Toolmaker

Analyze specifications lay out metal stock set up and operate machine tools and fit and assemble parts to make and repair dies cutting tools jigs fixtures gauges and machinists hand tools. Ability to regrind and preset production tooling.

Wage is union negotiated: currently $37.44/hour effective 1/1/26 $38.94/hour

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Analyze worn tooling for excessive wear and report findings to manufacturing engineer.
• Troubleshoot and assist engineers and maintenance personnel on the repair of production equipment.
• Develop an understanding of cutter selection including speeds and feeds.
• Develop an understanding of applicable heat-treat methods.
• Study blueprints sketches models or specifications to plan sequences of operations for fabricating tools fixtures dies or assemblies.
• Verify dimensions alignments and clearances of finished parts for conformance to specifications using measuring instruments such as calipers gauge blocks micrometers and dial indicators.
• Visualize and compute dimensions sizes shapes and tolerances of assemblies based on specifications.
• Set up program and operate conventional or computer numerically controlled machine tools such as lathes milling machines and grinders to cut bore grind or otherwise shape parts to prescribed dimensions and finishes.
• File grind shim and adjust different parts to properly fit them together.
• Fit and assemble parts to make repair or modify dies jigs gauges and tools using machine tools and hand tools.
• Conduct test runs with completed tools or dies to ensure that parts meet specifications making adjustments as necessary.
• Inspect finished dies for smoothness contour conformity and defects.
• Smooth and polish flat and contoured surfaces of parts or tools using scrapers abrasive stones files emery cloths or power grinders.
• Lift position and secure machined parts on surface plates or worktables using hoists vises v-blocks or angle plates.
• Measure mark and scribe metal or plastic stock to lay out machining using instruments such as protractors micrometers scribes and rulers.
• Cut shape and trim blanks or blocks to specified lengths or shapes using power saws power shears rules and hand tools.
• Design jigs fixtures and templates for use as work aids in the fabrication of parts or products.
• Select metals to be used from a range of metals and alloys based on properties such as hardness and heat tolerance.
• Set up and operate drill presses to drill and tap holes in parts for assembly.
• Develop and design new tools and dies using computer-aided design software.

Set pyrometer controls of heat-treating furnaces and feed or place parts tools or assemblies into furnaces to harden.

Qualifications :

• Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
• Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Detail Oriented - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.
• Organized - Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task.
• Resource Management (People & Equipment) - Ability to obtain and appropriate the proper usage of equipment facilities materials as well as personnel.
• Safety Awareness - Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.
• Technical Aptitude - Ability to comprehend complex technical topics and specialized information.
• Analytical Skills - Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem.
• Decision Making - Ability to make critical decisions while following company procedures.
• Reliability - The trait of being dependable and trustworthy.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Education : High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED)

Experience : Three to seven years related experience

Computer Skills

Basic computer knowledge is necessary as well as the ability to learn and effectively use software used for the job.

Certificates & Licenses

Journey person skill trades certification required

Other Requirements

Power industrial truck license or ability to obtain one and the ability to safely and effectively operate industrial equipment such as forklifts.

Additional Information :

 BOSCH is a proud supporter of STEM (Science Technology Engineering & Mathematics) Initiatives.

• FIRST Robotics (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology)
• AWIM (A World In Motion)

Indefinite U.S. work authorized individuals only.  Future sponsorship for work authorization unavailable.

Equal Opportunity Employer including disability / veterans

Pay ranges posted on sites other that the Bosch Careers Page may not accurately represent the pay range for this role.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time