1st & 2nd Shift Tool & Die Maker's

Venteon; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Good benefits

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Job summary

Venteon is seeking a skilled Tool & Die Maker for our Richmond, Virginia operation. The role requires designing, making, and repairing dies, reading blueprints, and working with CNC and conventional machines to meet precise specifications.

The ideal candidate has progressive die experience, strong math skills, and proficiency with Mastercam, AutoCAD or SolidWorks. Team collaboration and adherence to safety and quality standards are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; progressive dies experience preferred.
• Blueprint reading and precision measurement skills essential.
• Experience with Mastercam, AutoCAD or SolidWorks is required.
• 5+ years in Tool & Die or equivalent in manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and tolerance stacks; mathematics including geometry and trigonometry.

Responsibilities

• Design dies from drawings or verbal direction and prototype as needed.
• Set up and operate CNC/conventional machines to shape dies.
• Repair, fabricate, and modify tools and dies as required.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Maintenance to handle priority tasks.
• Study blueprints to plan sequences of operations and material selection.
• Weld, measure, heat treat, and assemble as needed in fabrication process.

Skills

Tool & Die

Blueprint Reading

Machining Skills

Mathematics

Automation Knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Machinist Certificate

Technical/College Certificate

Tools

Mastercam

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Engine Lathe

Milling Machines

Surface Grinder

Jig Bore

Press Operation

Job description

1ST & 2ND SHIFT TOOL & DIE MAKER'S NEEDED - RICHMOND, VIRGINIA

A Leading Manufacturing Company in the Richmond, Virginia area needs First and Second Shift Tool & Die Maker's. Previous Tool & Die Experience in a Manufacturing Plant Setting is Required. Progressive Die Expertise is Needed.

These are Full Time, Permanent, Direct Hire Positions offering Competitive Compensation, Bonus Potential, Good Benefits, Paid Holidays and Paid Vacation.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• This key position will be based in our clients new manufacturing operation.
• This Positions reports to the Maintenance Manager to provide support for manufacturing by designing, making, and repairing tools.
• Assist Engineering and Maintenance by making prototypes, or equipment repair parts.
• Daily check with supervisor for incoming work such as broken dies; continue with pending assignments as priority allows.
• Design die from engineering drawings, sketches, or verbal direction.
• Set up and operate conventional or CNC equipment to cut, bore, grind, or otherwise shape parts to prescribed dimensions and finishes.
• Operation of all tool room equipment to make and repair dies.
• Assist with prototypes from engineering department.
• Select metals to be used from a range of metals and alloys, based on properties such as hardness and heat treatment properties.
• Study blueprints, sketches, models, or specifications to plan sequences of operations for fabricating tools, dies, or assemblies.
• Assist the maintenance department when needed Weld, measure, heat treat, etc.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

High School Diploma or GED Expertise with Metal Stamping Progressive Dies is Required Knowledge of precision measuring tools, layout tools, hand & bench tools, metallurgy and heat treatment, advanced mathematics I.E. Geometry and Trigonometry Experience with engine lathes, mill machines, jig bore, surface grinders, and press operation. Blueprint reading and familiarity with Mastercam, AutoCAD and Solid Works is essential. Basic skills in Microsoft Office, Outlook, and Internet Explorer. Must be a team player and work well with others. Previous manufacturing experience is preferred Some working knowledge of troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems Some working knowledge of robotics and industrial machinery in an automated production environment. Good verbal and written communication skills. Must have good teamwork and communication skills. Prioritize and handle multiple tasks efficiently. Should be able to work with little or no supervision and meet deadlines.. One year certificate from college or technical school (Machinist certificate); or equivalent. Preferring Candidates with 5 or more years of experience in the Tool & Die Trade.