Die Maker

Stellantis•Sterling Heights, MI

11d

About The Position

Die Makers produce dies and specialized parts and devices used on manufacturing machines in an automotive manufacturing plant. The role involves analyzing specifications, laying out metal stock, setting up and operating machine tools, and fitting and assembling parts to make and repair dies, jigs, fixtures, gauges, and hand tools. Work may require interpreting specifications, blueprints, manufacturers' manuals, sketches, and similar documents. The Die Maker plans operation sequences and required materials, using knowledge of computer technologies such as computer-aided design (CAD) and computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) to design and create manufacturing instructions. The position also tests and inspects completed dies to ensure they match the original design and function properly. Excellent communication and problem-solving skills are required.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
Basic knowledge of mathematics, algebra, and physics.
At least four years of combined experience and training similar to that required in a bona fide Die Maker apprenticeship; or a U.S. Department of Labor Completion of Apprenticeship Certificate as a Die Maker; or eight years of documented Die Maker experience; or five years of documented Die Maker experience and three years in a related trade.
Experience as a Die Maker or Tool & Die Maker in a manufacturing environment.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Ability to work from blueprints, drawings, layouts, and other specifications to plan fabrication sequences.
Ability to visualize and compute dimensions, sizes, shapes, and tolerances from specifications.
Ability to operate conventional or CNC machine tools, including lathes, milling machines, CNC machines, and grinders.
Ability to file, grind, shim, and adjust parts to fit together; fit and assemble parts using machine tools and hand tools.
Ability to lift, position, and secure machine parts using hoists, vises, V-blocks, or angle plates.
Ability to use measuring and layout instruments such as protractors, micrometers, scribes, and rulers.
Ability to use power saws, power shears, and hand tools to cut and shape stock.
Ability to perform the listed job duties with or without reasonable accommodation.
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of G-Suite.

Responsibilities

Analyze specifications and lay out metal stock.
Set up and operate machine tools to fabricate parts and dies.
Fit and assemble parts to make, repair, or modify dies, jigs, fixtures, gauges, and hand tools.
Interpret blueprints, drawings, layouts, manufacturers' manuals, sketches, and other specifications.
Plan sequences of operations and materials required for fabrication, using relevant CAD or CAM knowledge to design and create manufacturing instructions.
Test completed dies to ensure parts meet specifications and make adjustments as necessary.
Inspect finished dies for smoothness, contour conformity, and defects.
Measure, mark, and scribe metal or plastic stock for machining.
Cut, shape, and trim blanks or blocks to specified dimensions.
Design jigs, fixtures, and templates used as work aids.
Select materials based on properties such as hardness and heat tolerance.
Set up and operate drill presses to drill and tap holes for assembly.
Perform related incidental tasks as needed to complete the larger task.
Work any shift and overtime, including daily overtime, weekends, and holidays, as required.