Tool Maker
About The Position
The tool maker position uses appropriate equipment such as Lathes, Mills, surface grinder and other equipment to create tooling and fixtures as required by production. Generate/read blueprints and use necessary measuring devices to make, or modify, existing tooling, and tools for new or old job prints. Work with the production team and process engineering team to design and develop tooling/fixtures for production processes. Make sure tools are sharpened and tool holders in good working condition before being placed back on shelf or in tool drawers. Repair or requisition replacement parts, tooling or hardware as needed to maintain adequate stock. Set up and operate all tool room machines for specific form tool, tap, drills, or holder for grinding. Maintain proper housekeeping and safety standards i.e., proper use of personal protective equipment. Participate in department/shift/team meetings.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience building and maintaining fixtures
- Possesses strong initiative, with ability to identify/recognize and solve problems, selecting solutions from established options.
- Ability to maintain composure in stressful situations.
- Possesses a technical capacity, and thoroughness.
- Teamwork orientation, with the ability to effectively communicate with team members.
- Ability to work independently with moderate guidance
- Delivers quality work consistently.
Nice To Haves
- Tool and Die Maker Apprenticeship/Certification preferred
Responsibilities
- Uses appropriate equipment such as Lathes, Mills, surface grinder and other equipment to create tooling and fixtures as required by production.
- Generates/reads blueprints and uses necessary measuring devices to make, or modify, existing tooling, and tools for new or old job prints.
- Works with the production team and process engineering team to design and develop tooling/fixtures for production processes.
- Ensures tools are sharpened and tool holders are in good working condition before being placed back on shelf or in tool drawers.
- Repairs or requisitions replacement parts, tooling or hardware as needed to maintain adequate stock.
- Sets up and operates all tool room machines for specific form tool, tap, drills, or holder for grinding.
- Maintains proper housekeeping and safety standards, including the proper use of personal protective equipment.
- Participates in department/shift/team meetings.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
