Tool & Die Maker - 2nd Shift - $33.10 per hour

Midway Products Group, INC; North Vernon, Indiana, Jeffersonville (IN, PA, IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Tool and Die Maker to join their team. This role involves building, repairing, and troubleshooting tools and dies while supporting press room operations. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or equivalent, along with extensive experience in tool/die making. The position offers the chance to work in a dynamic environment where attention to detail and effective communication are key. If you're motivated by quality results and enjoy problem-solving, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; apprenticeship preferred.
• 8 years of experience in a tool/die shop is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Build and repair tools and dies from prints and sketches.
• Support press room operations and troubleshoot dies as needed.
• Collect and analyze data to improve part processing.

Skills

Tool and Die Making

Troubleshooting

Data Analysis

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certified 4-Year Apprenticeship

Job description

2nd Shift Opportunity

Under the supervision of the Tool Room Area Manager, the candidate is responsible for building, repairing, and troubleshooting tools and dies, supporting the press room during die sets, and collecting and analyzing data to improve part processing and quality.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Build tools and dies from part prints, sketches, reference parts, or instructions.
2. Operate tool room machinery safely during the build process.
3. Perform repairs on progressive dies, manually operated dies, and troubleshoot dies on the bench, making corrections as needed.
4. Work from T.C.O. program reports and last piece references to make necessary corrections for quality parts.
5. Support die try-out and make ready for production after die steel or tool installations.
6. Support press room operations by servicing die sets, troubleshooting dies, making corrections when possible with die in the press, and using SPC data to determine dimensional integrity for die adjustments and documentation.
7. Interface with internal and external customers, participate in problem-solving teams, and handle customer and supplier concerns.
8. Support MOS and safety programs, and maintain good housekeeping standards.
9. Perform other essential functions as assigned.

JOB QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Training and experience: Preferably a high school diploma or equivalent, completion of a certified 4-year apprenticeship in die making and/or tool die making, or eight years of consecutive work experience in a tool/die shop building tools and dies. Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Qualifications

Behaviors: Detail-oriented — capable of executing tasks with all necessary details to ensure quality results.

Motivations: Flexibility — motivated to perform well when given the ability to set your own schedule and goals. Goal completion — driven by completing tasks successfully.

Education: High School / GED (preferred)

Experience: 4-8 years of apprenticeship or work experience in Tool & Die (preferred)

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