Journeyman Tool and Die Maker- Thomasville, Georgia

Check-Mate Industries, Inc.; Thomasville (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life

401k with company match

12 days PTO and holidays

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Check-Mate Manufacturing is seeking a Journeyman Tool & Die Maker to inspect, build, repair, and maintain dies, fixtures, and tooling per control plans. You will analyze specifications, lay out stock, and set up machines, while leading small teams and coordinating with vendors as needed.

Minimum prerequisites include a Journeyman license or completion of an apprenticeship, plus 5 years in the trade with emphasis on small precision stampings. English communication preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Journeyman Tool & Die Maker or completion of a 4-year apprenticeship or advanced manufacturing certificate.
• Minimum 5 years in the trade with emphasis on small precision stampings from progressive dies.
• English communication preferred (written and verbal).
• Knowledge/experience with AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and EDM is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Builds, repairs, and maintains dies, fixtures, and tooling per specifications.
• Analyses specifications, lays out stock, and sets up machine tools.
• Operates machines and fits parts to make/repair dies and tooling.
• Lead small teams and coordinate with outside vendors as needed.
• Train and develop apprentices and communicate effectively with others.
• Maintain safe working environment per procedures and regulations.

Skills

read tool & die designs

shop math & trigonometry

precision measurement tools

machine tools operation

analytical & troubleshooting

tool & die design knowledge

independent / self-motivated

lead small teams

train & develop apprentices

communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Journeyman Tool & Die Maker / 4-year apprenticeship

Advanced manufacturing certificate

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

EDM

Job description

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Check-Mate Manufacturing Offers Competitive Pay And Benefits

JOURNEYMAN TOOL & DIE MAKER

(United States Citizens Only-No Sponsorships Available)

Check-Mate Manufacturing has openings position for Tool and Die Maker. This position reporting to the Tooling Manager, the Tool and Die Maker has a Journeymen license or has completed formal apprenticeship program. Tool and Die Maker builds, repairs, and maintains: dies, fixtures, and all other tooling in conformance to customer and/or company specifications per control plans. Analyzes specifications, lays out metal stock, set up and operate machine tools, and fits and assembles parts to makes and repairs dies, cutting tools, jigs, fixtures, gauges, and machinists' hand tools. Maintains a safe working environment by ensuring compliance with procedures and safety regulations.

US Citizens and Green Card Holders Only.

Skills And Competencies

• Tool and die maker ability to read tool and die designs and prints
• Tool and die maker basic shop math and trigonometry
• Tool and die maker ability to use precise measuring equipment such as micrometers, calipers, gauge blocks, dial indicators, etc.
• Tool and die maker ability to operate all standard tool room equipment such as milling machines, drill presses, surface grinders, lathes, etc. CNC machine set up a plus
• Tool and die maker must have strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Tool and die maker general knowledge of tool and die design including various tool steels/carbides and their application is a plus
• Tool and die maker able to work independently and be self-motivated
• Tool and die maker must be able to work without supervision and lead small teams as required
• Tool and die maker ability to work with appropriate outside vendors
• Tool and die maker ability to train and develop apprentices
• Tool and die maker ability to communicate well with others

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent education or trade school diploma program
• Journeyman Tool & Die Maker and/ or completion of an apprenticeship (4 years) or advanced manufacturing certificate, followed by at least 4 years of on-the-job training
• 5 years’ experience in the trade; emphasis on small precision stampings from progressive dies
• An ability to communicate effectively in English both in writing and verbally (Preferred)
• Knowledge/ experience with of AutoCAD, Solid works, and EDM (a Plus

Benefits

• Excellent compensation packages
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short-term and long-term disability
• 12 Days PTO and 10 Holidays
• 401k participation after 1 year
• Training and Development Opportunities
• Annual COLA increases
• Relocation Assistance

EOE/AA/M/F/VET/D