Die Maker Apprentice

Dienamic Tooling Systems (DTS); Lenoir City (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan with match

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

Dienamic Tooling Systems (DTS) is seeking a Tool and Die Apprentice in Lenoir City, Tennessee. The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma and basic machining experience. This full-time position offers on-the-job training where you will learn to assist Tool and Die Makers with various tasks, including operating machines and maintaining tools. DTS provides a competitive compensation package including health insurance and 401(k) plan with match. A valid driver's license is required.

Qualifications

• Candidate must have high school diploma/GED.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Machining experience/basic knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Attend and successfully complete all required apprenticeship classes.
• Learn and demonstrate ability to operate all required machines and tools.
• Assist with die construction and tryout.
• Maintain appropriate tools and keep work area clean.

Skills

Machine shop experience

Good work ethic

Ability to read, write, and speak English

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Summary/objective: Dienamic Tooling Systems (DTS) is looking for a Tool and Die Apprentice to add to their team! DTS’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 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: DTS 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.

DTS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. DTS 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.