Tool and Die Maker 3

About the role

Leupold & Stevens is seeking a Tool and Die Maker 3 to support the execution of our technical vision and join a high performing team. This role is at the center of protecting our legacy by ensuring that future products continue to outperform, out inspire, and outlast all others in the field.

Responsibilities

• Participates in the design and development of a broad range of tools to support the manufacture and assembly of L&S products.
• Applies specialized skill sets to independently analyze specifications, set up and operate a wide range of machine tools, fit and assemble parts, and fabricate, maintain, and repair metalworking dies, cutting tools, jigs, fixtures, and gages.
• Troubleshoots problems, identifies solutions, and initiates corrective action.
• Manages projects and ensures schedules are timelines are maintained.
• Sets-up and operates a full range of both manual and CNC machine tools (lathe, milling machine, and grinder) in order to design and build both simple and more complex tooling.
• Determines machining requirements and processes and verifies conformance of machined parts to specifications.
• Works from blueprints, sketches, models, and verbal descriptions in order to build, rebuild, modify, and repair tools, dies, gages, and necessary equipment.
• Determines required work tools and measurement devices.
• Reviews and verifies prints and drawings, determines availability of materials and equipment, and prioritizes and schedules workflow as appropriate.
• Computes dimensions and plan layout and assembly operations. Measures, marks, and scribes metal stock for machining.
• Fabricates, maintains, modifies, and repairs metalworking dies, cutting tools, jigs, fixtures, and gages.
• Ensures that designs incorporate the best ergonomics, quality, and process expectations.
• Builds, tests, calibrates, adjusts, and maintains production gauging. Schedules outside vendor calibrations, creates or updates calibration procedures, orders new gauging. Maintains gauging database and prepares instruments prior to issue.
• Participates in the development of performance specifications for tools and fixtures based on internal customer requirements.
• Works with tool engineers to identify and implement design improvements.
• Effectively troubleshoots tool and die problems. Investigates issues, isolates cause, and determines corrective action. Identifies and initiates preventative and routine maintenance on tools and equipment; inspects machined work pieces for quality and compliance.
• Stays informed on state-of-the-art technologies and participates in research and development of solutions.
• Participates as a member of project or new tooling development teams. Leads/manages project teams. Monitors and adheres to project milestones and timelines.
• Trains and mentors new employees or apprentices.
• Performs backup lead duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school education or equivalent, two years of trade school training and ten or more years of related experience.
• Ten or more years of specific tool and die making experience required.
• Expert level knowledge of Tool and Die Making practices, designs, and construction.
• Technical expertise in one or more specialized areas which may include gauge making, millwright, or other mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, or electrical specialties.
• Thorough understanding of shop mathematics, Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing, and metal properties.
• Demonstrated ability to understand highly technical electronic and written blueprints, models, and specifications.
• Proficiency with a wide range of hand and power tools.
• Superior level of accuracy with demonstrated ability to operate standard shop machine tools to tolerances of .0002%.
• In-depth knowledge of layout, machining, and tool assembly procedures.
• In-depth knowledge of CNC programming.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong leadership skills. Ability to communicate cross-functionally and with leadership regarding project resources and schedules.
• Ability to provide guidance and direction to team members.
• Strong computer knowledge and thorough knowledge of applicable CAM software required.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent, two years of trade school training and ten or more years of related experience.
• Ten or more years of specific tool and die making experience required.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Expert level knowledge of Tool and Die Making practices, designs, and construction.
• Technical expertise in one or more specialized areas which may include gauge making, millwright, or other mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, or electrical specialties.
• Thorough understanding of shop mathematics, Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing, and metal properties.
• Demonstrated ability to understand highly technical electronic and written blueprints, models, and specifications.
• Proficiency with a wide range of hand and power tools.
• Superior level of accuracy with demonstrated ability to operate standard shop machine tools to tolerances of .0002%.
• In-depth knowledge of layout, machining, and tool assembly procedures.
• In-depth knowledge of CNC programming.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong leadership skills. Ability to communicate cross-functionally and with leadership regarding project resources and schedules.
• Ability to provide guidance and direction to team members.
• Strong computer knowledge and thorough knowledge of applicable CAM software required.

Skills

• High school education or equivalent, two years of trade school training and ten or more years of related experience.
• Ten or more years of specific tool and die making experience required.
• Expert level knowledge of Tool and Die Making practices, designs, and construction.
• Technical expertise in one or more specialized areas which may include gauge making, millwright, or other mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, or electrical specialties.
• Thorough understanding of shop mathematics, Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing, and metal properties.
• Demonstrated ability to understand highly technical electronic and written blueprints, models, and specifications.
• Proficiency with a wide range of hand and power tools.
• Superior level of accuracy with demonstrated ability to operate standard shop machine tools to tolerances of .0002%.
• In-depth knowledge of layout, machining, and tool assembly procedures.
• In-depth knowledge of CNC programming.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong leadership skills. Ability to communicate cross-functionally and with leadership regarding project resources and schedules.
• Ability to provide guidance and direction to team members.
• Strong computer knowledge and thorough knowledge of applicable CAM software required.

Benefits

• Attractive compensation package including a base pay rate range of $40/hour - $45/hour (DOE).
• Starting signing bonuses of $3,000 (DOE).
• A strong commitment to training and professional development including an internal skills development program for all manufacturing team members.
• A generous tuition reimbursement program.
• Company contributions up to 8% of base pay into a 401K retirement account.
• Profit sharing.
• Product discounts.

Pay

• Base Pay Rate Range of $40/hour - $45/hour (DOE)

Schedule

• Monday-Friday, 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM