Master Tool & Die Maker — Precision Dies & Prototypes

Simpson Strong-Tie Company Inc.; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation may be considered

Benefits package

Job summary

Simpson Strong-Tie Company Inc. in McKinney, TX is seeking a Tool & Die Maker to support manufacturing by constructing and machining dies, repairing and building dies and prototypes, and operating tool room equipment to finish precision details used to repair and maintain dies.

You will troubleshoot die issues at the press, confirm assembly by checking dimensions with micrometers and gauges, and perform maintenance tasks.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree (AA) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive dies and tools experience.
• CAD/CAM: Ability to work with AutoCAD is a plus.
• Communication: Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
• Self-Management: Ability to be self-directed to solve issues and work independently. Display a high level of initiative and effort.
• Creative and Innovative Thinking: Ability to experiment with new ideas, methodologies, and procedures.
• Teamwork: Ability to interact effectively with other technicians, employees, and vendors.
• Attention to Detail: Ability to diligently attend to details and pursue quality in accomplishing tasks.

Responsibilities

• Select, dress, set up, and use grinding wheels for surface grinding, and form grinding. Hand grind, polish and finish die components. (30%)
• Perform die maintenance such as cleaning, inspection, sharpening, and preventive maintenance. Die repair, reconstruction and restoration of damaged dies as needed. (30%)
• Machines parts by using lathe, mill, drill press, and other typical shop equipment. (20%)
• Confirm assembly by verifying dimensions, clearances, and alignment of parts and components with micrometers, thickness gauges, gauge blocks, and dial indicators. Confirm performance of die at the press, check clearances, inspect operation, make adjustments, and compare finished product to specifications. (20%)

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Self-Management

Creative Thinking

Attention to Detail

Education

AA degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Simpson Strong-Tie Company Inc. in McKinney, TX is seeking a Tool & Die Maker to support manufacturing by constructing and machining dies, repairing and building dies and prototypes, and operating tool room equipment to finish precision details used to repair and maintain dies.

You will troubleshoot die issues at the press, confirm assembly by checking dimensions with micrometers and gauges, and perform maintenance tasks.