Tool and Die Maker

Camaco · Columbus, NE · 3 days ago

OTHRFull-time

Perform die maintenance, using tool room equipment and hand tools
Layout and perform center drilling, reaming, lapping, tapping, countersinking and counter boring
Machine parts to blueprint specifications
Fabricate and/or repair dies for production
Layout existing die sections and make replacements as needed
Document and record various data for the department
Drive a hi-lo and operate crane to transport dies for maintenance or installation
Perform other duties as assigned

High School Diploma or equivalent, plus formal training leading to Journeyman status as a Tool & Die Maker and/or equivalent on the job experience
5 plus years of related work experience
Strong mechanical ability and problem-solving skills sufficient to perform fabrication and build activities
Blueprint reading
Knowledge of cutting, forming, milling, grinding, assembly, tool steel composition, tool sharpening, hardness testing, machine repair, and set-up, and metal fabrication
Operate basic metrology instruments, grinders, mills, lathes, drill presses, optical comparator, and EDM machine
Ability to calculate speeds and feeds and perform machine offsets
Computer skills and math skills sufficient to perform department related tasks required
Communication skills to communicate and interact with all levels of employees
Ability to work effectively with people

Hi-lo and crane certification and journeyman status or accredited certificate required

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works on the plant floor
Physical demands include regular use of hands and fingers to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools or controls, and reach with hands and arms
The employee is frequently required to walk, stand, kneel, crouch, talk and hear
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds
Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and depth perception

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