Journeyman Tool

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As the Tool & Die Maker, you will be responsible for making, repairing, or modifying custom-made products, prototypes, or special tools, dies, jigs, fixtures, and gauges to very specific dimensions.

Base pay will vary based on experience and range between $24- $35/hr. Working 45- 55-hour work weeks (41-48 hours earns time and a half, 49+ double time)

All candidates will train on our 1st shift for approximately 90 days and may transfer to the 2nd -shift upon completion of training period.

Responsibilities include:

Verify dimensions, alignments, and clearances of finished parts for conformance to specifications, using measuring instruments such as calipers, gauge blocks, micrometers, or dial indicators.

Study blueprints, sketches, models, or specifications to plan sequences of operations for fabricating tools, dies, or assemblies.

Set up and operate manual and CNC machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, grinders (Blanchard – Surface)

Fit and assemble parts to make, repair, or modify dies, jigs, gauges, and tools.

Design jigs, fixtures, and templates for use as work aids in the fabrication of parts or products.

Qualifications:

Knowledge of machines and tools, including designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.

The position requires excellent math skills and the ability to read, interpret, and follow a variety of blueprints, schematics, and work instructions.

Ability to work 10 hours in a physically active and challenging environment that includes but is not limited to; walking, standing, lifting, twisting, turning, crouching, kneeling, pushing, pulling.

Key Information:

Benefits offered include full medical, dental, vision, 401K, ESOP, Health Savings accounts, Wellness Programs and Reimbursements, cross-training, educational development, Tuition reimbursement, and added perks and recognition.

Vacation, Personal Days, and 14 Paid Holidays

High School Diploma or equivalent required and Tool & Die Maker schooling Die Building/Maintenance, Tool & Die Maker/machinist and/or state indentured journeyman’s card

Must have a minimum of 5 years previous experience as a Tool & Die Maker and/or Toolroom attendant

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