Tool and Die Maker
Tool and Die Maker
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$ 24 - 30
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Job Description
JOB TITLE/LOCATION:
Tool & Die Maker Baldwin Park CA
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB:
- Interprets blueprints sketches written or verbal instructions to design develop and construct highly complicated tools jigs fixtures gages and dies to make tools or parts. May also construct tools dies or gages where no design is available upon receipt of instructions from supervision.
- Sets up and operates various machine tools such as lathes mills jig bores and grinders to machine grind and fabricate special jigs fixtures tools gages dies or parts for machinery in the plant.
- Uses a variety of precision measuring instruments to check work after each operation to insure the final product will meet the objectives originally intended.
- Works independent of direct supervision by displaying a high degree of skill and judgment in performing all the operations that may be required to fabricate any special jigs fixtures tools gages dies or parts for equipment in the plant from verbal instructions sketches or finished drawings
- Uses shop mathematics involving geometry trigonometry addition and subtraction of decimals and fractions generated radii compound angles on several planes to setup machine tools layout work fabricate work and complete a finished product to precise dimensions.
- May make parts from worn or broken parts to assist in expediting machine repair activities within the plant.
- May work closely with Design &/or Manufacturing Engineering on the design of a new bearing.
- May be required to work with the Maintenance Department or other Managers/Supervisors on special projects requiring their skill set.
- Continually reviewing processes and equipment for guarding and other safety related items.
The preceding functions have been provided as examples of the types of work performed by employees assigned to this job function. Management reserves the right to add modify change or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.
EDUCATION:
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
EXPERIENCE:
- 13 years of tool making experience
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
- Working knowledge of metals and machining
- Ability to use inspection equipment (calipers micrometers profilometers indicators etc.)
- Experience with Haas lathes and mills.
- Experience with manual lathes surface grinders and mills.
- Experience with interpreting GD&T
- Good communication skills.
- Understanding of hardening of steels through heat treat processes
- Experience in an Aerospace machining environment (preffered)
- Experience in machining Aluminum Inconel Titanium Stainless and Aerospace Superalloys (preferred)
Employment Type
Full-Time
