Tool and Die Maker

Simpson Strong-Tie•McKinney, TX

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Simpson Strong-Tie is a leader in engineered structural connectors, software, and solutions for the building industry. We maintain a reputation as a trusted manufacturer, partner, and corporate citizen committed to our customers and employees. Our founder, Barc Simpson established 9 Principles of Business we live out as company values and have made Simpson Strong-Tie an inspiring place to work since 1956. Our team of talented people are dedicated to our shared mission: to provide solutions that help people design and build safer, stronger structures. Learn about our company culture directly from our team. As a Tool & Die Maker you will support manufacturing by constructing and machining details for dies. You will be responsible for repairing and building dies as well as prototypes. You will operate tool room machinery to finish precision details used to repair and maintain dies. Tool and Die Makers assists in troubleshooting die issues at the press to maintain quality and production. You understand die functions and structure by studying prints of die, products, and prototypes; apply knowledge of materials, machining concepts and assembly methods, and mathematics.

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of progressive dies and tools experience.
Ability to work with AutoCAD is a plus.
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
Ability to be self-directed to solve issues and work independently.
Display a high level of initiative and effort.
Ability to experiment with new ideas, methodologies, and procedures.
Ability to interact effectively with other technicians, employees, and vendors.
Ability to diligently attend to details and pursue quality in accomplishing tasks.
Stand, walk, see, talk and hear.
Occasionally sit.
Operate large equipment while standing for approximately 8-12 hours, regularly twisting and bending in a repetitive motion.
Frequently lift, carry, push and pull materials and objects weighing up to 50 pounds, and heavier weights with proper equipment.
Successful drug screen and criminal background check, in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree (AA) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school preferred.

Responsibilities

Select, dress, set up, and use grinding wheels for surface grinding, and form grinding. Hand grind, polish and finish die components.
Perform die maintenance such as cleaning, inspection, sharpening, and preventive maintenance. Die repair, reconstruction and restoration of damaged dies as needed.
Machines parts by using lathe, mill, drill press, and other typical shop equipment.
Confirm assembly by verifying dimensions, clearances, and alignment of parts and components with micrometers, thickness gauges, gauge blocks, and dial indicators. Confirm performance of die at the press, check clearances, inspect operation, make adjustments, and compare finished product to specifications.