Senior Tool & Die Lead — CAD, EDM & Mfg Excellence

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

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.