Metal Stamping Tool & Die Maker

ClarkDietrich•Warren, OH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Tool & Die Technician is responsible for press and die setup to meet daily production run schedules and customer requirements in a fast paced environment. This includes die maintenance and repair as required to ensure efficient operation.

Requirements

Basic mathematical skills, addition, subtraction, multiplication and changing fractions into decimals.
Tool and Die experience required.
Mechanical press knowledge required.
Ability to problem solve.
Able to work in a team environment.
High School Diploma or GED preferred.
Prior manufacturing experience.
Technical School or equivalent experience.
Ability to read a tape measure, caliper and micrometer accurately.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of servo driven feeders and control systems a plus.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate knowledge and ability to change dies in multiple press sizes.
Operate safely and effectively all shop equipment including lathe, drill press, saws, surface grinder, mills, and heat treat oven.
Read prints to repair, setup, or manufacture dies accordingly.
Use sketches, blueprints, specifications and models to plan operations for the fabrication of dies, tools and assemblies.
Verify dimensions of finished parts to ensure they conform to specifications using dial indicators, gauge blocks, calipers and micrometers.
Utilize hand and machine tools to assemble parts of tools and dies and to repair and modify gauges, jigs and dies.
Design templates and jigs to be used as work aids for convenient fabrication of products and parts.
Diagnose and troubleshoot problems and perform repairs on tools, manually operated dies and progressive dies.
Interface with external and internal customers, and work with team members to solve problems during the production process.
Select the appropriate metals and materials to be used based on properties, ensuring they meet project specifications.
Troubleshoot die and press setup issues throughout production runs.
Works safely and follows all safety rules and operational procedures.
Properly inspects and maintains necessary equipment and tools.
Wears and maintains all required PPE.
Understands all safety devices and their operation.
Keeps Tool & Die department clean, organized and safe.