Die Maker Apprentice

Dienamic Tooling Systems; Lenoir City (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Health insurance

Short term disability

Long term disability

Company paid life insurance

401(k) plan with match

Education reimbursement

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Flex spending

Job summary

Dienamic Tooling Systems is seeking an Apprentice – Die Maker in Lenoir City, Tennessee. The apprenticeship program offers training in analyzing specifications, setting up and operating machine tools, and die construction. Candidates should have a high school diploma/GED and a valid driver's license. Benefits include competitive pay, dental, health insurance, short and long-term disability, a 401(k) plan, paid vacation, and more. This is a full-time position with flexible shifts.

Qualifications

• Candidate must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Basic machine shop experience

Good work ethic

Ability to stay focused on tasks

Ability to read, write, and speak English

Education

High school diploma/GED

Valid driver's license

Job description

Job title: Apprentice – Die Maker

Reports to: Foreman

Supervisory responsibilities: None.

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.