Tool Maker II

Mw Industries • Seymour, CT

118d

About The Position

This position would work with various departments to improve or make different types of tools that enable the production processes to be as efficient as possible.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience creating tools, dies, jigs, and fixtures.
• Successful completion of an apprentice program with a licensed professional or established company preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to safely and accurately operate all measuring and production equipment.
• Working understanding of geometry, trigonometry, and algebra.
• Thorough understanding of metallic properties.
• Ability to work independently, and with engineers and machinists.
• Proficient with computer-aided design (CAD) software.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints, sketches, or computer-aided design (CAD) and computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) files.
• Set up, operate, and disassemble conventional, manual, automatic, and CNC machine tools.
• Align, secure, and adjust cutting tools and work pieces—monitor the feed and speed of machines.
• Turn, mill, drill, shape, and grind machine parts to specifications—file, grind, and adjust parts so that they fit together properly.
• Measure, examine, and test completed products for defects—test completed tools and dies to ensure that they meet specifications.
• Smooth and polish the surfaces of parts or products, tools and dies—present finished workpieces to customers and make modifications if needed.
• Compute and verify dimensions, sizes, shapes, and tolerances of work pieces.
• Operate and set up CNC Lathe machines.
• Properly use calipers, verniers, and thread gauges.
• Select and install cutting tools, tool holders, fixtures, and other accessories according to specifications.
• Make appropriate offsets and adjustments to tools.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: No Education Listed