Tool and Die Intern

MW Components, Inc.; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

MW Industries, Inc. in Baltimore is seeking a Tool and Die Maker Trainee who will work to precise tolerances to build stamping and forming dies used in the manufacture of Springs and Bellevilles.

You will study blueprints, fit and assemble parts, inspect dies, and operate conventional machine tools to shape parts to prescribed dimensions. The role requires ability to read CAD drawings, work to close tolerances, lift up to 50 lbs., and demonstrate mechanical aptitude; prior training in a

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret CAD drawings.
• Ability to work to close tolerances.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Study blueprints, sketches, models, or specifications to plan sequences of operations for fabricating tools, dies, or assemblies.
• Fit and assemble parts to make various dies and tools, using machine tools and hand tools.
• Inspect finished dies for contour conformity and defects.
• Set up and operate conventional machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, and grinders to cut, bore, grind, or otherwise shape parts to prescribed dimensions and finishes.
• Set up and operate drill presses to drill and tap holes in parts for assembly.
• Smooth and polish flat and contoured surfaces of parts or tools, using scrapers, abrasive stones, files, emery cloths, or grinders.
• Verify dimensions, alignments, and clearances of finished parts for conformance to specifications, using measuring instruments such as calipers, gauge blocks, micrometers, and dial indicators.
• Must be mechanically inclined.

Skills

CAD drawings

Close tolerances

Lifting 50 lbs

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High School Diploma

Technical High School training

Job description

Job Summary:

The Tool and Die Maker Trainee will work to precise tolerances to build stamping and forming dies used in the manufacture of Springs and Bellevilles.

Essential Job Functions:

• Study blueprints, sketches, models, or specifications to plan sequences of operations for fabricating tools, dies, or assemblies.
• Fit and assemble parts to make various dies and tools, using machine tools and hand tools.
• Inspect finished dies for contour conformity and defects.
• Set up and operate conventional machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, and grinders to cut, bore, grind, or otherwise shape parts to prescribed dimensions and finishes. (Some experience required)
• Set up and operate drill presses to drill and tap holes in parts for assembly.
• Smooth and polish flat and contoured surfaces of parts or tools, using scrapers, abrasive stones, files, emery cloths, or grinders.
• Verify dimensions, alignments, and clearances of finished parts for conformance to specifications, using measuring instruments such as calipers, gauge blocks, micrometers, and dial indicators.
• Must be mechanically inclined.

Reporting To:

Engineering Manager

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to read and interpret CAD drawings
• Ability to work to close tolerances
• Ability to lift-up to 50 lbs.
• Mathematically proficient

Education and Experience:

• 1-2 years of relevant work experience in a Technical High School.
• High School Diploma

Benefits:

• None – Part Time

Salary:

• $15.00/Hour

EEOC STATEMENT:

MW Industries, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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