Die Maker Apprentice

RAPID Tooling, Inc.; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

RAPID Tooling, Inc. is seeking a Tool and Die Apprentice to join their team. This full-time position offers a comprehensive apprenticeship program registered with the Department of Labor, providing hands-on experience in die making and machine operation. Ideal candidates should possess a high school diploma and some experience in a die shop, with opportunities to learn and grow in a manufacturing environment.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Health insurance

401(k) plan with match

Education reimbursement

Paid vacation and holidays

Qualifications

• Candidate must have high school diploma/GED.
• 1 year of experience in a die shop required.
• Basic machining knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Attend and complete all required apprenticeship classes.
• Learn to operate all required machines and tools.
• Assist with die construction and tryout.

Skills

Basic machine shop experience

Good work ethic

Ability to stay focused

Education

High school diploma/GED

1 year of experience in a die shop

Job description

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Job Description

Job title: Apprentice – Die Maker

Reports to: Foreman

Supervisory responsibilities: None.

Summary/objective: Rapid Tooling Systems (RTS) is looking for a Tool and Die Apprentice to add to their team! RTS’s program is registered through the Department of Labor. The ideal candidate would have basic machine shop experience, good work ethic, and the ability to stay focused on tasks. Throughout their time in the apprenticeship program, the Apprentice would learn how to properly assist the Tool and Die Makers in analyzing specifications, laying out metal stock, setting up and operating machine tools, fitting/assembling parts to fabricate, and repairing/building dies.

Essential functions:

• Attend and successfully complete all required apprenticeship classes
• Learn and successfully demonstrate ability to operate all required machines, tools, and equipment
• Assist with die construction and tryout
• Maintain appropriate tools
• Follow all safety rules and report unsafe work conditions to management
• Keep current on tool calibration
• Keep work area clean
• Regularly attend work during scheduled work hours
• Perform other job functions as required
• Ability to work nights, come in early and stay late as needed
  
  

Required competency, education, and experience:

• Candidate must have 1 year of experience in a die shop
• Candidate must have high school diploma/GED
• Valid drivers license
  
  

Preferred education and experience:

• Machining experience/basic knowledge
  
  

Work environment: Manufacturing environment.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to use all limbs
• Ability to lift and move up to 30 pounds
• Ability to receive and carry-out both oral and written instructions safely and efficiently
• Ability to read, write, and speak English
• Ability to wear required PPE
  
  

Position type and expected hours of work: Full time. Shifts and schedules vary.

Travel: None.

Compensation/Benefits: RTS offers a competitive compensation and benefits package which includes competitive pay, dental insurance, vision insurance, health insurance, short term disability, long term disability, company paid life insurance, voluntary life insurance, 401(k) plan with match, education reimbursement, paid vacation and holidays, and flex spending.

Other duties: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

RTS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. RTS does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Internship

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

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