Die Maker Job Description Sample

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Shift: 3rd shift (10:30pm–7:00am)

SUMMARY: Repair, maintain, and troubleshoot dies in tool room and punch press. Perform timely and accurate changeovers per production requirements.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (The following duties and responsibilities are all essential job functions as defined by the ADA, except those that begin with the word 'may".)

• Perform basic maintenance on existing dies; perform both planned and unplanned work within estimated times

• Troubleshoot basic die problems in the tool room and in the press

• Perform minor revisions and upgrades to dies

• Perform changeovers on dies to satisfy production requirements

• Proficient operation of all machines and tools necessary to perform die repair functions

• Complete paperwork including daily time cards, opening/closing a work order, completing tool room checklists

• Move parts and dies by hand, a hand truck, or a power truck

• Follows the Quality Management System requirements in the tool room and suggests ways for continual improvement.

• Promptly reports quality problems and shuts down the equipment if unable to resolve.

• Maintains a clean and orderly work area.

• Follows EHS rules and regulations, participates in safety meetings and CBT, and suggests ways for continual improvement.

• Promptly reports personal injuries and unsafe conditions and helps to resolve them.

• Performs related duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

• Successful completion of tool & die apprenticeship program

• Knowledge and understanding of stamping dies, die design, construction techniques, maintenance and troubleshooting

• Knowledge of punch press equipment and metal forming processes

• Ability to perform trigonometric calculations to accomplish the work needed to repair, maintain, build and revise all types of tooling

• Knowledge of function and safe operation of tool room machines

• Knowledge of basic maintenance, upkeep, and cleaning procedures for tool room machines

• Ability to read and interpret part and tool prints. Ability to read and understand press cards, procedures, work instructions, safety rules and warning signs

• Ability to use inspection tools such as micrometers, indicators, vernier calipers, etc.

• Knowledge and understanding of safe operation of hoists, hand trucks, power trucks, and die trucks; licensed in power truck operation

• Ability to use tool room software database

• Interpersonal skills necessary to exchange information with variety of staff

• Analytical abilities necessary to plan and prioritize own work, complete work on schedule and maintain required records and logs

REQUIREMENTS:

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to forty pounds on a daily basis.

• Ability to walk and move about, stoop and bend and climb (ascend and descend) power lift truck platform.

• Ability to stand for an eight hour shift.

• Ability to reach and grab with arms and hands, and manual dexterity to operate machines with precision.

• Normal or corrected vision necessary to read directions and closely examine parts; and to distinguish colors.

• Ability to pull, lift and transport dies on carts to and from various locations within the assigned location.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Works in areas that can be uncomfortable due to noise, odors

• Works regularly with machines where carelessness could result in cuts, bruises, burns or muscle pulls. Serious injuries can be avoided if established safety precautions are followed.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Set up and operate various machines consistent with the Tool & Die trade including but not limited to Lathes, Mills, Drills, Saws, Shapers, Die repair and rework, etc. in order to produce required product from prints, samples, and sketches.

• Reviews prints in order to plan sequence of operations required for job.

• Selects proper materials to be used including type of steel, machines, tooling, gauging instruments, etc.

• Uses various types of gauging and measuring instruments in order to check and dimensionally verify the

part being used.

• Assists in the design, manufacture and development of new tools or processes working closely with

• Engineering and other department personnel.

• Troubleshoots and develops corrective actions for tooling or process related problems on production

floor.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Qualified journeyman card holder, must have completed and provide evidence of having completed an approved apprentice program or have a minimum of 8 year's experience and be able to provide evidence of such.

• High school diploma required.

• Must possess own tools including but not limited to micrometers, depth mics, inside mics,

calipers, indicators, radius gages, etc.

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled

TOOL & DIE MAKER II

SUMMARY

Designs, machines, fits, assembles and finishes metal alloys to make and repair various types of tools, jigs, fixtures, punches, molds, gauges and types of intricate and complicated dies (sectional, progressive, compound ground, combinations blanking, piercing and forming, drawing and similar dies to high tolerances.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Studies blueprints of die and product, die models, templates, and prototype parts and visualizes shape, mechanical structure, and operation of die.

• Computes dimensions, plans machining, layout and assembly operations.

• Measures, marks, and scribes metal stock for machining.

• Sets up and operates machine tools such as lathe, milling machines, drill press and grinder.

• Manufacture parts to specifications and verifies conformance of machine parts to specifications.

• Verifies dimensions, clearances and alignment of members and parts in die.

• Dowels and bolts parts together.

• Fits and assembles cam operated mechanisms for lateral movements of die.

• Smoothes flat and contoured surfaces and fits parts to each other.

• Dismantles die and repairs or replaces parts.

• Ensures quality of parts before forwarding them to the next operation.

• Works to tolerances as close as 0.0005 inch.

• Other duties as assigned.

• Furnish own basic precision measuring tools

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• 3 to 5 years training in formal apprenticeship or postsecondary program or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• 5 years CNC experience.

• Ability to distinguish between different metals used in process.

• Working knowledge of basic metal cutting principles.

• Basic knowledge of tooling nomenclature.

• Basic knowledge of thread nomenclature.

• Minimum 1-year experience on conventional metal cutting machinery.

• Basic trigonometry.

• Minimum 1 year of EDM or WEDM experience preferred

• CAD experience and design preferred

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees of the organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Basic understanding of trigonometry.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Valid driver's license and a good driving record.

PHYSICAL 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.

• The employee may be asked to lift and/or move up to 60 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Typical machine

Job Description: Summary1.1Disassemble, clean, repair, perform necessary maintenance and reassemble molds.

Also disassemble and repair production equipment and recommend design changes. Fabricate components for molds and assembly equipment to print specification and dimensions.

Job DescriptionESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The essential functions of this position include but are not limited to:

Mold repair, disassemble molds without damage to components.

Clean mold plates and all components.

Polish cavities and cores as required.

Fabricate simple mold components or make simple repairs on machine tools as directed.

Assemble molds and components maintaining proper dimensional tolerances.

Must be able to trouble shoot and analyze problems with molds.

Reads and understands blueprints, sketches, and schematics, relating to tool room practices.

Plans and lays out work from oral or written specifications, using the necessary hand and machine tools, instruments and related equipment.

Makes necessary shop computations using metric, decimal, and fractional measures of length.

Has a complete knowledge of welding and tool room equipment and be capable of operating machines within the prescribed tolerance and allowances.

Organizes work flow when mass producing new or replacement parts for manufacturing equipment.

Works efficiently and cooperates with supervision and other fellow employees.

Maintains a reasonably clean work area and reports safety hazards to Supervision.

Performs any miscellaneous duties that might be assigned by Supervision.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

Other responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to:

Complies with all local, state, federal and BD safety regulations, policies/procedures.

Complies with all local BD quality policies/procedures/practices through consistent application of sound Quality Assurance principles. Performs other job related duties as assigned.

Observes all safety, environmental and quality system standards. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities.

To perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an 'at will' employment relationship.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED

Education

Requires a two-year degree from a Technical School in Mold Making, Mold Repair, or Machine Tool and Die. This requirement may be waived for appropriate experience.

Math skills needed: Competency in all basic math and working knowledge of higher math (including trig, algebra, and geometry). Knowledge of decimal system. Must be able to interpret readings from indicators, micrometers and assorted gauges.

Experience

One to two years of experience as mold repairman/Tool and Die.

Physical RequirementsLevel 4

Heavy Work: Exerting 50 to 100 pounds occasionally, or 25 to 50 pounds frequently, or 10 to 20 pounds constantly. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Medium Work.

Mental Requirements

Must be able to read, write and understand English. Must be able to read and understand blueprints, drawings, sketches, etc.

Equipment Use

Ability to operate all Tool Room equipment from small hand tools to large machines. Must be a licensed forklift operator.

Primary Work LocationUSA NE - Broken Bow

Additional Locations

Work Shift12 Hour Day Shift 5am-530 pm (United States of America)

Description:Independently performs non-routine and moderately complex assignments.

MFCPO

Basic Qualifications:

• Ability to run mills, lathes, welders, saws and grinders (manual and CNC)
• This facility requires special access and therefore all candidates must be a US Citizen.

Desired Skills:

Read and build tools from blue prints.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

job.Qualifications

Lockheed Martin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

As a leading technology innovation company, Lockheed Martin's vast team works with partners around the world to bring proven performance to our customers' toughest challenges. Lockheed Martin has employees based in many states throughout the U.S., and Internationally, with business locations in many nations and territories.

Join us at Lockheed Martin, where we're engineering a better tomorrow.

EXPERIENCE LEVEL:

Hourly/Non-Exempt

We are AAM. We have the POWER to move the world.

At AAM, we're looking for associates who push boundaries and drive solutions for the future. Innovators. Thinkers. Dreamers. Doers. No matter the role or function, every associate is a piece of what makes AAM great. We're growing and building #TeamAAM to be the best. Join us!

Tool Room Machinist/Tool and Die Maker

Required Skills:

• Knowledge in setting up and the operation of CNC Lathes

• Ability to complete simple mathematical computations

• Experience using calipers, micrometers and other gaging devices

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints

• Ability to troubleshoot and good problem solving skills

• GED or High school diploma

Desired Skills:

• High speed CNC lathes and Mills

• Ability to read and edit CNC programs

• Journeyman's Card or Similar Certification

About American Axle & Manufacturing

For over 20 years, customers around the world have entrusted AAM to design, engineer, validate and manufacture driveline, metal forming, powertrain, and casting technologies for automotive, commercial and industrial markets. Today, we are a premier global Tier 1 automotive supplier with broad capabilities across multiple product lines to deliver efficient, powerful and innovative solutions for our customers. We've earned the trust of our suppliers and our customers through our steadfast commitments to quality, operational excellence and technology leadership.

AAM delivers power. We deliver power literally through vehicle components, systems and innovation, but we also deliver power in ways unseen. We power our associates, their families, and the communities in which we operate. Our global team of over 25,000 associates has a clear vision of where AAM is going and how we are going to get there. After all, they are the reason we are a leader in the automotive industry. We are powering the future. We are AAM. Move with us, and join #TeamAAM.

AAM will not discriminate against any Associate or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. AAM will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that Associates are treated equally during employment, without regard to their age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. For the Disabled Job Seeker: We offer reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled individuals who are applicants for employment. To request assistance or accommodations, please e-mail aamhr@aam.com . AAM is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

We are AAM. We have the POWER to move the world.

At AAM, we're looking for associates who push boundaries and drive solutions for the future. Innovators. Thinkers. Dreamers. Doers. No matter the role or function, every associate is a piece of what makes AAM great. We're growing and building #TeamAAM to be the best. Join us!

CNC Tool & Die Maker

Auburn Hills Manufacturing Complex is looking for an experienced Tool & Die Maker. The chosen candidate must possess the following skills:

• Strong Blue Print Reading skills and working knowledge of GD&T

• Thorough understanding of NC programming (reading of programs, editing ability)

• Working knowledge of cutting tools

• Basic measurement skills including but not limited to reading micrometers, dial indicators, and height stands

• Machine setup skills, including touching tools off and setting machine zero coordinates

• Basic math skills

• Ability to indicate fixtures and parts in to zero or an acceptable tolerance

• Ability to bore jaws on a lathe without programming or engineering support to maintain less than .001" concentricity

• Awareness of different controller types. Must have Fanuc control experience.

• Lathe and Mill setup experience (other equipment a plus)

The following skills are preferred:

• CNC programming, cam software.

• Macro programming ability

• Advanced tooling knowledge (chip breakers, insert grade, type)

• Metallurgy knowledge

• Ability to interpret CMM reports

• Working knowledge of machine parameters

Requirements:

• Must be 18 years or older

• High School Diploma or GED required

• 3 years Tool & Die experience

• Ability to work well with others

• Good communication skills

About American Axle & Manufacturing

For over 20 years, customers around the world have entrusted AAM to design, engineer, validate and manufacture driveline, metal forming, powertrain, and casting technologies for automotive, commercial and industrial markets. Today, we are a premier global Tier 1 automotive supplier with broad capabilities across multiple product lines to deliver efficient, powerful and innovative solutions for our customers. We've earned the trust of our suppliers and our customers through our steadfast commitments to quality, operational excellence and technology leadership.

AAM delivers power. We deliver power literally through vehicle components, systems and innovation, but we also deliver power in ways unseen. We power our associates, their families, and the communities in which we operate. Our global team of over 25,000 associates has a clear vision of where AAM is going and how we are going to get there. After all, they are the reason we are a leader in the automotive industry. We are powering the future. We are AAM. Move with us, and join #TeamAAM.

AAM will not discriminate against any Associate or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. AAM will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that Associates are treated equally during employment, without regard to their age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. For the Disabled Job Seeker: We offer reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled individuals who are applicants for employment. To request assistance or accommodations, please e-mail aamhr@aam.com . AAM is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Our search firm has been chosen to recruit for an experienced Tool and Die Maker, direct hire opportunity.

Our client is a leader in the development and production of quality metal parts, assemblies and modules, fluid management systems, and complex aluminum products focused primarily on the automotive sector. They deliver outstanding quality products and services to their customers, provide meaningful opportunity, job satisfaction, and job security for their employees, and they're a positive contributor to their community.

Job Summary:

• Maintain physical plant and equipment to ensure 100% production up-time.
• Maintain, PM and build robust tooling for equipment.
• Safety of all manufacturing equipment and facilities in the plant

Desired Qualifications:

• Tool & Die Maker certificate and/or equivalent 5 years of related work experience or equivalent
• Good English Communication Skills (oral and written)
• Thorough knowledge of blue print reading and interpretation
• Thorough knowledge of operating tool room and production equipment (grinding, milling, lathe)
• Possess good mathematical and mechanical aptitude
• Knowledge of GD+T
• Excellent trouble shooting for dies, cutting tools, (end forming, crimping and bending an asset)

Responsibilities:

• Develop dies, tools and processes as required
• To build replacement tools and dies for production use as required or internally capable
• Provide assistance, guidance and advice to Junior Tool & Die Makers and Apprentices as required
• Liaise with internal departments for design input, fabrication and modifications to tools and dies
• Ensure timely completion of repairs, new dies, tooling, fixtures etc as required so production is not interrupted
• Ensure preventative maintenance program are done on tools and dies based on assigned schedules
• Trouble shooting of tools and record keeping of tool development and troubleshooting
• Follow MCPC when working on production concerns, complete paperwork to close protocols.
• Follow all lock out/tag out procedures as required
• Responsible to maintain good housekeeping on work area and die parts at all times
• Follow company policies on Health, Safety & Environment and PPE requirements
• Contribute to the continuous improvement initiatives on all aspect of the job
• Any other duties as needed

Location:
Hopkinsville, KY
Shift:
3rd Shift

Salary: $24-$28 per hour, depending on experience

Benefits:

• Health Insurance
• Paid Vacation
• 11 Paid Holidays
• 401k with Match

Established international company has an opportunity at a high volume plant commutable to the east of Columbia, SC for a Tool & Die Maker to maintain, troubleshoot, repair and improve plastic injection molds. Will manufacture new and replacement parts for equipment of various kinds using manual and CNC controlled machines. There is bonus potential to 7% associated with the position and it is a 1st shift opportunity.

• GED / High School Diploma
• Must be able to trim and fit components with hand tools
• Need experience with pneumatics, hydraulics and basic electrical
• Must be able to read and understand analog and digital measuring tools
• Need basic computer skills
• Basic math is required along with Trigonometry
• Need also to be able to read and work from engineering drawings
• Skilled with forklift, pallet jack / part handling with overhead cranes
• Must have experience with the metric system
• Needed is at least 2 years related tool & die making experience in manufacturing
• Also need basic comprehension of sensors and controls