Precision Tooling Technician: Die & Mold Specialist

SSW Advanced Technologies; Henderson (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

SSW Advanced Technologies seeks a Tool & Die Technician to design, fabricate, and maintain precision tooling, dies, jigs, and fixtures per engineering specs. You will perform grinding, milling, and drilling to build tooling components and conduct regular inspections for optimal performance.

You will collaborate with engineering and production teams to promptly resolve tooling issues, document specifications, and apply measuring instruments to verify tolerances. Strong GD&T knowledge is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of an accredited tool and die maker apprenticeship or equivalent technical training.
• Proven experience in tool and die making or precision machining within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of blueprint reading, GD&T, and precision measurement tools.
• Ability to operate machine tools such as grinders, mills, lathes, and drill presses safely and effectively.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and repair tools, dies, jigs, and fixtures according to engineering specifications.
• Perform precision machining operations such as grinding, milling, and drilling to fabricate tooling components.
• Conduct regular inspections and maintenance of tools and dies to ensure optimal performance and longevity.
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to identify and resolve tooling-related issues promptly.
• Maintain accurate documentation of tooling specifications, maintenance records, and modifications.
• Utilize measuring instruments to verify dimensions and tolerances of tools and finished parts.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance tooling efficiency and reduce manufacturing defects.

Skills

Blueprint reading

GD&T

Precision measurement

Troubleshooting tooling issues

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or technical certification in tool and die technology

Tools

CNC programming

CAD/CAM software

Measuring instruments

Grinders, mills, lathes, drill presses

Job description

SSW Advanced Technologies seeks a Tool & Die Technician to design, fabricate, and maintain precision tooling, dies, jigs, and fixtures per engineering specs. You will perform grinding, milling, and drilling to build tooling components and conduct regular inspections for optimal performance.

You will collaborate with engineering and production teams to promptly resolve tooling issues, document specifications, and apply measuring instruments to verify tolerances. Strong GD&T knowledge is essential.