Tool and Die Maker

Howmet Aerospace • Brea, CA

2d • $25 - $42

About The Position

The Tool and Die Maker sets up and operates conventional and CNC machines and lays out and fabricates tools, dies, special machines, machine modifications, fixtures, and K-Fast tooling. The role develops products using exotic and composite materials while meeting established quality standards, and has moderate control to make process adjustments after tasks are assigned.

The position includes proving out, testing, debugging, and reworking tooling and specialized equipment; performing precision machining and inspections; recommending design or process changes; and supporting apprentices and less experienced employees. The employee also maintains equipment and a clean, safe work area and handles materials weighing up to 30 pounds.

The position offers competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package available on the first day of hire. The stated salary range is $24.70–$41.99.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• 5–7 years of experience in a tool room environment or equivalent previous experience with a fastener manufacturing company.
• Ability to troubleshoot and solve problems at the most advanced level.
• Working knowledge of ferrous and non-ferrous metals and their alloys.
• Advanced troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical documents, safety procedures, and work instructions.
• Proficiency in basic math, precision measurements, and completing production documentation.
• Effective verbal communication and computer skills.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; employment eligibility verification is required at hire, and visa sponsorship is unavailable.
• Ability to perform the physical, mental, and emotional duties of the position safely, appropriately, and effectively.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Syteline Manufacturing software.

Responsibilities

• Determine the layout, fabrication, and assembly of complex tools, dies, special machines, machine modifications, fixtures, and K-Fast tooling using prints, drawings, sketches, and verbal instructions.
• Set up and operate conventional and CNC lathes, mills, grinders, honing machines, center laps, and other specialized equipment.
• Perform complex machining operations to produce tooling and components to exact dimensional and tolerance requirements.
• Perform detailed layouts for tooling and components and develop sketches for tooling designs, part development, and progressions.
• Work with exotic and composite materials and apply specialized processes, including EDM, grinding, jig boring, welding, and heat treatment, as required.
• Prove, test, debug, and rework tooling and special equipment; make process adjustments and resolve tooling and machining issues.
• Recommend tooling design revisions, material substitutions, and alternative fabrication methods; construct temporary tooling for short production runs as required.
• Use precision measuring instruments and inspection equipment to verify tooling and components meet dimensional and quality requirements.
• Train and provide guidance to Tool & Die apprentices and employees with less experience or skill.
• Perform routine maintenance on machines and equipment, including changing grinding wheels.
• Safely lift and transport materials, tooling, and parts weighing up to 30 pounds.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area and equipment while following applicable safety procedures.
• Perform other duties of equal or lesser skill as assigned.

Benefits

• Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, available day one of hire.
• 401(k) matching program.
• Paid holidays and vacation.
• Opportunities for career progression.
• Community engagement activities.
• Flexible schedules contingent upon role and location.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED