Tool & Die Maker

Gordon Aluminum Industries INC•Schofield, WI

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Department Manager, the primary purpose of the Tool & Die Maker position is to support and assist production through building and maintaining new and existing production tooling and fixtures. The Tool & Die Maker will act in a manner that is consistent with Gordon Aluminum’s Customer 1st Philosophy.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Minimum of six months on-the-job training.
Proficiency with 3 axis mills, manual lathes, 3 axis surface grinders, bench grinders, hand tools, heat treatment furnaces and other equipment.
Ability to read and evaluate blueprints, including the use and understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
Ability to write simple correspondence.
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.
Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Wear required safety equipment when on the shop floor.
Regularly required to talk or hear; walk; use hands or fingers to handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms.
Frequently required to stand.
Occasionally required to sit or stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.

Nice To Haves

A basic understanding of hydraulic and electrical schematics is encouraged.
Technical degree in tool and die making preferred.

Responsibilities

Program and operate CNC and manual equipment to efficiently machine and fabricate new production fixtures.
Read and evaluate blueprints, including the use and understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance.
Produce quality fixtures and tooling that meet print expectations and tolerances.
Apply knowledge of production machining techniques and processes to ensure fixtures are built with production quality and process capability in mind.
Troubleshoot problems and identify potential solutions.
Plumb pneumatic or hydraulic fixtures, assemble or disassemble dies, troubleshoot and repair equipment made by GAI staff and support maintenance staff as needed through manufacturing components or parts on request.
Ensure proper maintenance of the department’s equipment and maintain a safe and clean work environment.
Take initiative, promptly seeking his or her next task, requiring minimal supervision.
Perform all work-related tasks in a manner that is in compliance with all Federal, State, and local standards and regulations.
Adhere to Company policies, procedures, and directives regarding safety and standards of workplace behavior, in completing job duties and assignments.