Tool & Die Apprentice: Hands-On Machining & Tooling

DAIKIN COMFORT TECHNOLOGIES MFG INC; Waller (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

DAIKIN COMFORT TECHNOLOGIES MFG INC is seeking an entry-level Tool & Die Maker Apprentice to train in maintaining all tooling in the plant. The role supports technicians and works under direct supervision of the Lead and Supervisor.

Responsibilities include building jigs, reading prints, setting up mills and lathes, and ensuring tooling quality with precision gauges. Strong math, print-reading, and safe work habits are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Previous trade school/mechanical training preferred.
• Basic knowledge of machine shop practices.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to read and use calibrated tape measures, micrometers, and dial calipers to identify standard and metric units based on ticket requirements.
• Good hand-eye coordination and dexterity; ability to manipulate tools with both hands and stand for long hours.
• Good with math, reading and interpret blueprints, using calipers, and good with computers.
• Ability to perform basic troubleshooting of machine and tooling problems.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Must be able to work well with other members of the department.
• Ability to apply good judgment, strong work ethics, and integrity on the job.

Responsibilities

• Maintain tooling to ensure quality production parts.
• Build Jigs & Fixtures.
• Read and interpret prints and process instructions.
• Troubleshoot tooling problems at the press.
• Perform routine service of tooling and preparation of blocks and tooling blanks.
• Read prints and job orders to determine dimensions and machine setup.
• Set up and operate Mills, Lathes, and surface grinders to machine components to precise specifications.
• Verify conformance of finished work pieces to specifications using precision measuring devices such as micrometers, calipers, gauges, comparators, etc.
• Perform short production runs to prove new or repaired tooling.
• Document and update die history and other work records.
• Implement Engineering Changes on existing tooling.
• Sharpening all tooling and maintaining proper punch entry and pass line heights.
• Establish timing of stations on all progressive tooling, maintain all forming stations in tooling.
• Build miscellaneous jigs, fixtures, clamps, and molds to achieve greatest operational efficiency for meeting high quality and production standards.
• Follow all safety guidelines/procedures.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area.
• Perform additional projects/duties to support ongoing business needs.

Skills

Basic knowledge of machine shop

Verbal and written communication

Read and use calipers/micrometers

Blueprint reading and interpretation

Mathematics skills

Troubleshooting tooling problems

Maintenance of safe/work area

Teamwork/ collaboration

Judgment and integrity on the job

Education

High school diploma or GED

Trade school/mechanical training preferred

Tools

Dial calipers

Micrometers

Tape measures

Job description

DAIKIN COMFORT TECHNOLOGIES MFG INC is seeking an entry-level Tool & Die Maker Apprentice to train in maintaining all tooling in the plant. The role supports technicians and works under direct supervision of the Lead and Supervisor.

Responsibilities include building jigs, reading prints, setting up mills and lathes, and ensuring tooling quality with precision gauges. Strong math, print-reading, and safe work habits are essential.