Tool and Die Maker

Flex-N-Gate•Royal Oak, MI

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Flex-N-Gate is a leading manufacturer and supplier of components for the automotive industry. This role requires the layout of simple dies from prints or sketches and the ability to lay out and complete any information lacking in the print or, in some cases, to develop and make the set complete from the part drawing. The operation requires the ability to plan and perform the fabrication and/or repair of all types of dies, die sets, and similar devices.

Requirements

Journeyman Card Required.
At least eight years of experience (normally six years of tool and die making and completion of a recognized apprenticeship program).
Ability to use all tool room tools and machine shop equipment, such as lathe, mill, shaper, drill press, bank filer, radial drill, disc sander and grinder, jig borer, etc.
Competent use of precision measuring instruments such as gauges, calipers, micrometer, height gauge, etc.
Experience with TIG welding.
Work with metal materials.
Work to tolerances of .0005 inch when required.
Shop mathematics, including trigonometry.
Ability to interpret complicated blueprints.
Lifting of heavy material.
High School and/or GED and related vocational schooling.
Ability to work in an environment with welding fumes from robots.
Ability to lift, twist, bend, squat, kneel, climb, stand and walk continuously in close, confined surroundings.

Responsibilities

Plan and perform the fabrication and/or repair of all types of dies, die sets, and similar devices.
Layout of simple dies from prints or sketches.
Complete any information lacking in the print or develop and make the set complete from the part drawing.
Keep machine and immediate work area clean, free from obstructions, and in an orderly condition.
Lift, twist, bend, squat, kneel, climb, stand, and walk continuously in close, confined surroundings.
Demonstrate good attendance.
Work mandatory overtime as required, 6-7 days per week.