What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tool and Die Maker position at Metalsa?
Job Overview
We are seeking a skilled Tool and Die Maker to join our manufacturing team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in machining and fabrication, with the ability to create precision tools and dies used in the production process. This role requires expertise in operating various machinery and tools while adhering to safety standards and quality control measures.
Responsibilities
- Design, fabricate, and repair precision tools, dies, and fixtures based on specifications.
- Operate machinery including lathes, milling machines, and electrical discharge machining equipment.
- Utilize AutoCAD for creating schematics and detailed drawings of tooling designs.
- Employ precision measuring instruments such as calipers to ensure accuracy in dimensions.
- Program CNC machines for automated tool production.
- Collaborate with engineers and production staff to troubleshoot issues and improve processes.
- Maintain a clean and organized workspace while following safety protocols.
- Weld components as necessary to complete tooling projects.
Qualifications
- Proven experience as a Tool and Die Maker or similar role in a manufacturing environment.
- Proficiency in operating lathes, milling machines, and other relevant machinery.
- Strong understanding of programming CNC machines.
- Familiarity with AutoCAD software for design purposes.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
- Experience with precision measuring instruments is essential.
- Knowledge of electrical discharge machining techniques is a plus.
- Strong attention to detail with a commitment to producing high-quality work.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
Join us in our mission to deliver exceptional quality products through skilled craftsmanship and innovative manufacturing techniques.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $38.10 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid jury duty
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Relocation assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Afternoon shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Extended hours
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- Night shift
- Overnight shift
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Electrical discharge machining: 5 years (Preferred)
- CNC: 5 years (Preferred)
- Die repair: 5 years (Required)
- Blueprint reading: 5 years (Required)
- LOTO: 5 years (Required)
Shift availability:
- Night Shift (Required)
- Overnight Shift (Required)
- Day Shift (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Elizabethtown, KY (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Elizabethtown, KY: Relocate with an employer provided relocation package (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $38
