Tool and Die Maker

Hours: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM (Potentially earlier for training)

Responsibilities:

• Set up and operate manual mills, lathes, drills, and other machinery under minimal supervision.
• Work with analog micrometers, ensuring precision within tenths and 50 millionths.
• Maintain extremely close tolerances and perform quality machining of various materials.
• Fabricate parts from raw materials based on blueprint specifications (no second-operation work).
• Perform prototype machining and research & development tasks requiring high precision.
• Plan and lay out work, determining necessary materials, machining sequences, and tooling requirements.
• Interpret blueprints, route sheets, and other specifications to determine job requirements.
• Compute accurate mathematical dimensions and use precision measuring instruments.
• Exercise considerable care in handling tools, equipment, materials, and machinery to prevent damage.
• Ensure adherence to all safety and quality standards.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent vocational training.
• Minimum of 8 years of machine shop experience, including machine programming.
• Experience working with tight tolerances and highly precise machining operations.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents, blueprints, and safety guidelines.
• Strong mathematical skills, including knowledge of proportions, percentages, geometry, and algebra.
• Proficiency in using shop mathematics, measuring tools, and precision instruments.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to adapt to non-standard machining challenges.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Basic computer skills for data entry and job tracking.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $27.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $27