Tool and Die Maker

SDM Composites; Compton (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SDM Composites in Compton, CA is seeking a tool and die maker under supervision to perform own set-ups and machine/grind components for manufacturing lines.

Candidates read blueprints, use micrometers and calipers, and have 3–5 years of experience in tooling. The role emphasizes precision with carbide dies, tolerances, and maintaining a clean work area.

Qualifications

• Good machining skills.
• Shop math.
• Must be able to read blueprints.
• Use measuring instruments (micrometers, calipers, comparators).
• Minimum of 3-5 years experience as a tool maker for a manufacturing facility.

Responsibilities

• Set-ups and machine/grind all necessary components required to complete assignments given to support all manufacturing product lines.
• Repair Header tools and make complete header tool components.
• Work with carbide, hardened tool steels, dies and cutting tools to close tolerance.
• Work with mills, lathes, surface grinders, hones and fixtures.
• Use shop math as required.
• Clean and maintain the work area.

Skills

Machining skills

Shop math

Blueprint reading

Measuring instruments

Job description

Basic Purpose and Objective

Under general supervision and according to established policy and procedures the tool and die maker is responsible for performing his/her own set-ups and machine/grind all necessary components required to complete assignments given to support all manufacturing product lines.

Specific Duties And Responsibilities

• Strong understanding of slip and press fit relationships.
• Repair Header tools and make complete header tool components.
• Work with carbide, hardened tool steels, dies and cutting tools to close tolerance.
• Work with mills, lathes, surface grinders, hones and fixtures.
• Use shop math as required.
• Clean and maintain the work area.

Skills And Formal Training Requirements/Experience

• Good machining skills.
• Shop math
• Must be able to read blueprints.
• Use measuring instruments (i.e., micrometers, calipers, comparators).
• Minimum of 3-5 years experience as a tool maker for a manufacturing facility.