Tool & Die Maker (1st & 2nd Shift)

The Manufacturers' Association; Springettsbury Township (York County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401K Plan with Employer Match

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Job summary

The Manufacturers' Association in York, PA is seeking a highly skilled Toolmaker to design, fabricate, and maintain precision tools, dies, jigs, and fixtures for automotive, medical, and electrical connector applications. You will analyze technical specifications, set up machinery, and perform precision repairs to ensure high production quality.

Key duties include creating tooling to First Article standards, verifying tolerances, and collaborating with engineering and production teams to improve

Qualifications

• Ability to read blueprints and tolerances.
• Strong GD&T knowledge and measurement instrumentation.
• Understanding of tool and die processes and machine shop practices.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and assemble precision tools and dies from blueprints or CAD drawings.
• Set up and operate stamping presses, lathes, mills, grinders.
• Diagnose die issues and perform repairs to minimize downtime.
• Inspect finished parts using micrometers, calipers and gauges to verify tolerances.

Skills

Blueprint Reading

GD&T

Precision Measuring

Machine Shop Practices

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Vocational tool and die certificate

Job description

Our Client in York, Pennsylvania, is a leading provider of precision metal stampings for the automotive, medical, and electrical connector industries. Their products support a wide range of advanced applications, including EpiPens, blood collection devices, hybrid vehicles, and surgical instruments. They are committed to delivering innovative, high-precision manufacturing solutions and continuously seek skilled, motivated individuals to join our team. Seeking candidates for 1st and 2nd shift.

Position Summary: Toolmaker

Looking for a highly skilled Toolmaker to design, fabricate, and maintain precision tools, dies, jigs, and fixtures. In this role, you will analyze technical specifications, operate various machine tools, and perform critical repairs to ensure high-quality production standards and minimal downtime.

Job Description

Develop tooling to First Article standards while maintaining required tolerances to ensure proper qualification of stamped products. Meet all quality, efficiency, and production expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Fabricate & Assemble: Read and interpret blueprints or CAD drawings to build precision tools and complex progressive dies.
• Machine Operation: Set up and operate stamping presses and other related machinery, including lathes, mills, and grinders.
• Troubleshoot & Repair: Diagnose die issues during production and perform necessary repairs or maintenance.
• Quality Inspection: Use micrometers, calipers, and gauges to verify that finished parts meet tolerances as tight as .0001”.
• Collaboration: Work with engineering and production teams to improve tooling performance and manufacturing efficiency.

Required Qualifications

• Experience: 5-10+ years of experience in tool and die making or a completed state approved apprenticeship.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in blueprint reading, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), and precision measuring instruments
• Knowledge Base: Thorough understanding of machine shop practices, mechanical principles, machining operations, and material characteristics.

Education

High School Diploma or GED; vocational certificate in tool and die making preferred

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand for long periods and lift heavy materials (up to 50 lbs.)

Schedule(s)

1st Shift: Monday - Friday, 6:00 am - 2:30 pm
2nd Shift*: Monday - Thursday, 3:00 pm - 1:30 am
*Off-shift employees are eligible for a 10% shift differential on top of base wage

Wage and Benefits

Company offers competitive compensation and excellent company benefits. Starting wages are based on skills and experience.

Benefit package includes, but is not limited to:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401(K) Plan with Employer Match
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Life insurance and Sort-Term Disability package