Tool and Die Maker

American Axle & Mfg., Inc.; Town of Germantown (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

American Axle & Mfg., Inc. is seeking a Tool and Die Maker to plan, lay out, and perform bench and machine operations to construct, repair, and assemble tooling, dies, fixtures, gauges, and attachments.

The role requires reading drawings, selecting appropriate tooling, and producing precise components with a commitment to quality. You will work with CNC and manual equipment, establishing inspection methods, and maintaining dimensional accuracy per established procedures.

Qualifications

• Previous tool & die experience.
• Experience using precision measuring instruments and test equipment.
• Ability to read drawings and prints.
• Strong computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Layout work and plan machining and bench procedures.
• Perform CNC and manual machining operations.
• Read process sheets and part drawings; inspect parts.
• Set up and operate machine shop equipment.
• Ensure quality workmanship and dimensional accuracy.

Skills

Tool & die experience

Precision measuring

Reading drawings

Quality workmanship

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Job Posting Title

Tool and Die Maker

Job Description Summary

Plan, layout and perform all bench and machine operations to construct. Alter and repair intricately designed and constructed tools, dies, fixtures, gauges, machine attachments and mechanisms.

Job Description

• Layout work and plan machining and bench procedures.
• Perform machining operations requiring setups of tooling and machines to accurately perform various machining operations.
• Perform bench and assembly operations to fit, align, adjust, assemble and finish work.
• Create standard work process/procedure
• Establish inspection methods to ensure process conformance
• Perform precision machining using CNC and manual equipment.
• Produce quality product by reading process sheets, routings and part drawings, inspecting work using designated inspection equipment, performing mathematical calculations.
• Perform material handling duties required to load/unload jobs in machine tool.
• Consistently demonstrate a high degree of skill and extensive knowledge of tooling practices and applications; set up, adjust, and operate machine shop equipment
• Ability to perform difficult/technical calculations with decimals and fractions, use and interpret a wide variety of precision measuring instruments and exacting measurements, work from complicated drawings and specifications
• Accountable for quality workmanship and dimensional accuracy of assigned work in accordance with established procedures and standards; properly trained and informed personnel.
• Strong inter-personal skills needed to effectively support others in performing their duties and responsibilities.
• Ability to organize workflow and set priorities in accordance with established procedures and daily instructions

Required Skills and Education

• Previous tool & die experience.
• Demonstrated experience making visual, dimensional, electrical, or mechanical tests of materials, processes, assemblies, or sub-assemblies.
• Demonstrated experience using a variety of precision measuring instruments and test equipment.
• Strong computer skills.
• Knowledge of tool manufacturing processes, tool setting processes and ability to use and a variety of technical instruments and devices.
• Ability to read drawings and prints

Dauch will not discriminate against any Associate or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. Dauch will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that Associates are treated equally during employment, without regard to their age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. For the Disabled Job Seeker: We offer reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled individuals who are applicants for employment. To request assistance or accommodations, please e-mail [e-mail]. Dauch is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.