Tool & Die Builder

Bass Pro Shops; Lebanon (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k Retirement Savings

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Paid sick time

HSA/FSA

Job summary

Bass Pro Shops is seeking a Tool and Die Builder to analyze specifications, layout metal stock, and operate machine tools to fabricate and repair dies, tools, jigs, and fixtures. The role requires interpreting drawings, laying out parts, and ensuring tolerances are met.

Strong shop floor skills with various machines are essential. Responsibilities include setting up equipment, measuring parts, and ensuring conformance to specifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent.
• 5 years' preferred experience in machine shop or tool & die environment.
• Trade/tech/vocational education in machine shop preferred if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Study specifications to determine materials and machines.
• Compute dimensions and layout plans.
• Machine parts and verify conformance to specifications.
• Set up and operate machine tools to machine parts.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Drawing/sketches creation

Machining layout

Machine tool operation

Quality verification

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Trade/Tech/Vocational in Machine Shop (preferred)

5 years experience in tooling/manufacturing (preferred)

Tools

Lathe

Knee Mill

Drill Press

Band Saw

Press

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Tool and Die Builder analyzes specifications, lays out metal stock, sets up and operates machine tools, and fits and assembles parts to fabricate and repair metalworking dies, cutting tools, jigs and fixtures, gauges, and machinists' hand tools by performing the following duties.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Studies specifications such as blueprints, sketches, models, or descriptions, and visualizes product to determine materials required and machines to be used to fabricate parts.
• Computes dimensions plans layout and determines assembly method and sequence of operations.
• Measures, marks, and scribes metal stock for machining.
• Sets up and operates machine tools such as lathes, milling machine, shaper, and grinder, to machine parts, and verifies conformance of machined parts to specifications.
• Verifies dimensions, alignments, and clearances.
• Examines standard or previously used dies, tools, and jigs and fixtures, and recommends design modifications regarding construction and function of part.
• Develops specifications from general descriptions for specialty tools and draws or sketches design of product.
• ALL OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED

EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum Degree Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Preferred Degree: Trade, Tech or Vocational Education in Machine Shop (if applicable)
• Years of experience: 5 years preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY:

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Read, Translate, and Create drawings, blueprints, and sketches.
• Ability to Layout parts for machining.
• Extensive use of but not limited to Lathe, Knee Mill, Drill Press, Band Saw, Press, and a multitude of hand tools.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

• N/A

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Light lifting, under 20 lbs.
• Light carrying, under 20 lbs.
• Moderate lifting, 21-59 lbs.
• Moderate carrying, 21 – 59 lbs.
• Straight pulling
• Pushing
• Repeated bending
• Reaching over shoulders
• Use of fingers
• Walking
• Standing
• Kneeling
• Repeated stretching
• Specific visual requirements
• Ability to distinguish basic colors
• Ability to distinguish shades of color
• Hearing (aid permitted)

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Outside and inside
• Extreme heat
• Extreme humidity
• Extreme noise, intermittent
• Dust
• Fumes, smoke, or gasses
• Solvents (degreasing agents)
• Slippery or uneven walking surfaces

INDEPENDENT JUDGEMENT:

• Performs tasks and duties under general supervision, using established procedures and innovation. Chooses from limited alternatives to resolve problems. Occasional independent judgment is required to complete work assignments. Often makes recommendations to work procedures, policies, and practices.

Full Time Benefits Summary:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Voluntary benefits
• 401k Retirement Savings
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick time
• Bass Pro Cares Fund
• And more!

Bass Pro Shops is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Qualified individuals with known disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please visit your nearest location or contact us at [e-mail].

White River Marine Group