Precision Tool & Die Maker - Build, Repair & Prototyping

strongtie; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 72,466,000 - 115,991,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonuses

Medical benefits

Employee stock purchase

Retirement plan

Job summary

SIMPSON STRONG-TIE in McKinney, TX is seeking a Tool & Die Maker to support manufacturing by constructing and machining dies, repairing and building dies and prototypes, and troubleshooting die issues at the press.

This full-time, non-exempt role requires attention to detail, strong CAD/CAM skills, and the ability to work with precision instruments; the position pays $25.29–$40.48 per hour and relocation may be considered.

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.
• Perform die maintenance such as cleaning, inspection, sharpening, and preventive maintenance. Die repair, reconstruction and restoration of damaged dies as needed.
• Machines parts by using lathe, mill, drill press, and other typical shop equipment.
• Confirm assembly by verifying dimensions, clearances, and alignment of parts and components with micrometers, thickness gauges, gauge blocks, and dial indicators.

Skills

AutoCAD

Communication

Self-management

Creative thinking

Teamwork

Attention to Detail

Education

Associate's degree (AA) or equivalent

Tools

Grinding machines

Job description

SIMPSON STRONG-TIE in McKinney, TX is seeking a Tool & Die Maker to support manufacturing by constructing and machining dies, repairing and building dies and prototypes, and troubleshooting die issues at the press.

This full-time, non-exempt role requires attention to detail, strong CAD/CAM skills, and the ability to work with precision instruments; the position pays $25.29–$40.48 per hour and relocation may be considered.