Senior Tool & Die Maker – Lead Projects & Training

Worthington Steel; Valley City (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Worthington Steel in Valley City, OH is seeking an experienced Tool and Die Maker to build jigs, fixtures and dies, and oversee machining through the process up to assembly and tool try-out.

This lead role guides entry and intermediate Tool and Die Makers, participates in continuous improvement teams, and collaborates with engineers and operations to keep daily operations safe and efficient.

Qualifications

• 5+ years tool and die experience
• Ability to read advanced assembly drawings
• Understand heat treat impact on steels
• Basic math and trigonometry skills
• Ability to train and coordinate with all departments
• Safety conscious of self and others

Responsibilities

• Read advanced assembly drawings and determine priorities.
• Receive materials and determine the best process to complete the work.
• Grind parts to specification for fit up.
• Assemble components and align sections for clearances.
• Dowell components in place and try out tool onsite or at user’s facility.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts and train lower level staff.
• Work with Engineers and Operations Manager to determine machining requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Safety awareness

Metallurgy understanding

Problem solving

Team leadership

Education

Machine shop training

Tool & Die making apprenticeship

Tools

Micrometers

Dial indicators

Vernier calipers

Job description

Worthington Steel in Valley City, OH is seeking an experienced Tool and Die Maker to build jigs, fixtures and dies, and oversee machining through the process up to assembly and tool try-out.

This lead role guides entry and intermediate Tool and Die Makers, participates in continuous improvement teams, and collaborates with engineers and operations to keep daily operations safe and efficient.