Tool and Die Maker

Tool and die maker capable of building progressive type tools for stamping operations. Skills should include reading blueprints and CAD specifications, setting up and operating machines and tools, computing sizes and dimensions of tools and dies, and testing completed products.

Job Responsibilities

Use blueprints, specifications and models to fabricate of dies, and assemblies, ensuring safety and maximum efficiency

Verify dimensions of finished parts to ensure they conform to specifications using dial indicators, gauge blocks, calipers and micrometers

Utilize hand and machine tools to assemble parts of tools and dies and to repair and modify gauges, jigs and dies

Diagnose and troubleshoot problems and perform repairs on tools, manually operated dies and progressive dies

Job Skills and Qualifications

Required:

High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred:

Completion of apprenticeship program or trade school diploma program

Two to five years of experience in tool and die making

Experience using CAD

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