Tool & Wax Die Maintenance Tech

Howmet Aerospace • Hampton, VA

7d • $70,000 - $80,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Howmet Engine Systems is seeking an experienced Tool & Wax Die Maintenance Tech for its team in Hampton, Virginia. The position fabricates and repairs wax injection molds, metalworking dies, jigs and fixtures, gauges, and machinists' hand tools. The technician analyzes specifications, lays out metal stock, sets up and operates machine tools, and fits and assembles parts. The role requires flexibility to work any shift, including second shift, third shift, and weekend shift.

The role requires mechanical aptitude and the ability to inspect, troubleshoot, and service injection dies and molds; machine parts to tight tolerances; and set up, program, and operate CNC machines. The technician uses CAD models and drawings with CAM software and a range of machine tools and shop equipment. Regular attendance is required, and occasional overtime may be necessary.

The anticipated pay range is $70,000–$80,000 per year. Compensation within this range depends on factors including experience, education, and certifications. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is unavailable. Employment offers are conditioned on the ability to lawfully obtain access to export-controlled items.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED certificate.
• At least 5 years of toolmaker, CNC programming, and injection die/mold maintenance experience and/or training.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to inspect, troubleshoot, and service injection dies and molds.
• Detail-oriented, with the ability to machine parts to tight tolerances.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and other documents; write routine reports and correspondence; and speak effectively before groups of customers or employees.
• Ability to apply plane and solid geometry, trigonometry, fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Ability to solve practical problems and interpret written, oral, diagrammatic, or scheduled instructions where standardization may be limited.
• Ability to set up, program, and operate CNC machines.
• Ability to create CAD models and drawings for use with CAM software.
• Flexibility to work any shift, including second shift, third shift, and weekend shift.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available.
• Ability to lawfully obtain access to export-controlled items as a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

• Read and follow work instructions, and record data manually or by computer as required.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, and service injection dies and molds.
• Study specifications, including blueprints, sketches, models, and descriptions, to determine required materials and machines.
• Compute dimensions, plan layouts, and determine assembly methods and operation sequences.
• Measure, mark, and scribe metal stock for machining.
• Set up and operate machine tools, including lathes, milling machines, and grinders, and verify that machined parts conform to specifications.
• Lift machined parts and position and secure them on a surface plate or worktable.
• Smooth flat and contoured surfaces and fit and assemble parts into assemblies and mechanisms.
• Verify dimensions, alignments, and clearances.
• Heat-treat tools or parts.
• Examine new or used dies, tools, jigs, and fixtures and recommend design modifications related to construction and function.
• Develop specifications from general descriptions for specialty tools and draw or sketch product designs.
• Comply with company attendance policies and guidelines, including regular attendance and occasional overtime.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage, including FSA and HSA account options.
• Pre-tax and Roth 401(k) retirement savings plans with employer matching funds and a separate employer retirement contribution.
• Paid holidays and vacation time, subject to applicable policies.
• Paid parental leave and adoption assistance programs.
• Life insurance and disability coverage plans.
• Optional auto, home, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance coverage.
• Tuition Assistance Program and ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED