Job Description:
The position requires the ability to work with a variety of materials, tools, and machinery in the production of aluminum molds and steel cutting.
Responsibilities:
- Studies specifications from CAD models, blueprints, sketches or tool descriptions and plans sequence of operation to construct.
- Operates tool room equipment at a high-level of competency which may include, but is also not limited to: CNC mill, manual mills, manual lathes, drill presses, and array of hand tools.
- Troubleshoots and repairs a variety of stages of tooling.
- Plans, constructs, and repairs a variety of tool, dies, jigs, gauges and fixtures to close tolerances.
- Disassembles and assembles molds using hand tools.
- Inspects completed tools and dies for signs of imperfections or damage that may affect the functionality.
- Studies blueprints of products and molds to affect construction or repair of components applying knowledge of shop mathematics.
- Regularly tests all equipment, tools, and machines to ensure they are arranged and set properly and working efficiently.
Competencies:
- Proficient with measuring instruments such as tape measures, micrometers, calipers, rulers, scribes, and geometric dimensions and tolerances.
- Knowledge/experience with Bridgeport Ez-trak, Autodesk Fusion or other related CAM software
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accuracy and precision throughout the machining process.
- Good communication with the ability to work as part of a team and collaborate effectively with engineers, mold makers, and other staff.
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues as they arise.
Qualifications:
- 5 years minimum experience in toolmaking / manufacturing environment preferred.
- Accredited journeyman background preferred but not required.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person