Journeyman Tool and Die Maker- Thomasville, Georgia

Check-Mate Industries; Thomasville (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Journeyman Tool & Die Maker to join their team. This role involves building, repairing, and maintaining tooling to meet precise specifications. The ideal candidate will possess a Journeyman license or have completed a formal apprenticeship, with extensive experience in tool and die making. You will be responsible for operating various machine tools and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. This company offers an excellent compensation package, including medical benefits, PTO, and training opportunities, making it an ideal place for skilled professionals looking to advance their careers.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

12 Days PTO

10 Holidays

401k participation after 1 year

Training and Development Opportunities

Annual COLA increases

Relocation Assistance

Qualifications

• Journeyman license or completion of formal apprenticeship required.
• 5+ years of experience in tool and die making, focusing on precision stampings.

Responsibilities

• Builds, repairs, and maintains dies and tooling per specifications.
• Operates machine tools and assembles parts for dies and cutting tools.

Skills

Ability to read tool and die designs and prints

Basic shop math and trigonometry

Ability to use precise measuring equipment

Ability to operate standard tool room equipment

Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills

General knowledge of tool and die design

Ability to work independently

Leadership skills

Vendor management

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Journeyman Tool & Die Maker certification

Completion of an apprenticeship program

Tools

AutoCAD

Solidworks

EDM

Job description

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

• Ability to read tool and die designs and prints
• Basic shop math and trigonometry
• Ability to use precise measuring equipment such as micrometers, calipers, gauge blocks, dial indicators, etc.
• Ability to operate all standard tool room equipment such as milling machines, drill presses, surface grinders, lathes, etc. CNC machine set up a plus
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
• General knowledge of tool and die design including various tool steels/carbides and their application is a plus
• Able to work independently and be self-motivated
• Must be able to work without supervision and lead small teams as required
• Able to work with appropriate outside vendors
• Able to train and develop apprentices
• 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 AutoCAD, Solidworks, and EDM (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