Tool and Die Maker

Mestek, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

RadNet, Inc. is seeking a Tool and Die Maker to operate and maintain metalworking equipment in a production setting. You will read prints and specifications, select and sharpen tools, and set up drills, lathes, and milling machines to exact tolerances.

You will measure with micrometers and calipers, adjust speeds and feeds, and perform tool and die trials. The role requires physical lifts and strict adherence to safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• High School or Trade School graduate; Certification preferred for Tool and Die Maker.
• Ability to read and write; read and follow work orders.
• Ability to read a measuring tape.
• Ability to follow instructions and inspect material.
• Ability to occasionally lift 75–100 pounds; repetitive motion.
• Ability to work safely and adhere to procedures.

Responsibilities

• Works from prints, specifications, charts, and orders.
• Uses precision measuring instruments (micrometers, calipers, depth gauges, etc.).
• Sets up and operates drill presses, grinders, lathes, milling machines.
• Selects and sharpens tools, cutters, holders, and fixtures.
• Adjusts speeds, feeds, and travel; maintains stops and limits.
• Performs tool and die tryouts and repairs dies as needed.
• Maintains inventory of commonly used parts and tools; reports low stock.
• Maintains maintenance records for dies and reviews returned items.
• Ensures compliance with standards, specs, and prints.
• Performs machine maintenance to troubleshoot and repair mechanical issues.
• Observes safety rules and wears PPE; keeps work area neat.
• Performs other duties as required; regular attendance essential.

Skills

Reading & writing

Measuring tape reading

Following instructions

Manual dexterity

Safety compliance

Lifting capability

Education

High School or Trade School Graduate

Tools

Micrometers

Vernier calipers

Depth gauges

Gauges & indicators

Rule & square

Surface plate

Hand tools

Drill presses

Grinders

Lathes & milling machines

Job description

Job Description

List what the person must do to perform the job to meet standards.

• Works from prints, specifications, charts, formulae, drawings, sketches, written and verbal orders, instructions, and requests
• Uses precision measuring instruments, including but not limited to, micrometers, vernier calipers, depth and various other gauges, indicators, rule, square, surface plate, and also a wide variety of hand tools
• Sets up and operates a normal range of machinery and equipment such as but not limited to: single and multi-spindled drill presses, surface and wet grinders, saw, lathes, milling machines and other similar type machines
• Selects, adjusts, changes, replaces and sharpens tools, cutters, holders, jigs, fixtures, etc
• Adjusts speeds, feeds, travel of parts; set and adjust stops, limits, guides, etc
• Makes necessary tool and die tryouts
• Disassembles as required, grind using special fixtures and holding devices, reassemble; replaces punches, stripper springs, stops, inserts, etc
• Maintains inventory of most commonly used parts, tools, materials, and items
• Informs supervisor of low inventories. Maintain all maintenance records for dies
• Reviews returned dies and items leaving tool room
• Compares to prints, specifications, and work requests
• Assures compliance to work standards, specifications, and prints
• Performs machine maintenance to troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair various mechanical problems
• Detects and reports defective and unsafe equipment and material as well as unusual situations to supervisor
• Observes and obeys all safety rules, practices, and procedures. Wear and employ personal protective equipment as required
• Maintains work area in a neat and orderly manner
• Performs other similar or related duties as required or requested
• Regular attendance is always an essential function

Location(s)

Requirements

The Tool and Die Maker must possess the minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below:

• High School or Trade School Graduate; Prefer Tool and Die Maker experience with Certification
• Ability to read and write
• Read and follow work orders
• Ability to read a measuring tape
• Ability to follow instructions
• Ability to inspect material
• Ability to occasionally lift 75 to 100 pounds
• Ability to do repetitive bending, reaching, stretching, lifting and twisting