Tool Maker

JOB SUMMARY

Analyze specifications lay out metal stock set up and operate machine tools and fit and assemble parts to make and repair dies cutting and forging tools jigs fixtures gauges and hand tools.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION

• Under general supervision and without technical guidance other than engineering input performs the most difficult development work. Plans designs constructs or repairs a wide variety of highly intricate and complicated tools dies jigs gauges fixtures to extremely close tolerances; down to .0001
• Constructs tools where no design is available.
• Selects allowances and devises mechanism detail.
• Does highly skilled tool fitting adjusting and timing.
• Performs any tool room machine operation including but not limited mills lathes grinders profile grinders heat treatment and annealing
• Works from complicated drawings and sketches.
• Uses advanced shop mathematics and all types of precision measuring instruments.
• Typical work products include multi-station progressive dies intricate compound dies of irregular shape sub-press dies for parts of delicate outline and complex index milling fixtures.
• Experience with cold heading tooling is a plus
• Willing to train a qualified candidate to assemble construct and modify high speed & carbide header tooling.
• Observes all safety rules.
• Maintains a neat and well-organized work area.
• Other duties as directed by Engineering Department

SKILLS and ABILITIES

• Strong technical and analytical ability.
• Capable of using standard tools and measurement devices (GD&T) such as micrometers scales rulers depth gauges and calipers.
• Ability to interpret job orders blueprints quality specifications and other related documents.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong math and mechanical reasoning skills.
• Ability to contribute as part of a team.
• Strong math and mechanical reasoning skills.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

• Tool and die maker typically requiring trade school and five or more years of tool room experience or equivalent.
• 5 years of experience in tight tolerance tool making experience.
• 5 years setting and operating manual lathe and mill machines.

Immerse yourself in what MW Components has to offer:

• Competitive Compensation
• Quarterly Incentive Program
• Comprehensive Benefits
• Paid Holidays
• Development and Career Growth Opportunities
• Educational Assistance Program
• Collaborative Culture
• Innovative and Impactful Work
• Employee Wellness Program

EEOC Statement:

MW Industries Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws.