Tool and Die Maker - 2nd and 3rd Shift
About The Position
The Tool and Die Maker at InSinkErator specializes in the skilled tasks of constructing, modifying, maintaining, calibrating, and repairing machine shop tools, dies, jigs, and fixtures. This role involves working with engineers and tool designers to develop and modify tools, and requires working from blueprints, specifications, and diagrams. The individual assesses complex specifications and applies knowledge of tool and die design and construction, shop mathematics, metal properties, and layout, machining, and assembly procedures to fabricate and repair metalworking dies, cutting tools, jigs and fixtures, gauges, and machinists' hand tools. This position has current openings on 2nd and 3rd Shift with a wage range of $40.41 - 45.39, plus shift differential for 2nd and 3rd.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Tool & Die State Apprenticeship Certificate or Minimum 5 Years Equivalent Experience
- Familiarity with stamping dies of all types.
Nice To Haves
- Progressive and/or transfer die knowledge is a plus.
- ProtoTrak or other CNC experience is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Fabricates and repairs metalworking dies, cutting tools, jigs, fixtures, gauges, and machinists' hand tools. This includes laying out metal stock, preparing and operating machine tools, and fitting and assembling parts.
- Studies specifications (blueprints, sketches, models) to visualize the product, determine materials, and select machines. Computes dimensions, plans layout, and determines the assembly method and sequence of operations.
- Measures, marks, and scribes metal stock. Sets up and operates various machine tools, such as lathes, milling machines, shapers, and grinders, to machine parts. Lifts and secures machined parts for work.
- Smoothes flat and contoured surfaces using scrapers, abrasive stones, and power grinders. Fits and assembles parts using hand tools. Verifies dimensions, alignments, and clearances using precision instruments, including dial indicators, gauge blocks, and micrometers.
- Complies with all safety and work rules and regulations for the assigned area, following all required safety practices.
- Troubleshoots and repairs dies and tooling on the production floor, often working with presses.
Benefits
- Competitive wage range of $37.04/hour - $42.03/hour based skill/years of experience.
- Up to a $4,000 Sign-On Bonus ($2000 paid at 60 days, $2000 at 120 days).
- Multiple shift opportunities across operations, including 2nd Shift and 3rd Shift
- Up to 120 hours of Paid Time Off (PTO) in your first year (prorated based on your start date).
- 12 paid holidays per year.
- Opportunities for voluntary overtime to boost your weekly earnings.
- Comprehensive healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug plans) starting on your first day on the job—no waiting period.
- Company-matched 401(k) retirement savings.
- Life insurance coverage.
- Exclusive employee discounts across Whirlpool Corporation’s full suite of home appliance brands.
- Company-provided annual safety shoe credit to order safety footwear with zero out-of-pocket cost for standard models.
- Work in comfort year-round in our fully air-conditioned manufacturing plant.
- Operate state-of-the-art production line technology in a safe, clean, and organized environment.
- Work in a highly collaborative, supportive plant culture centered on continuous improvement and mutual success.
- Company-funded tuition assistance for technical training, certifications, and degree programs.
- Structured internal bidding and advancement into technical, leadership, quality auditing, and skilled trade positions.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
