Tool and Die Maker

Analyzes specifications, lays out material stock, sets up, operates and programs machine tools, and fits and assembles parts to fabricate and repair tools, dies, jigs and fixtures, and gauges machine parts.

Responsibilities

• Follows safe operating procedures
• Maintains 7S standards
• Performs TPM activities as required
• Reviews and follows quality, process and operator instructions
• Performs quality checks as required and accurately records using Plexus or required method
• Identifies, contains and generates Discrepant Material Report (DMR) for any nonconforming material and forwards to the Material Review Board (MRB)
• Communicates with co-workers from the previous and following shifts to discuss problems and concerns
• Ensures operation runs at required production rate; notifies Team Leader or equivalent when this does not occur
• Accurately reports production and scrap using Factivity or required method
• Actively participates in continuous improvement activities
• Studies specifications such as blueprints, sketches, models, or descriptions, and visualizes product to determine materials required and machines to be used to fabricate parts
• Computes dimensions, plans layout, and determines assembly method and sequence of operations
• Sets up, operates and programs machine tools and inspection equipment and verifies conformance of machined parts to specification
• Smooths flat and contoured surfaces to required specifications and fits and assembles parts together and into assemblies and mechanisms
• Verifies dimensions, alignments and clearances
• Uses tool plan system to move inventory and release jobs
• Heat treats tools or parts
• Retrieves drawings as required
• Examines standard or previously used dies, tools, and jigs and fixtures, and recommends design modifications regarding construction and function of part
• Develops specifications from general descriptions for specialty tools and draws or sketches design of product
• Measures, marks, and scribes dimensions and reference points on material or work piece as guides for subsequent machining
• Selects, aligns, and secures holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on tooling machines
• Calculates and sets controls to regulate machining factors such as speed, feed, coolant flow, and depth and angle of cut, or enters commands to retrieve, input, or edit computerized machine control media
• Starts and observes machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining, and adjusts machine controls or control media as required
• Sets up and operates machine on trial run to verify accuracy of machine settings or programmed control data
• Fits and assembles parts into complete assembly
• Installs machined replacement parts in mechanisms, machines, and equipment, and tests operation of unit to ensure functionality and performance
• Operates equipment to cut, braze or solder parts
• Confers with engineers, production personnel, programmers, or others to resolve machining and production related problems
• Completes other tasks within job classification as assigned
• Assists other employees as directed by the Team Leader and/or Supervisor

Requirements

• High School Diploma or general education degree (GED)
• One year machinist certificate from college or technical school; or three to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of experience and education
• Understanding of IATF-16949 Quality Systems Requirements
• Understanding of ISO-14001 Environmental Management Systems
• Problem-solving skills

About the Company

Dauch Corporation is a premier Driveline and Metal Forming supplier serving the global automotive industry with a powertrain-agnostic product portfolio that supports electric, hybrid, and internal combustion vehicles. The company is headquartered in Detroit, MI, with operations that span 24 countries and more than 175 locations. Formed through the acquisition of Dowlais Group plc and its subsidiaries - GKN Automotive and GKN Powder Metallurgy, Dauch unites deep engineering roots with global manufacturing capabilities and an entrepreneurial spirit to move mobility forward.