Precision Tool & Die Machinist

Silgan Dispensing; Grandview (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Silgan Dispensing seeks a skilled machinist to analyze specifications, lay out metal stock, and operate machine tools to fabricate dies, tools, and fixtures. You will inspect parts and ensure tight tolerances during assembly and finishing processes.

Ideal candidates have formal apprenticeship or extensive toolmaking experience, with proficiency in lathes, milling, EDM, and precision grinding. Safety and quality are emphasized in this role.

Qualifications

• Experience reading blueprints and models to plan material needs.
• Ability to interpret safety rules and maintenance instructions.
• Capable of working with precision tools and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Study specifications and determine materials and machines.
• Measure and mark metal stock for machining.
• Set up and operate lathes, milling machines, and grinders.
• Verify machined parts against specifications and tolerances.
• Heat-treat tools or parts and verify outcomes.
• Fit and assemble parts with high precision.

Skills

Blueprints reading

Machining operations

Close tolerances

Tools setup

Education

Four-year apprenticeship or equivalent

4+ years experience in dies/molds gauges

Tools

Lathe

Milling machine

EDM

Grinder

Job description

Silgan Dispensing seeks a skilled machinist to analyze specifications, lay out metal stock, and operate machine tools to fabricate dies, tools, and fixtures. You will inspect parts and ensure tight tolerances during assembly and finishing processes.

Ideal candidates have formal apprenticeship or extensive toolmaking experience, with proficiency in lathes, milling, EDM, and precision grinding. Safety and quality are emphasized in this role.