Tool and Die Maker

Avantus Aerospace USA; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Avantus Aerospace USA in Los Angeles seeks a Tool and Die Maker to perform set-ups and machine/grind components for all manufacturing lines. You will ensure precision and quality in every part. Work with carbide and hardened tool steels, read blueprints, and use micrometers, calipers, and comparators to verify tolerances.

A strong commitment to clean, safe work areas is essential. Minimum 3–5 years of experience in tool making within a manufacturing facility is required, with a focus on slip and

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years' experience as a tool maker for a manufacturing facility.
• Must be able to read blueprints.
• Proficient in using measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, and comparators.
• Understanding of slip and press fit relationships.

Responsibilities

• Perform own set-ups and machine/grind all necessary components 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.

Skills

Good machining skills

Shop math

Blueprint reading

Measuring instruments

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Comparators

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.