Toolmaker

Company: Select Industries Corp
Location: Dayton
Posted on: May 3, 2024

Job Description:

Summary:We are looking for a skilled tool and die, maker, to craft dies and metal tools for our manufacturing facility. In this role, you will be required to interpret design schematics, cut and shape dies, and assemble the completed parts. To be successful as a tool and die maker, you should have in-depth knowledge of metalwork and engineering, a good eye for detail, and the ability to visualize structural components. A top-class tool and die maker is able to translate ideas into expertly crafted metal forms ready for the manufacturing process. The Tool and Die Maker will cut, shape, finish, and maintain tools made of metal and will forge diecasts to create molds. Knowledgeable and knows how to build tools, dies, prototype parts, jigs, fixtures, and gauges to specified designs approved by the Program Manager. Duties/Responsibilities:

• Reviews and details assemble prints as required.
• Uses tools and dies to build fixtures; creates dies as required to construct new fixtures.
• Repairs dies, molds, and tools when needed; disassembles molds, jigs, tools, and fixtures, then reassembles when repaired.
• Reads and understands blueprints and complicated schematics as required to create and build new fixtures, tools, and machine parts.
• Uses computer-aided design (CAD) software to create designs and/or turn designs into blueprints.
• Inspects completed tools and dies for signs of imperfection or damage that may affect functionality.
• Must satisfy quality standards.
• Regularly tests all equipment, tools, and machines to ensure they are arranged and set properly and working efficiently.
• Modifies machines to control speed, material feed, or path of cut as required to ensure a quality product is produced within specifications.
• Maintains a safe, clean, and well-organized workspace.
• Sets up and operates machine tools to the machine details, grinds details to specifications, and verifies detail conformance to specifications.
• Performs other related duties as assigned. Required Skills/Abilities:
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Worked as a tool & die maker.
  • Ability to safely and accurately operate all measuring and production equipment.
  • Working understanding of geometry, trigonometry, and algebra.
  • Ability to work independently, and with engineers and machinists.
  • Proficient with computer-aided design (CAD) software.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software. Education and Experience:
    • Die setting or metal stamping experience
    • Tool and diemaker certification is preferred. Physical Requirements:
      • Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
      • Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
      • Stand for a long period of time.
      • Clearly communicate orally and in writing.
      • While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand. The employee is frequently required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. PI52980fe0aff5-31181-33389942

Keywords: Select Industries Corp, Kettering , Toolmaker, Other , Dayton, Ohio