers, wrenches, etc.; connecting wiring and hydraulic lines.
- Confirms performance of die by installing die; inspecting operation of die; making adjustments; comparing finished product to specifications.
- Maintains continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
- Candidate should possess a high school diploma or GED, Machinist 1 and Tool & Die certification or journeyman card. The incumbent must have at least 5 years' experience or more in the machining field.