Tool and Die Journeyman

Job Responsibilities

• Designs, constructs, maintains, alters, checks, and repairs dies, fixtures, gauges, tools, jigs, machines, and equipment.
• Analyzes specifications such as blueprints, sketches, models, or descriptions, and visualizes products to determine materials required and machines to be used to fabricate parts.
• Trains, mentors, supports, and maintains strong internal communication within the tool and die department.
• Computes dimensions, plans layout, and determines assembly method and sequence of operations.
• Sets up and operates machine tools such as lathes, milling machine, shaper, and grinder, to machine parts, and verifies conformance of machined parts to specifications.
• Examines standard or previously used dies, tools, jigs and fixtures, and recommends design modifications regarding construction and function of part to improve tool life or performance.
• Develops specifications from general descriptions for specialty tools and draws or sketches design of product.
• Performs close and exacting bench and assembly operations to fit, align, calibrate, adjust, assemble, and finish work.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Skills

• Strong mechanical aptitude and craftsmanship.
• Strong understanding of tool and die design, materials, and manufacturing processes.
• Proficiency in reading, creating, and interpreting complex technical drawings and blueprints.
• Excellent problem-solving skills including maintaining and upgrading various types of machine tools, selecting proper cutting tools, speeds, and feeds on machine tools and attention to detail.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to interact effectively with diverse personalities and individuals at various levels.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
• Completion of apprenticeship in Tool and Die field, must have obtained a Journeyman’s card.
• Five years of related experience and/or training in Tool and Die making procedures; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Physical & Environmental Requirements

• Some physical demand: often lifting/moving average weight (25-50 lbs/11-27 kgs) material, may be required to lift up to 70lbs.
• Ability to stand and/or walk constantly over a full work shift (8-12 hours).
• Ability to perform occasional to frequent pushing, pulling, bending, kneeling, twisting, crawling and/or reaching over a full work shift (8-12 hours).