Lead Tool & Die Maker

Daikin Comfort; Waller (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Daikin Comfort seeks a Lead for Tool & Die to oversee tooling operations and guide die makers in producing high-quality air conditioning and heating components. You will design die details, program EDMs, and direct prioritization while maintaining 5S and building fixtures.

Qualifications include 6+ years in Tool & Die and Machinist roles, strong CAD/CAM skills, and precise measurement with micrometers/calipers. This position emphasizes safety and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of machine shop practices and die making.
• Ability to setup, operate, and conversationally program conventional, manual and CNC machines.
• Ability to read blueprints and CAD/CAM drawings; use micrometers and calipers.
• Strong organizational, multitasking and communication skills; safety-focused.

Responsibilities

• Design die details and FAI engineering in CAD.
• Run EDMs and program EDMs.
• Set priority levels of projects and direct die makers accordingly.
• Own 5S in shop and maintain tooling to ensure quality parts.
• Build jigs and fixtures; troubleshoot tooling at the press.
• Implement engineering changes on existing tooling.

Skills

Machine shop practices

Die making

CNC programming

Blueprint reading

Measurement tools

Communication

Problem solving

Safety

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical degree or 6 years experience

Tools

CAD/CAM software

CNC machines

Conventional machinery

Job description

The Lead for Tool & Die is responsible for overseeing and directing tool and die employees to produce high-quality residential and commercial air conditioning and heating products. Leads the team to produce in an efficient manner with disruptive-free production, and safe work environment. The Tool & Die Makers are responsible for maintaining all tooling in the Plant. The scope of duties are as follows: Sharpening all tooling and maintain proper punch entry and pass line heights, establish timing of stations on all progressive tooling, have the ability to maintain all forming stations in the tooling, ability to operate all tool room equipment, competency to build miscellaneous jigs and fixtures, ability to work with minimal supervision, & ability to trouble-shoot tooling problems at the press.

Position Responsibilities May Include

• Design die details and FAI engineering in CAD.
• Run EDMs and Program EDMs.
• Communicate with Operations team leads to set priority.
• Set priority levels of projects/tasks and direct die makers to specific tasks based on priority (including Press Calls).
• Own 5S in shop and maintain tooling to ensure quality production parts.
• Build Jigs & Fixtures.
• Trouble-shoot tooling problems at the press.
• Implement Engineering Changes on existing tooling.

Nature And Scope

• Takes direction from Manager.
• Provides guidance and direction to department employees.

Knowledge And Skills

• Thorough knowledge of Machine Shop Practices.
• Have advanced knowledge in die making (able to repair and/or fabricate replacement tooling for molds and dies with tool room equipment excluding equipment limitations).
• Ability to set up, operate, and conversationally program conventional, manual, and computer-numeric controlled (CNC) machines and equipment.
• Ability to fixture and design methods of manufacturing complex parts.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and CAD/CAM drawings.
• Able to read micrometers, calipers and all other precision measuring equipment.
• Compute and verify dimensions, sizes, shapes, and tolerances of workpieces.
• Ability to teach employees proper work methods.Effective organizational and time management skills, with ability to multitask and prioritize to manage multiple projects/assignments ensuring on-time completion.
• Strong communication skills to facilitate understanding and problem solving with cross-functional teams and colleagues.
• Attention to detail, ability to work independently and make competent decisions.
• Ability to work in a safe manner.

Experience

• 6+ years of experience as a Machinist.
• 6+ years of Tool & Die work experience in sheet metal fabrication shop is required.

Education

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Technical degree or a minimum of 6 years of progressive on the job experience.

People Management: No

Physical Requirements / Working Environment

• Must be able to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations.

Reports To

• Manager, Tool & Die

Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States. Qualified applicants will not require employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States. The Company provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of a person’s race, color, religion (including religious dress or grooming practices), creed, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship, uniform service member or veteran status, ancestry, disability, physical or mental disability (including HIV/AIDS), medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, request for protected leave, marital status, sex, pregnancy, age (over 40), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company will comply with all federal and state regulations and statutes pertaining to individuals with disabilities.