Tool & Die Maker

Southern States, LLC; Hampton (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Tool & Die Maker to join their dynamic team. This role involves analyzing specifications, setting up and operating both manual and CNC machine tools, and ensuring the fabrication of high-quality metalworking dies and tools. The ideal candidate will possess strong mathematical skills and a two-year machinist certificate, along with hands-on experience in the field. With a commitment to innovation and teamwork, this company offers competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment that values continuous improvement and professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive wages & shift differential

Weekly paycheck

10 Paid Holidays & Birthday Holiday

Paid vacation

Steel toe shoes reimbursements up to $135

Medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Company paid life insurance

Employee Referral Program (up to $1,500 earned per referral)

401K retirement account

Qualifications

• Ability to perform mathematical conversions and measurements.
• Experience with CNC machine tools and metal fabrication.

Responsibilities

• Analyze specifications and visualize products for fabrication.
• Set up and operate manual and CNC machine tools.
• Verify dimensions and alignments of machined parts.

Skills

CNC Programming

Blueprint Reading

Mathematical Skills

Machine Operation

Metalworking

Education

Two-year machine tool/machinist certificate

Three to four years of related Tool & Die experience

Job description

Job Type: Full-time

Shift:1st Shift (7AM-3:30PM)

Pay: $26.12

Position Summary

The Southern States LLC Tool & Die Maker analyzes specifications, lay out metal stock, sets up and operates manual and CNC 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.

Our Values:

• Equality.We treat each other with fairness, respect, andprofessionalism.
• Innovation.We seek out new opportunities, innovate and experiment with new ideas.
• Teamwork.We work as a team, collaborating with and supporting each other for the good of Southern States.
• Continuous Improvement. We will be open to learning and change to be more effective.
• Have Fun.We will be profitable, grow the company, and have fun.

What we can do for you:

• Competitive wages & shift differential
• Weekly paycheck
• 10 Paid Holidays & Birthday Holiday
• Paid vacation
• Steel toe shoes reimbursements up to $135
• Medical insurance -
• Dental and vision insurance
• Company paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Employee Referral Program (up to $1,500 earned per referral)
• 401K retirement account

How You Will Add Value:

1. Studies specifications such as blueprints, sketches, models, or descriptions, and visualizes product to determine materials required and machines to be used to fabricate parts.
2. Computes dimensions, plans layout, and determines assembly method and sequence of operations.
3. Measures, marks, and scribes metal stock for machining.
4. Sets up and operates manual and CNC machine tools such as lathes, milling machine, shaper, and
grinder, to machine parts, and verifies conformance of machined parts to specifications.
5. Knowledge of CNC G-Code programming language and ability to write and edit basic CNC
programs via machine controller and/or offline CAD/CAM software.
6. Lifts machined parts manually or with hoist and positions and secures parts on surface plate or
worktable using devices such as vises, V-blocks, fixtures and angle plates.
7. Smoothsflat and contoured surfaces and power grinders, and fits and assembles parts together
and into assemblies and mechanisms.
8. Verifies dimensions, alignments, and clearances.
9. Heat treats tools or parts.
10. Connects lines and hoses to install pneumatic and hydraulic components.
11. Examines new or previously used dies, tools, and jigs and fixtures, and recommends design
modifications regarding construction and function of part.
12. Develops specifications from general descriptions for specialty tools and draws or sketches design of product.

Education and/or Experience:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Two-year machine tool / machinist certificate from college or technical school and three to four years of related Tool & Die experience; or six to seven years of related Tool & Die experience.
• Mathematical Skills: Ability to convert decimal and fractional dimensions. Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide whole numbers, fractions and decimals. Ability to use mathematical and geometric devices, such as, calculators, protractors, scales, measuring tapes, etc.

****Mandatory WorkKeys Ready***

• WorkKeys ACT Score (Applied Math – 4, Graphic Literacy – 4, Workplace Observation – 2).

Southern States LLC is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are a drug free, EEO employer committed to a diverse workforce. We will consider all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, national origin, sex age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity, family responsibilities, disability, education, political affiliation, or veteran status.