Senior Tool & Die Maker

Southern States LLC; Hampton (GA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Southern States LLC is seeking a Senior Tool & Die Maker to analyze specifications and operate manual and CNC machines. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in tool and die making, with a focus on safety and teamwork. Competitive wages and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive wages & shift differential

Weekly paycheck

10 Paid Holidays & Birthday Holiday

Paid vacation

Steel toe shoes reimbursements up to $135

Medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Company paid life insurance

401K retirement account

Employee Referral Program

Qualifications

• Analyzes specifications and lays out metal stock.
• Sets up and operates manual and CNC machine tools.
• Fabrics and repairs metalworking dies and tools.

Responsibilities

• Studies blueprints and sketches to determine materials and machines needed.
• Computes dimensions and plans layout for assembly.
• Operates multiple manual and CNC machine tools.

Skills

Positive Attitude

Willingness to learn

Ability to comprehend and follow instructions

Ability to work well with diverse groups

Education

Two-year machine tool / machinist certificate

Over five years of related Tool & Die experience

Job description

Job Type: Full-time
Shift:1^st Shift (7:00AM-3:30PM)
Pay: $29.92 per hour

OUR VALUES:

• Equality.We treat each other with fairness, respect, andprofessionalism.
• Innovation.We seek out new opportunities, innovate and experiment with new ideas.
• Teamwork.We work as a team, collaborating with and supporting each other for the good of Southern States.
• Continuous Improvement. We will be open to learning and change to be more effective.
• Have Fun.We will be profitable, grow the company, and have fun.

WHAT WE CAN DO FOR YOU:

• Competitive wages & shift differential
• Weekly paycheck
• 10 Paid Holidays & Birthday Holiday
• Paid vacation
• Steel toe shoes reimbursements up to $135
• Medical insurance
• Dental and vision insurance
• Company paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Employee Referral Program (up to $1,500 earned per referral)
• 401K retirement account
• Discount program with Verizon Wireless

POSITION SUMMARY
The Southern States LLC Senior Tool & Die Maker Analyzes specifications, lay out metal stock, sets up and operates manual and CNC machine tools, and fits and assembles parts to fabricate and repair metalworking dies, cutting tools, jigs and fixtures, gauges, and machinists' hand tools.

YOU’LL SUCEED WITH:

• Positive Attitude.
• Regular and Consistent Attendance.
• Willingness to learn.
• Ability to comprehend and follow instructions communicated in written, oral and diagram form.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly condition work area.
• Ability to work well with diverse groups or individuals.

HOW YOU WILL ADD VALUE:

• Studies specifications such as blueprints, sketches, models, or descriptions, and visualizes product to determine materials required and machines to be used to fabricate parts.
• Computes dimensions, plans layout, and determines assembly method and sequence of operations.
• Measures, marks, and scribes metal stock for machining.
• Sets up and operates multiple manual and CNC machine tools such as lathes, milling machine, shaper, and grinder, to machine parts, and verifies conformance of machined parts to specifications.
• Knowledge of CNC G-Code programming language and ability to write and edit advanced CNC programs for multiple machines via machine controllers and/or offline CAD/CAM software.
• Lifts machined parts manually or with hoist and positions and secures parts on surface plate or worktable using devices such as vises, V-blocks, fixtures and angle plates.
• Smooths flat and contoured surfaces and power grinders, and fits and assembles parts together and into assemblies and mechanisms.
• Verifies dimensions, alignments, and clearances.
• Heat treats tools or parts.
• Examines new or previously used dies, tools, and jigs and fixtures, and recommends design modifications regarding construction and function of part.
• Develops specifications from general descriptions for specialty tools and draws or sketches design of product.
• Assists in leading, scheduling, and delegating tool or prototype jobs within the Tool Room.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Two-year machine tool / machinist certificate from college or technical school and over five years of related Tool & Die experience; or six to eight years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to convert decimal and fractional dimensions. Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide whole numbers, fractions, and decimals. Ability to use advanced machinist handbook formulas. Ability to use a wide array of mathematical and geometric devices, such as, calculators, protractors, scales, calipers, micrometers, etc.

****Mandatory WorkKeys Ready***

• WorkKeys ACT Score (Applied Math – 4, Graphic Literacy – 4, Workplace Observation – 2).

Southern States LLC is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are a drug free, EEO employer committed to a diverse workforce. We will consider all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, national origin, sex age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity, family responsibilities, disability, education, political affiliation, or veteran status.