Tool & Die Maker

Astronics Corporation • Clackamas, OR

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About The Position

PECO-Astronics, located in Clackamas, Oregon, designs and manufactures engineered commercial aerospace interior components and systems, including Passenger Service Units and fuel tank access doors. The Tool & Die Maker keeps tooling operable and performs the repairs, modifications, and construction of molds, dies, tooling, and fixtures for the facility. The role requires independent work, a strong mechanical background, and working knowledge of engineering and design. The position may involve access to items subject to U.S. export-control laws, and employment is contingent on authorization to access those items where required. An offer is also contingent on successfully passing pre-employment background and drug screenings, including cannabis.

Requirements

• Previous experience, education, and/or training in tool making is required.
• Ability to apply common-sense understanding to written, oral, mathematical, diagram, or schedule instructions and deal with abstract and concrete variables.
• Ability to solve and define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to work with probability, statistical inference, plane and solid geometry, and trigonometry.
• Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds or more.
• Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including frequent standing and walking; handling or feeling objects; reaching; and occasional sitting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
• Required vision abilities include near and distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work independently without instruction.
• Analyze and resolve problems related to tooling performance.
• Interpret specifications and maintain liaisons with Engineering.
• Operate machine tools, accessories, and processes, including casting, coining, and molding.
• Work with a variety of steels, plastics, and composites.
• Apply knowledge of heat treating metals, including tool steels.
• Apply working familiarity with pneumatics and hydraulics.
• Attend Quality Manual Standards Training and apply quality standards.
• Observe safety and security procedures, report potentially unsafe conditions, and use equipment and materials properly.
• Maintain a clean work area.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed