Tool & Die Maker Sr

About the role

Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation is a thriving, values-driven company focused on doing the right things. We are a fast-growing, publicly traded company (NYSE: ZWS), with an enduring reputation for integrity, giving back, and providing an engaging, inclusive environment where careers flourish and grow. Named by Newsweek as One of America’s Most Responsible Companies and an Energage USA Top Workplace, at Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation, we never forget that our people are at the center of what makes us successful. They are the driving force behind our superior quality, product ingenuity, and exceptional customer experience.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes specifications, lays out metal stock, sets up and operates CNC machines and manual equipment (mills, lathes, etc.), and fits and assembles parts to manufacture and repair dies, cutting tools, jigs, fixtures, and gauges.
• Troubleshoots complex tooling and machining issues, performs precision adjustments, and supports process improvements.
• Studies blueprints or specifications and visualizes the shape of die, part, or tool.
• Computes dimensions of assembly and plans the sequence of operations.
• Marks and scribes metal or plastic stock to lay out machining, using instruments such as protractors, micrometers, scribes, and rulers.
• Sets up and operates machine tools such as band saw, lathes, milling machines, drill press, and grinders to machine parts.
• Lifts, positions, and secures machined parts on surface plate or worktable, using hoist, vises, v-blocks, or angle plates.
• Smothers and polishes flat and contoured surfaces of parts or tools, using scrapers, abrasive stones, files, emery cloth, or power grinder.
• Verifies dimensions, alignments, and clearances of finished parts, using measuring instruments such as calipers, gauge blocks, micrometers, and dial indicators.
• Fits and assembles parts, using bolts, glue, and other fasteners, and hand tools such as hammers and wrenches.
• Checks part or tool for hardness using hardness tester.
• Repairs or modifies tools and dies, using machine tools and hand tools.
• Designs tools, jigs, fixtures, and templates for use as work aids.
• Tests die for first hit to ensure quality of part.
• Inspects die for smoothness, contour conformity, and defects by touch or visually, using loupe or microscope.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Tool & Die Associate’s Degree or Journeyman Tool & Die Maker certification required.
• CNC machining experience required.
• Strong knowledge of blueprint reading, precision measuring tools, and machining processes.
• Experience operating manual and CNC machine tools such as lathes, mills, grinders, and drill presses.
• Ability to troubleshoot tooling and assist with process improvements and repairs.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time during the shift.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds with or without assistance.
• Frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, and reaching while performing job duties.
• Ability to use hands for fine manipulation, gripping, and operating hand tools and precision instruments.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, moving mechanical parts, oils, and metal debris.
• Must be able to visually inspect parts and read precision measuring instruments.
• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses, gloves, and steel-toe shoes.

Total Rewards and Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, AD&D, and Life Insurance
• Matching 401(k) Contribution
• Health Savings Account
• Education Reimbursement
• Matching Gift Program

Equal Opportunity Employer

Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran.

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