Tool and Die Maker - 3rd Shift

Dienamic Tooling Systems; Lenoir City (TN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Health insurance

401(k) plan with match

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Job summary

Dienamic Tooling Systems is seeking a Tool and Die Maker for the 3rd shift in Lenoir City, TN. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of relevant experience and will be responsible for coordinating the production of dies and ensuring they meet specifications. The position involves machine operation, blueprint reading, and adhering to safety standards. DTS offers competitive pay, health insurance, and other benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Tool and Die Maker.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate departments to produce dies to specifications.
• Conduct test runs with completed tools to ensure specifications are met.
• Fit and assemble parts to modify tools and dies.

Skills

Tool and Die Making

Machine Operation

Blueprint Reading

Safety Compliance

Education

High School Graduate or Equivalent

Diemaker Journeyman Status or Equivalent

Job description

Job title: Tool and Die Maker

Reports to: Foreman

Supervisory responsibilities: Apprentices

Job Summary

Dienamic Tooling Systems (DTS) is looking to add a 3rd shift Tool and Die Maker to their team! The Tool and Die Maker is responsible for coordinating all departments required to produce a die to the specifications/designs provided in a manner consistent with their training - this includes tasks such as: analyzing specifications, laying out metal stock, setting up and operating machine tools, and fitting and assembling parts to fabricate and repair metalworking dies, cutting tools, jigs and fixtures, gauges, and machinists' hand tools by performing the following Essential Functions.

Essential Functions

• Follow the die from cradle to customer. Die maker is responsible for every aspect of the tool.
• Conduct test runs with completed tools or dies to ensure that parts meet specifications; make adjustments as necessary.
• File, grind, shim, and adjust different parts to properly fit them together.
• Fit and assemble parts to make, repair, or modify dies, jigs, gauges, and tools, using machine tools and hand tools.
• Lift, position, and secure machined parts on surface plates or worktables, using hoists, vises, v-blocks, or angle plates.
• Set up and operate conventional or computer numerically controlled machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, and grinders to cut, bore, grind, or otherwise shape parts to prescribed dimensions and finishes.
• Study blueprints, sketches, models, or specifications to plan sequences of operations for fabricating tools, dies, or assemblies.
• Verify dimensions, alignments, and clearances of finished parts for conformance to specifications, using measuring instruments such as calipers, gauge blocks, micrometers, and dial indicators.
• Lead die construction and try out.
• Follow all safety rules and report unsafe work conditions to management.
• Keep work area clean.
• Maintain appropriate tools and keep current on tool calibration.

Required Competency, Education, and Experience

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Tool and Die Maker.
• High School Graduate or Equivalent.
• Diemaker Journeyman Status or Equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license.

Work Environment

Manufacturing environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Physical Demands

• The employee is regularly required to stand.
• The employee is frequently required to walk; use hands grip or handle; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and ability to adjust focus.

Position Type & Hours

Full time, third shift. Monday through Friday, 11 pm to 7 am.

Travel

None.

Compensation & Benefits

DTS offers a competitive compensation and benefits package which includes competitive pay, dental insurance, vision insurance, health insurance, short term disability, long term disability, company paid life insurance, voluntary life insurance, 401(k) plan with match, education reimbursement, paid vacation and holidays, and flex spending.

Other Duties

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Equal Opportunity Employer

DTS s an Equal Opportunity Employer. DTS does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.